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Journeyman Industrial Electrician

Twin Electric Inc.

Join One of California's Growing Industrial Electrical Contractors

Twin Electric Inc. is seeking experienced Industrial Journeyman Electricians to join our team immediately. We specialize in industrial electrical construction, automation, PLC systems, controls, process equipment, food processing facilities, manufacturing plants, and heavy industrial installations throughout California.

This is NOT residential or commercial tenant improvement work.

We're looking for electricians who take pride in craftsmanship, work safely, think ahead, and want to be part of a professional team that delivers high-quality industrial installations.

If you're the kind of electrician who enjoys solving problems, building complex electrical systems, and working on projects that challenge your skills, we'd like to meet you.

What You'll Be Working On

Projects include:

• Industrial manufacturing facilities
• Food processing plants
• Process equipment installations
• PLC and automation systems
• Motor Control Centers (MCCs)
• Switchgear installations
• VFD installations
• Instrumentation
• Process controls
• Power distribution systems
• Industrial service work
• Plant shutdowns
• Equipment upgrades
• New industrial construction

Responsibilities

• Install industrial electrical systems from drawings and specifications
• Bend and install EMT, Rigid, Ocal (PVC Coated), Stainless Steel, and PVC conduit (1⁄2"–4")
• Install underground conduit systems and duct banks
• Install cable tray systems
• Pull and terminate power and control wiring
• Install and terminate motors, VFDs, instrumentation, and controls
• Install switchboards, switchgear, transformers, distribution panels, and MCCs
• Troubleshoot electrical equipment when required
• Read one-line diagrams, control schematics, panel layouts, and construction drawings
• Maintain high standards of workmanship and productivity
• Follow OSHA, NEC, GMP, and customer safety requirements
• Keep jobsites organized and professional
• Mentor apprentices and promote safe work practices

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants without industrial electrical experience will not be considered.

Required:

• Minimum 5 years of electrical construction experience
• Minimum 3 years of industrial electrical experience
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Experience reading electrical drawings and specifications
• Experience with 24VDC, 120VAC, 277VAC, and 480VAC systems
• Experience with industrial controls
• Ability to install conduit professionally
• Experience installing cable tray
• Experience operating aerial lifts and scissor lifts
• Strong troubleshooting ability
• High attention to detail

Preferred:

• California Journeyman Certification
• PLC installation experience
• Allen-Bradley experience
• Ignition SCADA experience
• Instrumentation experience
• Food processing experience
• NFPA 70E knowledge
• OSHA 30 Certification
• MSHA Certification

What We're Looking For

We're looking for professionals—not just electricians.

The ideal candidate is:

• Self-motivated
• Honest
• Reliable
• Safety-focused
• Detail-oriented
• Organized
• Positive
• Team-oriented
• Able to communicate professionally with customers and coworkers
• Willing to teach apprentices
• Takes ownership of their work
• Proud of producing quality installations

Requirements

• Valid California Driver's License with clean driving record
• Reliable transportation
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug and alcohol screening
• Willing to travel throughout California (approximately 75%)
• Willingness to work overtime and occasional weekends
• Excellent attendance
• Able to lift 50+ pounds
• Able to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Able to climb ladders, work from lifts, and perform physically demanding work

Compensation & Benefits

• $30.00–$42.00 per hour DOE
• Overtime opportunities
• 401(k)
• 401(k) Company Match
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Referral Bonus Program
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Ongoing Training

Why Twin Electric?

Twin Electric is built on craftsmanship, accountability, integrity, and teamwork.

Our electricians work on some of California's most challenging industrial electrical and automation projects. We invest in quality people, quality work, and long-term careers—not short-term labor.

If you're looking for a place where your experience is respected, your work matters, and your career can continue to grow, we'd like to talk with you.

Twin Electric Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to creating a safe, professional, and respectful workplace for every employee.