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Traveling Electrician

Gaylor Electric
Dayton, OH Full Time
POSTED ON 5/2/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/2/2026

***Ohio Project***

Scope of Work:

The Journeyperson electrician will perform installations, alterations, additions, and/or repairs of electrical systems, conductors, and associated materials and equipment within the commercial and industrial electrical industry.

Responsibilities:

  • Perform all electrical tasks with limited supervision.
  • Read and accurately interpret electrical construction drawings.
  • Terminate cables, install, and troubleshoot control wiring from schematics.
  • Demonstrate safe work habits and proper care for tools and equipment.
  • Maintain a Journeyman license in states and locales where required, and all training requirements.
  • Continuously satisfy all previous classification requirements.
  • Analyze blueprints effectively and utilize such information on the job site.
  • Install, maintain, and/or troubleshoot basic electrical systems in compliance with the National Electric Code (NEC).
  • Demonstrate the ability to layout conduit systems, various lighting systems, basic control systems, and feeders.
  • Participate in toolbox talks, safety audits, and related safety functions.
  • Provide technical assistance to other field employees as needed.
  • Provide direction, training, and mentorship to Helpers/Apprentices.
  • Install conduit systems, various lighting systems, and basic control systems.
  • Install motor feeders and make standard motor connections.
  • Work as a member of a cohesive team while demonstrating the ability to work without direct supervision.
  • Clean and maintain job site, tools, and vehicles.
  • Maintain compliance with all OSHA, company, and customer-specific safety requirements.
  • Immediately identify, correct, and/or report any unsafe acts, conditions, or incidents in a timely manner.
  • Perform other related duties as required and assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Education: High school graduate, holder of G.E.D., or equivalent studies/experience.
  • Experience: Completion of an approved electrical apprenticeship program or six years (12,000 hours) of on-the-job work experience equivalent work experience.

Gaylor Electric, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer including disability and veterans.

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