We are hiring a Journeyman Electrician to upgrade refrigeration control panels at retail locations across multiple states. You will replace breakers, contactors, fuse blocks, and main feeders to meet NEC-2023 standards during carefully planned one-hour shutdown windows. This is a 3-month contract position based out of Cincinnati, OH, with 100% travel to project sites. Training begins at the office; then you deploy on a rolling regional schedule with lodging and meals fully covered.
What We Offer (Benefits & Compensation)
- Hourly pay: $32.00–$45.00/hour based on experience
- Per diem: $85/day lodging + $40/day meals and incidentals
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Overtime available and expected
- All travel expenses paid (mileage, airfare, lodging)
- Structured project calendar with advance notice
Key Responsibilities – Journeyman Electrician
- Replace breakers, contactors, fuse blocks, and main feeders inside control cabinets to NEC-2023 compliance; affix R-class fuse stickers upon completion.
- Coordinate with refrigeration control technicians to safely power down, complete work, and restore systems within a 60-minute rack shutdown window.
- Inspect existing wiring and components; identify and report conditions that could delay restart or compromise safety.
- Travel to assigned retail stores and distribution centers according to rolling project calendar; lodging, mileage, and per diem provided.
- Document all work on tablet including components replaced, torque readings, photos, and compliance sign-offs.
Qualifications – Journeyman Electrician
- Active Journeyman Electrician license (state-recognized; master license not required)
- Three (3) or more years of hands-on experience installing or replacing breakers, contactors, fuse blocks, or main feeders in control cabinets or MCCs
- Demonstrated knowledge of NEC requirements for commercial refrigeration and electrical systems; ability to read single-line and wiring diagrams
- Valid driver's license with clean MVR; ability to travel and stay overnight for up to 2 weeks at a time
- Basic computer/tablet proficiency for documentation and time entry
Preferred Qualifications – Electrician – Refrigeration Systems
- Familiarity with NFPA 70E arc-flash safety protocols
- Prior experience working in retail or food distribution environments
- Comfort working independently on remote job sites with minimal supervision
Physical Requirements – Journeyman Electrician
- Lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 lbs regularly
- Stand, kneel, and work on ladders for extended periods
- Work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions and cold refrigeration environments
- Travel 100% of the time across multiple states; up to 2 consecutive weeks away from home
- Variable shifts including days, evenings, nights, and weekends to accommodate store shutdown windows
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