Field Electrician
GFT, Fife, WA, United States
What You Will Do
Field Electrician – Power System Assessments to join our Building and Places Team on an as needed basis/hourly basis in Fife, WA. This role will require frequent local travel (up to 100 miles), with possible occasional travel to project sites across the U.S.
In this role, you’ll support electrical system design and condition assessment projects for a wide range of facilities, including public, commercial, industrial, and institutional buildings. You’ll play a critical part in documenting existing system conditions, supporting electrical system studies, and ensuring that our design teams have the information needed to engineer safe and efficient power distribution systems.
Responsibilities
Perform field inspection of energized electrical equipment including panelboards, disconnects, MCCs, vaults, and transformers, generally operating at low voltage (≤480 V), with occasional work involving medium‑voltage systems (5 kV–15 kV) such as transformers, junction vaults, switches, and switchgear.
Install and remove load monitoring equipment (current transformers, data loggers, etc.) for NEC 220.87 load studies.
Collect and record electrical system data for coordination, short‑circuit, and arc‑flash studies.
Prepare field reports, photos, and one‑line markups documenting existing conditions.
Follow NFPA 70E and LOTO safety procedures at all times.
Report directly to the Project Manager and collaborate with electrical engineers and designers.
Travel within the region and occasionally to out‑of‑state projects.
Education & Experience
What You Will Bring To Our Firm
Active Washington State EL01 Journeyman Electrician License
Minimum 5+ years of experience as a journeyman electrician
Experience with public, commercial, industrial, and institutional facilities preferred
Strong understanding of the National Electrical Code (NEC) and NFPA 70E safety practices
Ability to interpret electrical plans, one‑lines, and panel schedules
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including report preparation
Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)
Compensation
The hourly range for this role is $100 – $115 per hour. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
Tax‑deferred 401(k) savings plan.
Competitive paid‑time‑off (PTO) accrual.
Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations.
Incentive compensation for eligible positions.
Location
Fife, WA
Job Details
Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Employment Status: Full‑Time
Hourly Range: $100‑$115 per hour
Salary dependent upon experience and geographic location.
GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives™ is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status or other characteristics protected by law.
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Field Electrician – Power System Assessments to join our Building and Places Team on an as needed basis/hourly basis in Fife, WA. This role will require frequent local travel (up to 100 miles), with possible occasional travel to project sites across the U.S.
In this role, you’ll support electrical system design and condition assessment projects for a wide range of facilities, including public, commercial, industrial, and institutional buildings. You’ll play a critical part in documenting existing system conditions, supporting electrical system studies, and ensuring that our design teams have the information needed to engineer safe and efficient power distribution systems.
Responsibilities
Perform field inspection of energized electrical equipment including panelboards, disconnects, MCCs, vaults, and transformers, generally operating at low voltage (≤480 V), with occasional work involving medium‑voltage systems (5 kV–15 kV) such as transformers, junction vaults, switches, and switchgear.
Install and remove load monitoring equipment (current transformers, data loggers, etc.) for NEC 220.87 load studies.
Collect and record electrical system data for coordination, short‑circuit, and arc‑flash studies.
Prepare field reports, photos, and one‑line markups documenting existing conditions.
Follow NFPA 70E and LOTO safety procedures at all times.
Report directly to the Project Manager and collaborate with electrical engineers and designers.
Travel within the region and occasionally to out‑of‑state projects.
Education & Experience
What You Will Bring To Our Firm
Active Washington State EL01 Journeyman Electrician License
Minimum 5+ years of experience as a journeyman electrician
Experience with public, commercial, industrial, and institutional facilities preferred
Strong understanding of the National Electrical Code (NEC) and NFPA 70E safety practices
Ability to interpret electrical plans, one‑lines, and panel schedules
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including report preparation
Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)
Compensation
The hourly range for this role is $100 – $115 per hour. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
Tax‑deferred 401(k) savings plan.
Competitive paid‑time‑off (PTO) accrual.
Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations.
Incentive compensation for eligible positions.
Location
Fife, WA
Job Details
Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Employment Status: Full‑Time
Hourly Range: $100‑$115 per hour
Salary dependent upon experience and geographic location.
GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives™ is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status or other characteristics protected by law.
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