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Electrician

Sundt Construction, Chester, VA, United States


Job Overview
As a 100% employee‑owned contractor, when you work at Sundt, you’re not just hiring on at a company—you’re joining a culture. Because everyone at Sundt is part‑owner, you’ll join a team of people who are deeply invested in their work. From apprentices to managers, we’re passionate about the details and deliberate in everything we do.

Job Summary
Plan, lay‑out, install, test and repair wiring, electrical fixtures, apparatus, motors, equipment and control systems in accordance with all applicable plans, specifications, codes and industry standards. Work in other crafts at levels appropriate to training and skills as requested by project supervision. Must have all necessary licenses for the jurisdiction in which the work is to be performed.

Key Responsibilities

Maintain positive working relationships with all members of the crew.

Produce high quality work, safely and productively at all times.

Provide feedback to ensure all materials, tools, equipment and information is available for the work.

Look for opportunities for improvement in all tasks, means and methods regarding the work and be willing to learn from others.

Continually seek opportunities to share knowledge and teach others.

High proficiency in all related trade mathematics.

Inspect subordinates’ work, ensure accuracy and compliance with plans and specifications, explain deficiencies and take any necessary corrective action.

Eliminate waste such as waiting, rework, transporting, material storage and time.

Lift and carry heavy items up to 50 pounds.

Minimum Job Requirements

Must have a minimum of three years (level I), four years (level II), five years (level III) and six plus years (level Sr.) experience in the industrial/commercial construction industry and have an in-depth understanding of the electrician trade.

Must be able to read and understand drawings, specifications, safety and quality standards and effectively utilize all trade tools and equipment relevant to the work.

Possess effective verbal and written communication skills.

Physical Requirements

Work up to a 12‑hour shift doing hard physical work in varying temperatures and outside conditions.

Will climb and maintain balance on steel/wood framework, stairs, ladders and scaffolds.

Will lift, push or pull objects up to 50 lbs on an occasional basis.

Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis.

Must be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures.

May reach above shoulder heights and below the waist on a frequent basis.

May stoop, kneel, or bend on an occasional basis.

Ability to wear personal protective equipment is required (steel‑toed shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, hardhat, vest, etc.).

Move in and around confined, cluttered and uneven areas.

May use telephone, computer system, email, or other electronic devices on a limited basis to communicate with internal and external customers or vendors.

Safety Level
Safety‑Sensitive. This designation indicates tasks or duties that the employer reasonably believes could affect the safety and health of the employee performing the task or others, such as operating a vehicle, operating equipment, operating machinery or power tools, repairing/maintaining the operation of any vehicle/equipment, or handling hazardous materials.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
Sundt is committed to the equal treatment of all employees, and/or applicants for employment, and prohibits discrimination based on race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, color, age, disability, national origin, covered veteran status, genetic information; or any other classification protected by applicable Federal, state, or local laws.

Benefits

Market competitive salary (paid weekly)

Bonus eligibility based on company, group, and individual performance

Employee Stock Ownership Plan & 401(k)

Industry‑leading health coverage starting your first day

Flexible time off (FTO)

Medical, health savings, and wellness credits

Flexible spending accounts

Employee assistance program

Workplace wellness programs

Mental health program

Life and disability insurance

Employee‑owner perks

Educational assistance

Sundt Foundation – charitable employee‑owner’s program

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