Job Description

Job Title: Journeyman Electrician

Location: Bartonville/Peoria, IL – Multiple Industrial Facilities

Department: Electrical Maintenance

Pay Rate: $29 – $37/hour + Overtime Opportunities

Schedule: Full-Time | Availability for various shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays

Position Summary

We are seeking a skilled and licensed Journeyman Electrician to support maintenance operations across multiple industrial sites. This position involves installation, repair, and preventive maintenance of electrical systems in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Ideal candidates will bring a safety-first mindset, strong troubleshooting skills, and a deep understanding of electrical standards and industrial equipment.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive pay with consistent overtime
• Strong commitment to employee safety and development
• Supportive, team-oriented work environment
• Proudly American-made industrial operation
• Veteran-friendly workplace

Benefits Package

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Company-paid life insurance and long-term disability
• Voluntary benefits: accident, critical illness, whole life
• Flexible spending accounts (healthcare & dependent care)
• 401(k) with company match
• Ongoing training and advancement opportunities

Key Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and troubleshoot electrical systems, including motors, lighting, switchgear, transformers, and VFDs
• Diagnose and repair high- and low-voltage systems using tools such as multimeters, ammeters, infrared cameras, and megohm meters
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, single-line diagrams, and technical manuals
• Perform routine and preventive maintenance to optimize system performance and uptime
• Work with PLCs, HMIs, relay logic, and automation control systems
• Support capital projects involving new equipment installation and infrastructure upgrades
• Ensure compliance with NEC, NFPA 70E, OSHA, and internal safety standards
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, inspections, and system modifications
• Mentor apprentices and assist with on-the-job electrical training

Qualifications

Experience:

• Minimum 5 years of industrial electrical maintenance, preferably in a manufacturing or heavy industrial setting

Education & Licensing:

• High school diploma or GED
• Completion of a certified electrical apprenticeship program
• Valid journeyman electrician license or certification

Technical Skills:

• Proficient in interpreting blueprints, schematics, and wiring diagrams
• Experience with VFDs, PLCs, and automation systems
• Working knowledge of NEC, NFPA 70E, and OSHA regulations
• Strong electrical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

Mindset:

• Committed to workplace safety and compliance
• Able to work independently or collaboratively in a dynamic, high-demand environment

Ready to power up your next career move? Apply today and become part of a team that keeps essential systems running safely and efficiently.

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