Journeyman Electrician at Empire Electric Maintenance – Glenwood Landing, New York

Build Your Electrical Career with Stability - Join Empire Electric Maintenance as a Journeyman Electrician!

Position Title: Journeyman Electrician
Company Name: Empire Electric Maintenance
Pay Range: $30-$40+ per hour + year-end bonus
Employment Type: Full-Time
Industry: Electrical / Controls (Residential, Commercial)
Location: Long Island, NY

Job Overview
Empire Electric Maintenance is actively hiring Journeyman Electricians to join our growing field operations team. We're looking for experienced professionals who are ready to grow with us, take ownership of their work, and contribute to high-quality electrical installations across commercial, industrial, and government projects. If you're reliable, technically skilled, and looking for a long-term career opportunity with a company that truly values its people-this is the role for you.

Who We Are
Empire Electric Maintenance is a dynamic and expanding electrical contractor known for precision, professionalism, and people-first values. With a strong presence across residential, commercial, and government projects, we're committed to training our team, retaining talent, and fostering growth from within. Empire is more than a workplace-it's where careers are built and contributions are celebrated.

Learn more at www.empireelectric.co

Key Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair electrical wiring, fixtures, and equipment

• Read blueprints, schematics, and technical diagrams to plan electrical layouts

• Troubleshoot electrical systems and perform corrective repairs

• Conduct inspections and testing to identify hazards or defects

• Perform preventive maintenance on wiring, circuits, panels, and devices

• Work with conduit systems (bend, install, and pull wire)

• Use electrical tools and testing devices to diagnose and maintain systems

• Respond to electrical emergencies and ensure on-site safety for all personnel

• Maintain compliance with NEC standards and OSHA safety requirements

• Keep accurate job records and maintain communication with team leads

• 5+ years relevant electrical experience (residential/industrial/commercial preferred)

• High School diploma or GED

• Working knowledge of NEC, electrical theory, and standard safety procedures

• Proficiency with high-voltage three-phase circuits, transformers, and switchgear

• Ability to read blueprints and technical drawings

• Valid driver's license and clean driving record

• Must have own basic hand tools

• Lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly

• Stand, walk, climb, bend, stoop, kneel, and squat for 8+ hours daily

• Work in both indoor and outdoor environments with exposure to weather, dust, noise, and vibration

• Good vision and hearing (natural or corrected)

• Must be able to work in varying temperature and environmental conditions

• Weekly Pay Cycle

• Year-End Bonus

• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick Leave, Holidays)

• Paid Parental Leave

• Paid Training and Certifications

• Personal Tool Replacement Program

• Company Uniforms Provided

• Retirement Savings Plan

• Wellness Programs

• Employee Recognition & Rewards

• Company Events and Outings

• Opportunities to work on Prevailing Wage Projects

• Full-Time: Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM start

• Overtime, evenings, and weekends may be required based on project needs

• Onsite job locations within Empire Electric Maintenance's project regions

• Occasional travel may be required (company vehicle provided if applicable)