About this position
Job Description
Job Description
Leapros Skilled Trades is actively hiring Commercial and Industrial Electricians in the Chicagoland area. As a trusted partner in the construction industry, we connect top talent with top companies across the United States.
Job Type: Contract
Pay: $35 to $55 Per Hour BOE
Responsibilities:
- Install, maintain, and repair electrical systems including conduit, lighting fixtures, electrical panels, transformers, switches, motors, and systems.
- Troubleshoot electrical issues and perform corrective actions to minimize downtime.
- Perform routine inspections and preventive maintenance on electrical systems.
- Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical diagrams.
- Test electrical systems and continuity of circuits using various testing devices.
- Install and maintain control panels, motors, transformers, generators, and lighting systems.
- Ensure compliance with the National Electrical Code (NEC), local codes, and company safety standards.
- Document work performed, maintain accurate maintenance records, and update equipment logs.
- Collaborate with maintenance, production, and engineering teams to support operational goals.
- Assist in the design and improvement of electrical systems and processes.
- Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in clean and safe condition.
- Install, bend, and remove conduit to accommodate wiring needs.
- Pull electrical wiring through conduit and connect it to circuit breakers, transformers, and outlets.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 5 years of industrial electrical experience required.
- Possession of necessary personal protective equipment (PPE) and hand tools.
- Dependable and punctual, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Knowledge of National Electrical Code (NEC) standards.
- Reliable Transportation.
- Must be available to travel extensively (up to 100%) within regional states, including overnight stays for up to weeks at a time if required.
- Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check.
- Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license that represents a history of safe & competent driving.
Physical Requirements:
- Must have manual dexterity, a good sense of balance, and excellent hand-eye coordination.
- Use their hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls.
- Must be able to climb stairs, ladders, and poles.
- Must be physically capable of pulling wires and cables through conduits.
- Must be able to work in inclement weather conditions.
- Must be able to work around wood dust and fumes.
- Maybe exposed to heights and loud noises.
- Must be able to see color to discern color-coded wiring.
- Must be aware of OSHA safety standards.
- Must be able to sit, stand, kneel, stoop, walk, and sit for long periods of time.
- Must be capable of working in inclement conditions including extreme hot and cold temperatures.
- Must be physically capable of manually digging and back-filling holes and trenches.
- Must be physically capable of lifting and carrying up to 80 lbs.
Pay Transparency
The anticipated salary range for this position is $35 to $50 Per Hour, based on relevant factors such as experience, skills, education, internal equity, and geographic location. Final compensation will be determined during the interview process by the hiring authority.
Benefits Summary
- We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid Sick Time
- Employee assistance programs (EAP)
Location and commute
Chicago, IL .
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How to apply
Review the vacancy and complete the application on the employer or recruitment partner’s website. Requisition ID: WJ-3006330860.