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Electrician Lead
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An Electrician works on electrical systems in buildings. Installs electrical wiring and lighting in new construction, and repairs or upgrade wiring, outlets or other parts of older electrical systems. Checks safety and makes installations or repairs that are in compliance with local building codes. May also specialize in electrical work required in different manufacturing industries, electrical systems for cars, plane or boats, or electrical and lighting work in the film industry.
$61,312 / year median in Pennsylvania
-2% projected decline
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Electrician Lead Job Description The Electrician Lead oversees the installation of electrical systems for large custom modular buildings, including schools, hospitals, banks, restaurants, and offices. This role works closely with an internal team of plumbers, carpenters, welders, and laborers to build each unit from start to finish, ensuring all electrical work follows blueprints and complies with national electrical codes. The Electrician Lead reports directly to the project site and plays a key role in bringing complex commercial structures to life. Responsibilities Review and interpret electrical blueprints and plans to determine the layout and installation requirements for commercial modular buildings. Install electrical systems in commercial structures in accordance with national electrical codes and company standards. Run and pull electrical wire throughout modular units, ensuring neat, safe, and code-compliant installations. Bend and install conduit, including planning conduit runs and making accurate bends to fit design specifications. Install electrical boxes, devices, fixtures, and related components as indicated on prints and schematics. Terminate wires into boxes, panels, and devices, ensuring secure connections and proper labeling. Coordinate daily tasks with other trades such as plumbers, carpenters, welders, and laborers to support efficient start-to-finish unit construction. Inspect completed work for quality, safety, and code compliance, and make adjustments or corrections as needed. Use appropriate hand tools and trade tools to safely and efficiently complete electrical installations. Support assembly and final installation of structures at project finish locations when selected to travel to the site. Essential Skills 10+ years of experience in commercial electrical work. Strong ability to read and interpret blueprints and electrical plans. Thorough knowledge of national electrical codes and their application in commercial buildings. Proficiency in bending conduit and planning conduit runs. Experience running, pulling, and terminating electrical wire in commercial environments. Skill in installing electrical boxes, fixtures, devices, and related components. Competence with electrical wiring, conduit installation, and conduit bending. Ownership and proficient use of standard hand tools of the electrical trade. Ability to work collaboratively with other trades in a modular construction setting. Additional Skills & Qualifications Experience working in commercial modular construction environments. Familiarity with plumbing-related materials such as PVC, PEX, copper, and cast iron when coordinating with other trades. Capability to adapt to both indoor and outdoor work conditions as projects progress. Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality, code-compliant work. Willingness to travel occasionally to project finish locations to assist with structure assembly, when selected. Flexibility to handle varying project types, including schools, hospitals, banks, restaurants, and office buildings. Why Work Here? You will join a team that builds complex, high-impact modular projects while enjoying comprehensive benefits and a supportive culture. The organization offers a 401(k) plan with company match, medical and dental insurance, life insurance, paid time off, referral bonuses, and an end-of-year company holiday bonus. You can also look forward to company picnics and events that foster camaraderie and a strong sense of team, along with pay that reflects your skill level and experience. Work Environment You will work primarily at a centralized site, either inside a large hangar or in the yard once the building is roughed in. The environment is a hands-on modular construction setting where multiple trades collaborate to complete each unit. Work involves the use of standard electrical hand tools and equipment, as well as frequent handling of conduit, wiring, and electrical devices. Most work occurs on-site, with only occasional travel when selected to support assembly at project finish locations. The setting combines indoor and outdoor conditions depending on project phase, and requires adherence to typical construction-site safety practices and attire. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Leola, PA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $35.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:- Medical, dental & vision
- Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
- 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
- Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
- Short and long-term disability
- Health Spending Account (HSA)
- Transportation benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Leola,PA.