Journeyman Electrician (Switchgear)

**About Knight Electric:** Knight Electric is a national electrical contractor focusing on **Commercial/Retail new construction and re-modernization.** Our culture and continued investment in our employees set us apart from the others. We were recently named to the [**DFW Fastest 50 growth companies for 2025.**](https://www.bizjournals.com/dallas/subscriber-only/2025/09/19/fast-50.html?b=1757962208%5E22589263) - Offices in **Justin, TX** (Dallas/Ft. Worth) and **Alpharetta, GA** (Atlanta) - Customers include **Target, Costco, Bass Pro Shop, HEB, Publix, Best Buy, Trader Joes, Walmart and more.** **Journeyman - Traveling Nationwide** **Our Company:** Knight Electric Inc. is a nationwide company offering a wide range of commercial lighting and electrical services. We are committed to delivering superior workmanship and client satisfaction. **About this role:** Perform electrical installation and service tasks to required specifications, including bending conduit, pulling wire, installing fixtures, devices, plates, switchgear, and branch circuits. Read and interpret blueprints and layout drawings. Mentor, direct, and supervise apprentices**.** **Location and Travel:** This is a traveling role with projects in various locations **throughout the US.** - You can live anywhere in the United States, preference to Midwest and Southeast **Compensation and Benefits:** - Total compensation between **$42.00 - $55.00 per hour** - Based on license(s), experience, etc. - Paid Time Off (PTO) - Housing/Airbnb paid and daily per diem - Travel to/from projects paid (flight or mileage/drive-time) - Full Medical, Dental, 401(k) and other benefits **Key Responsibilities:** - Install and connect control systems, power distribution systems, electrical switchgear, including components such as switchboards, panels, load centers, motor control centers, breakers, transformers, and disconnect switches. Use multi-meters for measuring voltage, amperage, resistance, and more. - Connect branch circuits, feeders, and controls, including terminations, panels, and equipment. - Diagnose, repair and resolve problems with circuits, systems, and equipment using testing instruments, schematics, and diagrams. - Ensure all work complies with codes and safety regulations. - Perform layout for various tasks, including overhead and in-wall rough-in. - Generate complete materials lists for assigned scopes of work. - Test and troubleshoot electrical systems. Test circuit continuity for compatibility and safety. - Maximize efficiency and minimize waste. - Assist other employees as needed. - Inspect jobs upon completion for quality, safety, and cleanliness. - Maintain good working relationships with team. - Observe safe work practices and follow safety procedures. Assist team in maintaining a safe work environment. Implement safety procedures and precautions. **Position Requirements:** - High school diploma or equivalent. - At least four years in the electrical trade. - **Current state Electrical Journeyman license preferred.** - Valid state-issued driver's license. - Advanced to expert knowledge of electrical theory, NEC and local codes - Ability to travel by car and plane, with overnight travel for extended periods of time. - Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and specifications. - Ability to perform mathematical calculations. - Advanced knowledge of hand tools, testing equipment, and other commonly used trade equipment. - Good troubleshooting, problem-solving, and diagnostics ability. Embrace quality control processes. Good attention to detail. Follow process and procedure. - Current OSHA 10 certification. - Current Elevated Work Platform certification preferred. - Current Lock Out/Tag Out Training certification preferred. - Current First Aid and CPR certification preferred. - Current NFPA 70E Arc Flash Training certification preferred. **Qualifications:** To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. T…