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Power Electrical Journeyman - RPL

Mortenson Construction
New Orleans, LA Full Time
POSTED ON 5/29/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/28/2026

Power Electrical Journeyman

SUMMARY

Mortenson is currently seeking an Power Electrical Journeyman that will be responsible for providing skilled craftsmanship for maintenance and installation of electrical systems.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Assemble, install, test, and maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, appliances, apparatus, and fixtures, using hand tools and power tools
  • Connect wires to circuit breakers, transformers, or other components
  • Test electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures, using testing devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, and oscilloscopes, to ensure compatibility and safety of system
  • Install, repair, and maintain motors, transformers, generators, lights, appliances, circuits, wiring, and other electrical system equipment and components in compliance with electrical codes, standards, and regulations
  • Study plans, drawings, specifications, and work orders to determine work requirements and sequence of repairs and/or installations
  • Repair and maintain high voltage systems
  • Organize work by receiving and studying work orders; gather tools and supplies
  • Read prints, layout work, and install new service
  • Repair electrical problems by replacing faulty parts and components
  • Maintain electrical systems by conducting system tests; complete preventive maintenance requirements
  • Keep supplies ready by placing orders
  • Maintain safe work environment by following standards and procedures; comply with codes
  • Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; read technical publications
  • Accomplish maintenance and organization mission by completing related results as needed
  • Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed
  • Effectively work and build relationships with those of diverse backgrounds and organizational levels
  • All other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Minimum two years of related experience
  • Trade or technical school certification/diploma
  • Apprentice aptitude test
  • Project specific/Mortenson training
  • Current driver's license
  • Ability to speak and understand English (Spanish is a plus); some ability to read plans; shown emotional intelligence; ability to operate equipment such as table saws, radial arm saws, belt & disc sanders, drill presses, fall protection equipment, rigging, and form systems
  • Strong teamwork orientation, positive attitude, professional customer service skills, detail orientation, active listening skills, and effective communication including openness to diverse input and feedback
  • Repetitive hand, arm, leg movements
  • *Lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling: up to 50 lbs.
  • Please note: this position description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of the duties and responsibilities of the position. The duties and responsibilities of this position may change without notice.

*Lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling over 50 lbs will be done with assistance of another team member or equipment.

A few benefits offered include:

**(for Non-Craft & Non-Union Craft working 25 hours / week)

  • Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage
  • Dental plan
  • 401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match
  • Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves
  • Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance
  • No-Cost mental health tool and conciergewith extensive work-life resources
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Adoption Assistance
  • Gym Membership Discount Program

Please make note:

  • Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.
  • Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days.

ABOUT MORTENSON

As a top builder, developer, and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction), our expertise spans markets like sports, renewable energy, data centers, healthcare, and more. We are builders at heart, working to ensure the built environment has a lasting positive impact.

Let's Redefine Possible

Equal Employment Opportunity

Your uniqueness brings new and creative perspectives to the team. Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of your race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status or any other legally protected category.

Other Items to Note

  • Mortenson reserves the right to hire any individual without legal or financial obligation on unwanted solicitations.No agency emails, calls, or solicitations are accepted without a valid agreement.
  • Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status, 0-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.


Mortenson is an EOE/Affirmative Action/M/F/Veteran/Disabled employer.

 

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