Industrial Journeyman Electrician

Hunt Electric, Inc. is seeking an experienced Industrial Journeyman Electrician to join our Industrial and Automation division. This position will work closely in the field to ensure the timely and accurate completion of work.

The Industrial Journeyman Electrician role is for individuals with solid industrial electrical experience who are ready to take on challenging work in automation, motor controls, and power systems. Our team works with three-phase power distribution, motors and motor controls, drives and controllers, relay logic, PLC automation, troubleshooting and repair, and control design and integration.

Major Duties

• Plan/Install new or modified electrical installations in manufacturing, wastewater, and mining facilities, including installation of Motor Control Centers, pumps, conveyors, controls, instrumentation, and main distribution electrical systems.
• Using proper electrical tools, the candidate must be proficient in measuring, cutting, bending, threading, assembly, and electrical raceways.
• Perform troubleshooting procedures by observing the functionality of installed equipment or system to determine hazards and the need for adjustments, relocation, or replacement.
• Perform “lock out-tag out” procedures enabling the ability to safely repair faulty electrical equipment or systems.
• Electrical construction experience.
• Must have working knowledge of journeyman level math and be proficient
• Install, troubleshoot, and maintain three-phase power distribution systems (permanent and portable).
• Work with VFDs, soft starts, HMIs, and PLCs.
• Design, install, maintain, and service motor control systems.
• Hands-on experience with print reading, controls, motor controls, control design, and troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of power distribution from 480V three-phase to 120V single-phase.
• Proficiency with three-phase and single-phase motors, terminations, splicing, load calculations, ampacity, wire sizing, voltage drop, and overload protection.
• Experience using test equipment such as meters, amp probes, power meters, and meggers.
• Ability to work at industrial site such as surface mine sites (sand and gravel pits, asphalt plants, concrete plants), oil and gas facilities, manufacturing plants, and other industrial environments.
• Working knowledge of the National Electric Code (NEC).
• Demonstrate an aptitude for learning, goal-oriented mindset for continual growth, with a “Can-Do” positive attitude.
• Actively contributes to a positive team environment.
• Demonstrates dependability with regular attendance and compliance to scheduled work hours.
• Other duties or locations as assigned by Manager.

Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledge of construction, reviewing and understanding blueprints.
• Ability to multitask, work in a fast paced environment, and handle differing priority level tasks.
• Allen-Bradley PLC programming experience.
• Familiarity with Codesys programming environment.
• Experience with Ignition SCADA/HMI platforms.
• Strong understanding of industrial networking and Ethernet/IP communications.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Apprentice or Journeyman Electrician’s license (preferred).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• MSHA certification or prior experience working on MSHA-regulated sites.
• Ability to work overtime as needed.
• Ability to pass a background check, have a clean MVR, and a valid driver’s license.

As a full-time Industrial Journeyman Electrician, you would also be eligible for an excellent benefits package, including medical, dental, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, a 401(k) plan, and paid personal time (PTO).

About Hunt Electric

Hunt Electric, Inc. is a full-service electrical, technology, and infrastructure contractor with wide-reaching services available in a variety of markets. Headquartered in Salt Lake City, we have additional branch locations in Denver, CO, St. George, UT, and Boise, ID. Since 1986, we have experienced tremendous growth with plans to continue expanding our services and markets served.

If you are looking for a merit-based company where you can improve your skills, grow your career, and enjoy your work, look no further and apply today!

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