Journeyman and Foreman Electricians Needed

Job Description

Job Description

Leapros Skilled Trades is actively hiring Journeyman Electricians throughout the Chicagoland area. As a trusted partner in the construction industry, we connect top talent with top companies across the United States.

Job Type: Contract
Pay: $35 to $50 Per Hour BOE

Responsibilities:

• Install, maintain, and repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures.
• Install, test, and maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, and appliances.
• Connect circuit breakers, transformers, or other components.
• Construct and fabricate parts using hand tools and specifications.
• Make recommendations to plan layouts, install, and repair wiring, switches, circuit breakers, and fuse boxes.
• Inspect wiring and fixtures for company specifications or local electrical codes.
• Inspect electrical systems, equipment, and components to identify hazards, defects, and the need for adjustments to ensure compliance with electrical codes.
• Plan layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures based on job specifications and local codes.
• Test electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures using testing devices.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of skilled electrical work on commercial and residential new builds.
• Ability to read blueprints and knowledge of electrical applications.
• Knowledge of methods and techniques of performing skilled electrical work.
• Experience with low voltage, pulling cable, troubleshooting, construction, conduit bending, and both commercial and residential construction.
• Familiarity with electrical installation, building codes, blueprints, and wiring.
• Reliable Transportation

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to talk or hear, sit, stand, bend, stoop, stretch, twist, use hands, and/or reach out for prolonged periods of time
• Must have manual dexterity, a good sense of balance, and excellent hand-eye coordination
• Use their hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls
• Must be able to climb stairs, ladders, and poles.
• Must be physically capable of pulling wires and cables through conduits.
• Must be able to work in inclement weather conditions
• Must be able to work around wood dust and fumes
• Maybe exposed to heights and loud noises
• Must be able to see color to discern color-coded wiring
• Ability to lift and carry items up to 50 pounds.
• Must be aware of OSHA safety standards

Pay Transparency: A reasonable estimate of the available hourly pay scale for this position is $27 to $40 Per Hour BOE. The actual compensation offered may vary depending on qualifications and other factors essential to the performance of duties and is determined by the hiring authority.

About Leapros Skilled Trades: Leapros serves a tight community of proven, skilled tradespeople. As a team member, you are treated with the respect which your value has earned you. This means competitive pay, consistent work, a safety culture that starts at the top, and safety training. We know you, your lifestyle, and your needs. We are committed to our core values and guiding ethical principles, to conducting business in a non-discriminatory manner, and to operating in strict compliance with applicable federal and state laws pertaining to Equal Employment Opportunity. This commitment enhances our ability to conduct business with the highest level of integrity, solidifying our position as the most trusted workforce solutions partner. To learn more about Leapros or to speak with one of our recruitment partners, call 224-238-4873 or visit our website at