What are the responsibilities and job description for the Journeyman Electrician (JW) Milwaukee position at Staff Electric Co. Inc.?
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The Minimum Qualifications
PHYSICAL CONDITION
Must be physically capable of performing the work of the trade with or without reasonable accommodation. Applicants who reach employable status must successfully pass a drug screen test before placement in the field.
WORK LOCATIONS
Must be able to get to construction sites in the four county area of: Milwaukee, Waukesha, Washington, and Ozaukee counties.
OSHA 10 SAFETY
The OSHA 10 Safety Training for the Construction Industry certification is required for all workers.
If you wish, you may complete this training online at: www.careersafeonline.com. Be sure to complete “OSHA-10 Hour for Construction Industry.” There is a $59.00 online fee.
WI JOURNEYMAN
Must possess a Wisconsin Journeyman Electrician or Master Electrician license.
Additional Information Regarding The Program
Work – A JW will work on various construction projects.
Cost – Each worker will have to purchase their own hand tools (list will be provided).
Each worker will join the Local Union #494. There is a one-time initiation fee and quarterly dues you will be required to pay AFTER you are hired.
License – As a JW you will be required to obtain and keep current a State of WI Journeyman Electrician or Masters Electrician License.
EXAMPLES OF TYPES OF PROJECTS WORKED ON
COMMERCIAL - Office Buildings, Hospitals, Schools and Shopping Centers
INDUSTRIAL - Small Machine Shops, AC/Delco, Briggs & Stratton, and Rexnord
EXAMPLES OF TASKS PERFORMED BY JOURNEYMAN ELECTRICIANS
Bending conduit/pulling of wire and cable/lighting fixture installation/digging a trench for cable or conduit/installing Romex or B.X./wiring & setting of service switch gear/mounting and wiring transformers/reading blueprints
EXAMPLES OF FACTORS THAT CAN EFFECT JOB CONDITIONS
Stage of construction- open walls, no windows, unsealed roof
Weather – heat, cold, rain, snow, wind, dampness
Cleanliness – mud, dust, debris, water
Noise – tools, equipment, mfg. Lines
Heavy Lifting – large conduit, large cable, cartons of material
ABOVE THE GROUND
In the electrical construction trade, the majority of work is done above the ground. This work is performed using ladders, scaffolding and power lifts. If you have a fear of heights, the construction electrician program is not for you.
COUNTY WORK AREA
When placed with a contractor, you can expect to consistently work anywhere in the 4 county area. This area includes Milwaukee, Waukesha, Washington, and Ozaukee counties. You may also be asked to work in other locations in other parts of south-eastern Wisconsin.
Wages And Benefits For Jw Union Members
JW classification and wages are reviewed and confirmed by the IBEW Local #494 on proven on the job experience.
There are also additional benefits included in the wage package:
Vacation and Holiday, Health and Welfare, Local Pension, NEBF Pension
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.
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The Minimum Qualifications
PHYSICAL CONDITION
Must be physically capable of performing the work of the trade with or without reasonable accommodation. Applicants who reach employable status must successfully pass a drug screen test before placement in the field.
WORK LOCATIONS
Must be able to get to construction sites in the four county area of: Milwaukee, Waukesha, Washington, and Ozaukee counties.
OSHA 10 SAFETY
The OSHA 10 Safety Training for the Construction Industry certification is required for all workers.
If you wish, you may complete this training online at: www.careersafeonline.com. Be sure to complete “OSHA-10 Hour for Construction Industry.” There is a $59.00 online fee.
WI JOURNEYMAN
Must possess a Wisconsin Journeyman Electrician or Master Electrician license.
Additional Information Regarding The Program
Work – A JW will work on various construction projects.
Cost – Each worker will have to purchase their own hand tools (list will be provided).
Each worker will join the Local Union #494. There is a one-time initiation fee and quarterly dues you will be required to pay AFTER you are hired.
License – As a JW you will be required to obtain and keep current a State of WI Journeyman Electrician or Masters Electrician License.
EXAMPLES OF TYPES OF PROJECTS WORKED ON
COMMERCIAL - Office Buildings, Hospitals, Schools and Shopping Centers
INDUSTRIAL - Small Machine Shops, AC/Delco, Briggs & Stratton, and Rexnord
EXAMPLES OF TASKS PERFORMED BY JOURNEYMAN ELECTRICIANS
Bending conduit/pulling of wire and cable/lighting fixture installation/digging a trench for cable or conduit/installing Romex or B.X./wiring & setting of service switch gear/mounting and wiring transformers/reading blueprints
EXAMPLES OF FACTORS THAT CAN EFFECT JOB CONDITIONS
Stage of construction- open walls, no windows, unsealed roof
Weather – heat, cold, rain, snow, wind, dampness
Cleanliness – mud, dust, debris, water
Noise – tools, equipment, mfg. Lines
Heavy Lifting – large conduit, large cable, cartons of material
ABOVE THE GROUND
In the electrical construction trade, the majority of work is done above the ground. This work is performed using ladders, scaffolding and power lifts. If you have a fear of heights, the construction electrician program is not for you.
COUNTY WORK AREA
When placed with a contractor, you can expect to consistently work anywhere in the 4 county area. This area includes Milwaukee, Waukesha, Washington, and Ozaukee counties. You may also be asked to work in other locations in other parts of south-eastern Wisconsin.
Wages And Benefits For Jw Union Members
JW classification and wages are reviewed and confirmed by the IBEW Local #494 on proven on the job experience.
There are also additional benefits included in the wage package:
Vacation and Holiday, Health and Welfare, Local Pension, NEBF Pension
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.
Salary : $59