Journeyman Electrician - Iowa Class A

Carlisle, IA
Murphy Electric is part of a family-owned and operated business that is expanding in the Midwest.  We offer a variety of electrical services to our customers so if you are looking for a place to call home where you can make an immediate impact, work independently and continue to develop your skills as a professional – please apply!
We offer competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, and we take extra care to make sure our people return home safely and have a great work/life balance.  We work hard to be a company that customers are proud to work with and employees are proud to work for.
Job Description:
Our Journeyman Electricians are responsible for installing and repairing wiring, electrical fixtures, power equipment and components of machinery and equipment following electrical code, manuals, specifications, schematics, and blueprints as defined by the client’s scope of work or engineering specifications.  This is a full-time, hourly (non-exempt) position with the ability to work with an electrical apprentice.
Responsibilities:
  • Install and repair wiring, electrical fixtures, power equipment, and components of machinery and equipment following electrical code, manuals, specifications, schematics, and blueprints.
  • Install and repair control and distribution apparatus, including relays, switches, thermostats, circuit-breaker panels, etc.
  • Diagnose and resolve problems in electrical circuits, systems, and equipment using testing instruments and equipment.
  • Test continuity of circuits to ensure compatibility and safety of components using testing instruments.
  • Measure, cut, bend, thread, assemble, and install electrical conduit using rulers, measuring devices, hand tools, pipe threader, and conduit bender.
  • Receive and complete work orders.
  • Select material and hardware and make time and materials estimates.
  • Maintain accurate records on material and labor used.
  • Inspect jobs upon completion and ensure areas are clean.
  • Install and connect power supply wiring, cables, conduit, and electrical apparatus for equipment in new and existing facilities following diagrams, schematics, or blueprints
Travel Required: 

Up to 50% travel, M-F only. Weekends off.  Per Diem paid for any overnight travel. Lodging paid by the company.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Education/Certification: Valid Iowa Class A Journeyman Electricians License and valid driver’s license
  • Knowledge of electrical circuits and wiring and operating principles of motors
  • Knowledge of local electrical codes
Benefits
  • Weekly Pay!
  • Medical (Great medical insurance including family and dependent care plans!)
  • Dental and Vision Insurance
  • 401K Retirement Savings Plan with employer match
  • Short- and Long-term disability
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Seven paid holidays