INDUSTRIAL ELECTRICIAN – TRAVEL JOURNEYMAN / LEVEL 4
Serve Electric | Short/ Long Term Travel to Job Sites – Based in Iowa
ABOUT THIS ROLE
Licensed Journeyman / Level 4 Electricians for a long-term Iowa project running approximately one year. Each candidate must hold an active license issued by the State of Iowa, or an active license from a state that Iowa recognizes on a reciprocal basis. Reciprocal states currently accepted: Alabama, Arkansas, California, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi, Nevada, North Carolina, Ohio, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, and Utah.
We're specifically looking for candidates with future Foreman potential- electricians who are ready to take ownership of a job site, lead a crew, and grow into a Foreman role. If you're a licensed Journeyman who wants to join a team that takes industrial work seriously and is invested in developing you into a leader, we want to hear from you.
Industrial experience is strongly preferred for this role. While residential and commercial electrical experience can provide a foundation, it does not fully translate to the demands of this position. We are seeking electricians with proven industrial experience-specifically in troubleshooting, large conduit and wire pulls, motor controls, 480V systems, transformers and working within industrial environments who can contribute effectively from day one.
WHAT WE OFFER
Competitive Pay based on your experience and licensure level, with a clear path upward
Full Benefits Package: Health, dental, vision, life insurance, STD/LTD, HSA
Mileage and Drive Time Paid
Per Diem and Lodging Paid
Paid Time Off
401(k) with matching
Safety-First Culture: Safety Equipment & Uniforms Provided
Real Growth Paths: this role is designed to grow with you (Foreman → Project Manager → Branch Manager)
In-House Apprenticeship Program: structured development to advance your career and licensure
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING
Directing and managing electrical work on industrial job sites, with the opportunity to step into a Foreman role
Leading and supervising crews on assigned job sites
Training and mentoring newer team members and apprentices
Inspecting installations to ensure quality and code compliance
Upholding and enforcing job site safety standards (PPE, OSHA, NEC)
Troubleshooting electrical issues from start to finish, often without complete schematics or full operator information
Reading and interpreting blueprints, rough sketches, plans, and specifications
Wiring 120V, 480V, and low voltage systems
Working with lighting, transformers, motor controls, and switchboards
Measuring, threading, bending, and running EMT and rigid conduit (½" – 4")
Sizing feeders and managing tooling requirements per job
Communicating clearly with customers, the service manager, and the team
Organizing and planning projects of varying scale
Attending job site meetings and contributing to project coordination
Conducting employee evaluations
WHAT YOU NEED TO BRING
One of the following is required:
Active Journeyman or Master Electrician license, OR
Level 4 Apprentice with a minimum of 3 years of industrial electrical experience
Plus all of the following:
Demonstrated hands-on industrial electrical experience (verifiable, not just listed as a skill)
Ability to troubleshoot from start to finish without relying on schematics or complete customer information
Proficient with 120V, 480V, and low voltage systems
Working knowledge of motor controls, transformers, lighting, and switchboards
Experience with feeder sizing requirements
Ability to measure, thread, bend, and run EMT and rigid conduit up to 4"
Strong working knowledge of NEC code
Ability to interpret blueprints, plans, drawings, and rough sketches
Comfortable working with minimal supervision
Capable of training less experienced electricians
Leadership qualities and interest in growing into a Foreman role
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Outlook, and ERP systems
Willing and able to travel to job sites
Ability to lift 50 lbs.
Valid driver's license