Journeyman Commercial Electrician
Location: New Orleans, LA
Pay: $25.00–$28.00 per hour (DOE)
Experience Required: Minimum 5 Years
Employment Type: Full-Time
Position Summary
B&D Contracting is seeking an experienced Commercial Electrician to join our team in the New Orleans, Louisiana area. The ideal candidate will have at least five years of hands-on commercial electrical experience and be capable of working independently or as part of a crew on new construction, renovations, and commercial service projects.
This position requires installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing commercial electrical systems while ensuring all work complies with the National Electrical Code (NEC), local codes, and company safety standards. Candidates must be dependable, safety-focused, and able to work in a fast-paced construction environment.
Responsibilities
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Install conduit (EMT, RMC, PVC, and flexible conduit).
- Pull, terminate, and test electrical wiring and cables.
- Install electrical panels, switchgear, transformers, lighting, and control systems.
- Read and interpret blueprints, electrical drawings, and specifications.
- Troubleshoot electrical systems and repair equipment efficiently.
- Install and connect motors, disconnects, breakers, and controls.
- Perform preventive maintenance on commercial electrical systems.
- Ensure all work complies with NEC, OSHA, and local building codes.
- Operate lifts, ladders, and electrical testing equipment safely.
- Communicate effectively with supervisors, project managers, and other trades.
- Maintain clean and organized job sites.
- Assist apprentices and help train less experienced electricians.
Must Haves
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Minimum 5 years of commercial electrical experience.
- Strong knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC).
- Experience bending and installing conduit.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints and electrical schematics.
- Experience installing panels, lighting, and commercial electrical equipment.
- Ability to troubleshoot electrical issues independently.
- Valid driver's license with reliable transportation.
- Ability to lift 50+ pounds and work in physically demanding environments.
- Ability to work overtime and weekends when required.
- Must pass a drug screen and pre-employment background check.
- Successful completion of Basic Plus Safety Orientation
Preferred Qualifications
- Electrical License (or ability to obtain one)
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OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 Certification.
- NCCER Electrical Certification.
- TWIC Card.
- Basic Orientation Plus (BOP).
- Experience operating scissor lifts and boom lifts.
- Experience with commercial generators and backup power systems.
- Experience with fire alarm or low-voltage systems.
- CPR/First Aid Certification.
Physical Requirements
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Frequently stand, walk, climb, kneel, crouch, and bend throughout the workday.
- Lift and carry materials weighing 50 pounds or more.
- Work from ladders, scaffolding, aerial lifts, and elevated platforms.
- Work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
- Safely use hand tools, power tools, and electrical testing equipment.
- Maintain visual acuity for identifying wiring colors and reading electrical diagrams.
AI Interview Questions
1. Commercial Experience
Tell me about a commercial electrical project you've completed from start to finish. What was your specific role?
2. Conduit Installation
Describe your experience bending and installing EMT, RMC, and PVC conduit. What sizes are you most comfortable working with?
On average how much EMT conduit you can bend and install in one day?
3. Troubleshooting
Tell me about a difficult electrical issue you diagnosed and repaired. How did you identify the problem, and what was the solution?
4. Code Knowledge
How do you ensure your work complies with the National Electrical Code (NEC) and local building codes?
5. Equipment Experience
What commercial electrical equipment have you installed or serviced? (Examples: switchgear, transformers, motor controls, VFDs, generators, lighting systems, and electrical panels.)
6. Safety & Teamwork
Describe a time you worked under a tight deadline while coordinating with other trades. How did you maintain safety and keep the project on schedule?
