Journeyman Electrician

Located in Austinville, VA

Journeyman Electrician

Location: Austinville, VA

Position Summary

We are seeking a skilled Journeyman Electrician to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical systems and equipment at a limestone mining and processing operation. This position supports safe, reliable production by maintaining electrical equipment, resolving breakdowns, and completing preventive maintenance.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Install, inspect, maintain, and repair industrial electrical systems, wiring, controls, and equipment.

• Troubleshoot electrical issues involving motors, motor control centers, starters, variable frequency drives, and related production equipment.

• Support the operation and maintenance of crushers, conveyors, screens, pumps, and other processing equipment.

• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, blueprints, and equipment manuals.

• Perform preventive maintenance, identify potential failures, and recommend repairs or improvements.

• Use electrical testing equipment to diagnose faults and verify proper operation.

• Work with maintenance and production personnel to prioritize repairs and minimize downtime.

• Follow applicable electrical codes, site safety procedures, lockout/tagout requirements, and electrical safe work practices.

• Maintain accurate records of inspections, maintenance, and repairs.

• Maintain clean, organized work areas and properly care for tools and equipment.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Current journeyman electrician credential or equivalent recognized qualification applicable to the position.

• Experience maintaining and troubleshooting industrial electrical systems.

• Working knowledge of three-phase power, motor controls, and electrical distribution systems.

• Ability to read electrical drawings and safely use diagnostic tools.

• Strong troubleshooting, communication, and organizational skills.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a maintenance team.

• Commitment to safe work practices in an industrial environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in mining, quarrying, aggregate processing, manufacturing, or heavy industry.

• Experience troubleshooting programmable logic controllers (PLCs), instrumentation, and automated controls.

• Familiarity with mine safety requirements and MSHA training.

• Completion of an electrical apprenticeship or relevant technical training.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

Work takes place in indoor and outdoor industrial settings with exposure to dust, noise, changing weather, and uneven terrain. Duties may require climbing stairs and ladders, working at heights, bending, kneeling, standing for extended periods, and handling tools and equipment. Required personal protective equipment must be worn. Essential job functions must be performed with or without reasonable accommodation.

Schedule

Availability for overtime, occasional weekend work, and emergency maintenance callouts may be required based on operational needs.

Equal Opportunity

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to characteristics protected by applicable law.

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