Journeyman Electrician

Uihlein Electric is a proud Union employer. If interested in this position and not already an IBEW member, you will need to be willing to join. Uihlein Electric will happily facilitate this process!

For over 100 years, Uihlein Electric has been proud to serve as one of Milwaukee’s most dependable electrical contracting and service providers. Our work is grounded in our company’s five core values: Safety, Professionalism, Quality, Integrity and Community. We are growing and are looking for driven and organized individuals who share the same pride and enthusiasm for the industry as we do.

What you will do

Must always comply with all company safety policies

Oversee apprentices as well as providing guidance and leadership

Plan layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures based on job specifications and local codes

Repair or replace wiring, equipment, and fixtures using hand tools and power tools

Assemble, install, test, and maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, appliances, apparatus, and fixtures using hand tools and power tools

Troubleshoot and test electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring equipment and fixtures using testing devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, ammeters, and test lamps

Inspect electrical systems, equipment, and components to identify hazards, defects, and the need for repair and to ensure compliance with local codes

Direct and train workers to install, maintain or repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures

Follow blueprints to determine the location of wiring and equipment and to ensure conformance to building and safety codes

Attend in-house training

Other duties as assigned

Physical Requirements

Able to work off all types of ladders, lifts, and elevated platforms (electric or gas-powered)

Able to work at various heights up to 50 feet from ladders, scaffolds, aerial lifts, catwalks, or other safe work areas...