Electrician Journeyman

Electrician Journeyman

Since 1984, Rabalais Instrument & Electrical Constructors has been meeting and exceeding client expectations on projects ranging from industrial and commercial electrical, instrumentation, and control services to installation, repair, and maintenance services for residential, commercial, and industrial facilities. With an experienced, highly skilled staff, cutting edge technology, and a passion for safety and quality, Rabalais provides top-quality services in a timely and cost-effective manner. In fact, Rabalais has built a reputation as one of the most reliable and respected electrical and instrumentation contractors in the nation. The management team at Rabalais brings a combined experience of over 500 years to each project the company undertakes.

An Electrician must have the knowledge and skills to install, modify and maintain low, medium voltage circuits associated with power distribution, motors, controls, lighting and grounding systems, with limited support and supervision from others.

Essential Duties:

• Installation of electrical raceway systems comprised of rigid aluminum, galvanized steel, PVC and PVC coated conduit and aluminum, galvanized steel and fiberglass cable tray.
• Installation and termination of single and multiple conductor cables.
• Installation of electrical devices such as light fixtures, transformers, disconnects, motor starters, distribution panels and start/stop stations.
• Test, trouble shoot and repair normal electrical circuits.
• Safely use electrical test equipment such as a volt-ohm meter, amp meter or megohmmeter.
• Safe operation of hand and power tools such as band saws, drills, conduit threaders, hole punches and wire tuggers.
• Accurately measure and bend up to 6" conduit using manual, mechanical, hydraulic and electric conduit benders.
• Install electrical conductors (cable pulling) including accurately measuring, cutting, pulling, tagging, shaping and securing cable to wireways or welded studs.
• Properly pack and pour seals.
• Knowledge of the National Electrical Code and OSHA Electrical Safe Work Practices
• Ability to read electrical drawings.
• Knowledge of use, limitations and maintenance of all Personal Protective Equipment required for the assigned work.
• Knowledge of hazards and safe work procedures associated with working from elevated work areas and personnel lift equipment.
• Knowledge of hazards and safe work procedures associated with the assigned work including but not limited to Lockout/Tagout, Confined Spaces, Emergency Action Plans, Safe Work Permits, Incident Reporting, and Hazcom procedures.

This job description does not necessarily cover every task or duty that might be assigned. Employees may be assigned additional responsibilities as necessary. We offer our employees a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package and are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.