Traveling Electrical Licensed Journeyman

Premier Trade Services Kentucky, Paducah Permanent

Job Description

Job Description Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Licensed Journeyman Electrician for acommercial project doing a hospital addition in Salem, KY.


Must have a Kentucky Journeyman License or be able to reciprocate (Ohio, Louisiana, Virginia, and West Virginia).


Project Details:

  • Working 5 days, 10 hour shifts, 50 hours a week.
  • Duration at least 1 year
  • Per Diem $75 for qualified personnel


Job Responsibilities:

  • Lead and oversee daily operations on assigned commercial electrical projects
  • Supervise, mentor, and coordinate apprentices and field electricians
  • Plan and assign daily work to ensure project milestones and deadlines are met
  • Install, maintain, and repair commercial electrical systems as needed
  • Read and interpret electrical blueprints, specifications, and project drawings
  • Coordinate with project managers, general contractors, inspectors, and other trades
  • Bend and install EMT, rigid conduit, cable tray, and other raceway systems
  • Install panels, switchgear, lighting systems, feeders, and commercial electrical equipment
  • Troubleshoot electrical systems and resolve field issues efficiently
  • Ensure all work complies with NEC, local electrical codes, and OSHA safety standards
  • Conduct job site safety meetings and maintain a clean, organized, and productive work environment
  • Track material needs, identify shortages, and coordinate deliveries
  • Perform quality control inspections to ensure work meets company and customer expectations
  • Complete daily reports and communicate project progress to management


Required Qualifications:

  • Current KY Journeyman Electrician license
  • Must be able to speak fluent English
  • Proven experience leading commercial electrical projects and field crews
  • Strong knowledge of NEC, commercial electrical systems, and construction practices
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints and construction documents
  • Experience coordinating multiple tasks and maintaining project schedules
  • Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
  • Strong leadership, communication, and organizational abilities
  • Commitment to quality workmanship and job site safety
  • Ability to operate lifts and work from ladders and scaffolding
Company Description

We consider applicants for all positions without regard for race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status. All employees are subject to Form I-9 Employment Eligibility.

Company Description We consider applicants for all positions without regard for race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status. All employees are subject to Form I-9 Employment Eligibility.

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