What are the responsibilities and job description for the Journeyman Electrician / Electrical Foreman position at Habco Partnership?
Journeyman Electrician / Electrical Foreman
Habco Partnership, Inc. | St. Louis, MO | Full-Time | Field-Based | Nonunion
Pay
- Journeyman Electrician: $43.84/hr starting, increasing with experience (approx. $100K total package)
- Electrical Foreman: $100K total package
Total package includes wages plus the value of fringe and benefits. Licensed and nonlicensed candidates welcome. No journeyman card? Solid hands-on field experience qualifies you to apply; placement is based on demonstrated experience and applicable project and licensing requirements.
Build Your Career with Habco
Habco Partnership, Inc. is a nonunion company that owns and operates businesses throughout the United States. Founded in 1973 in St. Louis, we're a full-service electrical contractor built on three values: Whatever It Takes, Do What You Say, and the Value of Reputation. Our St. Louis operation is growing, and we're adding journeyman electricians and foremen who take pride in safe, high-quality work.
- Top 10 in 2025: Voted one of the best companies to work for
- Nominated again in 2026: Best Companies to Work For
- Less than 3%: Year-over-year employee turnover
Choose Your Role
Journeyman Electrician
Install, maintain, and troubleshoot electrical systems. Read drawings, follow electrical codes, and deliver safe, accurate work. Plan tasks and materials to reduce downtime, waste, and rework.
- Install feeders, size wire and conduit, and handle layout and rough-in, including underground work
- Install and terminate switchgear and devices; terminate cables and control wiring from drawings
- Troubleshoot motors and controls
- Read and interpret blueprints, one-lines, schematics, and specifications
- Stage materials and keep your foreman updated on progress and material needs
- Train and mentor apprentices
Electrical Foreman
Lead from the field. Coordinate crews, daily assignments, materials, and schedules. Track productivity and quality, resolve jobsite obstacles, and coach electricians and apprentices.
- Run daily crew assignments and keep work on schedule
- Plan and stage materials to limit downtime and rework
- Track productivity and quality against plan
- Resolve jobsite obstacles and coordinate with project leadership
- Coach and develop electricians and apprentices
- Enforce jobsite safety practices on every job
What You'll Bring
Strong electrical field experience, blueprint reading and troubleshooting skills, dependable attendance, and a commitment to safety and teamwork.
Required
- Hands-on commercial or industrial electrical field experience
- Safety-first mindset, reliable attendance, and pride in quality work
- Working knowledge of the National Electrical Code
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
- Own hand tools and power tools
- Able to climb ladders, work overhead, lift up to 51 lbs, and work outdoors in all seasons
- Crew leadership and job planning experience (Foreman)
Preferred
- Journeyman card or license
- Blueprint reading and strong troubleshooting skills
- OSHA 10 certification
- Fire alarm and low-voltage experience
Why Habco
- Steady work: Active projects and a growing St. Louis team
- Direct hire, nonunion: No union membership required
- Skills recognized: Pay and placement based on demonstrated field skills
- Direct access: Work closely with local leadership, where your input counts
- Room to grow: Take on more responsibility as you're ready
- People stay: Less than 3% year-over-year turnover
Benefits & Perks
- 401(k) with company match
- Life insurance and long-term disability coverage
- Paid vacation and holidays
- Tool allowance and boot allowance
- Continuing education and professional training
Work Location
Based out of our St. Louis office at 10420 Baur Blvd, St. Louis, MO 63132, with field work on job sites across the St. Louis area. Reports to the Director of Operations – STL.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Habco Partnership, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Pay: From $43.84 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- electrical : 2 years (Preferred)
- blueprint reading or electrical drawing: 2 years (Preferred)
- foreman or crew leadership: 2 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Journeyman License (Preferred)
Work Location: On the road