Commercial Journeyman Electrician

Job Description

Job Description

BESCO is looking for experienced commercial electricians to join our growing team! We offer competitive pay and a fantastic fringe benefit package,which includes family medical, dental, vision insurance and retirement pension plan*.

BESCO has been a leading electrical contractor in our region for decades. We’re proud to have been a part of some of the area’s most challenging and high-profile projects.

Look around town or across the skyline, and you’ll likely see a facility that BESCO has worked on. In our Knoxville market, we are proud to offer complete mechanical, electric, and plumbing services alongside our sister company, Engert Mechanical Contractors.

Founded in 1891, Engert has a long history of delivering mechanical excellence in the Knoxville market. The company became part of the BESCO family in 2021.

Duties / Responsibilities :

• Installs and repairs electrical wiring, systems, and fixtures in buildings.
• Installs conduits and pipes for electrical wires and cables.
• Ensures piping complies with electrical codes.
• Installs circuit breakers and other electrical hardware and connects wiring to them.
• Connects electrical systems to powerlines to provide electricity to the building.
• Tests electrical systems to ensure proper installation and operation.
• Inspects electrical systems to determine whether repairs are needed.
• Replaces conduit and wiring as needed.
• Replaces circuit breakers as needed.
• Maintain a safe work environment by adhering to all company guidelines and OSHA safety requirements.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills / Abilities :

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of a formal apprenticeship and valid electrician’s license required.
• Ability to read blueprints.
• Extensive knowledge of electrical systems and wiring.
• Ability to use hand tools and power tools.
• Proficient in the use of test meters and other diagnostic equipment.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with the National Electrical Code and local codes

Education and Experience :

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of a formal apprenticeship and valid electrician’s license required.
• CDL Certification a plus.

Physical Requirements :

• Must be able to see color to discern color-coded wiring.
• Prolonged periods standing, kneeling, bending, and climbing ladders or scaffolding.
• Must be physically capable of pulling wires and cables through conduits.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time.
• Must be able to work in constricted areas.
• The posted pay range is based on experience and includes the total compensation package. The total compensation package includes fully paid health benefits and retirement pension.
8 days ago