Commercial Electrician

Overview:

Egan Company is seeking an experienced Commercial Electrician to support our growing electrical construction team in the Raleigh-Durham area. This position will perform electrical installations on active commercial projects, including conduit, wire, lighting, distribution equipment, and related systems. We need someone who can read construction drawings, work safely and productively with limited supervision, and consistently deliver quality craftsmanship. This is a full-time field position with standard daytime hours, Monday through Friday.

Responsibilities:

The basic responsibilities of the Commercial Electrician include but are not limited to the following:

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  Install, maintain, and repair electrical systems in commercial buildings and facilities.

  
  
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  Bend and install EMT, IMC, and rigid conduit.

  
  
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  Install conductors, panels, lighting, devices, branch circuits, and related electrical equipment.

  
  
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  Read and interpret electrical drawings, blueprints, specifications, and technical diagrams.

  
  
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  Perform layout, rough-in, trim-out, testing, and troubleshooting of commercial electrical systems.

  
  
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  Ensure all work meets or exceeds NEC requirements, local building codes, and Egan quality standards.

  
  
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  Follow established safety procedures and prioritize safety on every jobsite.

  
  
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  Coordinate with foremen, project managers, customers, facility personnel, and other trades to complete work safely and efficiently.

  
  

Career Development Opportunities

Commercial electricians interested in expanding their careers will have opportunities to gain experience with industrial electrical systems, motor controls, VFDs, PLC and HMI hardware, automation systems, and manufacturing environments through hands-on work, training, and mentoring.

Position Requirements

Education, Training, Skills, and Licensing Requirements

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  Commercial electrical experience required; industrial experience is not required.

  
  
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  Ability to communicate effectively with customers and work collaboratively within a team.

  
  
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  Commitment to working safely and following all company and jobsite safety requirements.

  
  
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  Valid North Carolina Electrical license preferred, but not required.

  
  

Working Conditions

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  Work is performed primarily in active commercial construction sites and occupied commercial facilities. You may be exposed to noise, dust, and varying temperatures depending on the project phase.

  
  
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  Ability to stand, walk, kneel, and crouch for extended periods while installing conduit, wiring, devices, and electrical equipment.

  
  
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  Ability to lift, carry, and push/pull tools and materials weighing up to 50 lbs.

  
  
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  Precise fine-motor skills required for terminating conductors, installing devices, and working within electrical panels and equipment.

  
  
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  Comfort working at heights using ladders, aerial lifts, and scaffolding.

  
  
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  Required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including hard hats, safety glasses, steel-toed boots, and arc-flash protection as dictated by the task and OSHA standards.

  
  

Right-to-Work

As a contractor in North Carolina, we fully support Right-to-Work laws. Union membership is optional and is not a condition of employment. All employees, regardless of membership status, receive the full hourly rate and employer-paid benefits negotiated under our Collective Bargaining Agreement.

At Egan, you'll be part of a team that shares a passion for redefining the industry by setting a new standard of customer care. Together, we'll promote teamwork, embrace innovation, act with integrity, pursue growth, and prioritize safety. You'll have the opportunity to grow and develop in a company committed to providing the growth and success you're looking for, both for yourself and for the customers you serve. You'll love being part of success shaped by the strength of our team, which is enhanced by:

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  Solid history as a legacy leader in specialty contracting and system integration for over 80 years

  
  
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  Private ownership and operations by employees who work in the company (not a holding company or private equity firm)

  
  
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  Engaging leadership who prioritizes your safety, your development, and your impact

  
  
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  A proven track record of employee retention and loyalty

  
  

With over 1,000 employees occupying our offices and work sites in Minnesota and North Carolina, we aim to ensure every project is done with quality craftsmanship, integrity, and an aggressive commitment to safety. In fact, we're proud to be recognized as one of America's Safest Companies for recurring years.

Egan Company will not discriminate against or harass any employee or application for employment because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation), disability, age, genetic information (including family medical history), veteran status, marital status, familial status, local human rights commission activity, or status with regard to public assistance.

We do not accept application materials by mail or email except as a reasonable accommodation for qualified disabled applicants. Individuals who are unable to use our online process due to a disability should email recruiting@eganco.com.

Creating and maintaining a safe and drug-free working environment is important to all of us. Employment with Egan may require successful completion of a pre-employment drug screening. We also participate in E-Verify.