at The Korte Company in Collinsville, Illinois, United States
Job Description
The Korte Company is looking for an experienced full time Journeyman Electrician Foreman to effectively lead a crew as well as install, maintain, diagnose, and repair electrical systems. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of five years' electrical journeyman experience.
Are you skilled in commercial electrical work? Do you want to further your career in this essential skilled trade? Would you like to work for a company that cares for its employees? Then look no further!
One of the great benefits of joining our team as a General Contractor, is that inside a company of our size we have steady year-round work to keep you challenged and allow you to grow, while traveling the country! Wages are based off experience/skill. For more information visit us at Korteco.com.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Plan, layout and install electrical wiring, equipment, or fixtures, based on job specifications.
Measure, cut, bend, thread, assemble, and install various types of conduits, cable tray, and other pathways.
Accurately test electrical systems or continuity of electrical circuits, equipment, or fixtures.
Complete 600V and under electrical terminations. Terminate wires to circuit breakers, transformers, devices, controls, and other components in accordance with the schematics, prints, drawings, or instructions.
Familiar with and capable of operating hand and power tools of all types.
Cleans, maintains, and services equipment and tools.
Occasional need to perform additional duties or emergency duties after normal working hours may be required.
Demonstrate a willingness to comprehend and follow instructions.
Work efficiently to ensure assigned tasks meet deadlines.
Record field wiring changes and modifications on blueprints for recording on master circuit diagrams.
Follow and encourage others to follow OSHA, The Korte Company, and site-specific safety procedures.
Operate heavy equipment and machinery in the performance of these essential duties.
Work with and around hazardous materials, as well as at heights and in confined spaces in the performance of these essential duties.
Drive a vehicle to various jobsites.
Maintain valid driver's license and a driving record that meets company policy.
Work in a constant state of alertness.
Regular attendance and punctuality are essential for employee job performance.
Perform other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
The characteristics listed below are representative of those sought to perform this job successfully.
Qualified to take and pass the Master Electrician test in various jurisdictions that may be required.
Ability to work well with and motivate others around them.
Must be able to get onto military facilities.
Ability to work with a team and independently with a positive attitude.
Actively developing an understanding and working knowledge of the NFPA 70 series, State, and local codes.
Ability to understand, interpret and utilize blueprints, wiring diagrams, and schematics.
Locate and diagnoses electrical malfunctions using various test instruments.
Operate a variety of power tools, shop equipment, and electrical testing instruments.
Ability to navigate tablet-based technology.
Ability and willingness to learn and perform duties normally associated with other areas.
Attention to detail.
Ability to communicate clearly with others.
Good organizational and time-management skills.
All employees must provide and maintain the required tool inventory for this position.
Ability and willingness to work overtime and non-standard schedule: nights, weekends, and holidays as/if required.
A current valid driver's license is required.
EDUCATION + EXPERIENCE
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Regular use of hands to finger, handle or feel
Reach with hands and arms
Stand, walk, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl
Talk or hear with others on jobsite and via phone/computer communications
Frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The worksite environment is constantly changing and may include:
Wet and/or humid conditions
Moving mechanical parts
High, precarious places
Risk of electrical shock
Outside weather conditions, such as extreme heat and extreme cold
Moderate to loud noise levels
ABOUT THE KORTE COMPANY
The Korte Company was founded in 1958 on the belief that professionalism, quality and value added services are fundamental to a successful company. More than fifty years later, that philosophy has earned Korte the reputation for delivering high quality, responsive services to our clients nationwide. Korte pursues large construction projects from offices in St. Louis, MO, Highland, IL, Norman, OK, and Las Vegas, NV.
This position is eligible for our competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, 401(k) and company paid holidays. Only fully qualified candidates should apply. No phone calls, direct mailings or drop-in inquiries allowed. The Korte Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer Affirmative Action M/F/Vet/Disability.
For more information, or to apply now, you must go to the website below. Please DO NOT email your resume to us as we only accept applications through our website.
