Journeyman Electrician

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Located in Lakeland, FL

Salary: 20-25

Journeyman Electrician (Residential & Light Commercial)

Location: Florida
Job Type: Full-Time
Compensation: 20-25 based on experience

Position Overview

We are seeking a licensed Journeyman Electrician to join our growing team. This position is ideal for an experienced electrician who can independently complete residential electrical service work while also assisting with light commercial projects. The ideal candidate is highly skilled, safety-focused, customer-oriented, and capable of troubleshooting, repairing, and installing electrical systems with minimal supervision.

This role requires someone who takes pride in producing quality workmanship, maintains a professional appearance, and can safely operate a company vehicle while representing our company at customer locations.

Essential Responsibilities

• Independently perform residential electrical service, repair, remodeling, and installation work.
• Diagnose electrical issues and determine effective repair solutions.
• Install, repair, and replace:
  • Electrical panels and breakers
  • Service equipment
  • Lighting systems
  • Receptacles and switches
  • Ceiling fans
  • Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors
  • Dedicated circuits
  • EV charger circuits
  • Whole-home surge protection
  • Interior and exterior electrical systems
• Read and interpret electrical blueprints, wiring diagrams, and specifications.
• Install and troubleshoot electrical systems in light commercial environments.
• Ensure all work complies with the current National Electrical Code (NEC), Florida Building Code, and applicable local codes.
• Perform electrical inspections and identify code deficiencies.
• Communicate professionally with homeowners, contractors, inspectors, and project managers.
• Complete service documentation accurately and maintain organized job records.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Safely operate and maintain a company service vehicle and assigned tools.
• Participate in on-call or emergency service work as required.

Required Qualifications

• Current Florida-recognized Journeyman Electrician license (county or municipal license recognized under Florida reciprocity requirements).
• Minimum 5 years of residential electrical experience.
• Minimum 2 years of commercial electrical experience preferred.
• Ability to work independently with little or no supervision.
• Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic abilities.
• Thorough knowledge of:
  • Residential wiring methods
  • Service upgrades
  • Panel replacements
  • Load calculations
  • Grounding and bonding
  • NEC requirements
  • Florida electrical codes
• Ability to read blueprints and electrical schematics.
• Experience using electrical testing equipment including:
  • Multimeters
  • Clamp meters
  • Circuit tracers
  • Voltage testers
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to safely lift 75 pounds and work:
  • On ladders
  • In attics
  • In crawl spaces
  • Outdoors in Florida weather

Driver Requirements

Because this position includes operating a company vehicle:

• Valid Florida Driver License.
• Clean driving record with no major traffic violations.
• No DUI or reckless driving convictions.
• Ability to meet company insurance requirements for operating company vehicles.
• Safe driving habits and commitment to vehicle care.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with:
  • Generator installations
  • Whole-home surge protection
  • EV charger installation
  • Smart home devices
  • Low-voltage wiring
  • Commercial tenant improvements
  • New construction
  • Service work
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 Certification.
• Experience working directly with building inspectors.
• Ability to estimate small residential jobs.

Knowledge & Skills

Successful candidates should demonstrate proficiency in:

• Residential electrical troubleshooting
• Commercial electrical installation
• NEC compliance
• Florida building code compliance
• Electrical safety procedures
• Conduit bending (EMT preferred)
• Service upgrades
• Panel replacements
• Branch circuit installation
• Load calculations
• Grounding and bonding
• Motor and lighting circuits
• Electrical diagnostics
• Time management
• Independent decision-making
• Customer communication
• Attention to detail

What We Offer

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Company vehicle
• Company-provided tools (where applicable)
• Paid holidays and vacation
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Stable, year-round work
• Opportunity for advancement

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Ideal Candidate

We are looking for a dependable, licensed electrician who can confidently complete residential service calls from start to finish while also contributing to commercial projects when needed. The right candidate is professional, safety-conscious, takes ownership of their work, and represents the company with integrity and exceptional customer service.

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