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Laukoa

Journeyman Electrician

Panama City, FL

$23.29/hr

... trades. Journeyman Electrician * / Summary of Duties: Performs the full range of electrical ... building plans and engineering drawings * Skill with hand tools, portable power tools, and ...

LAUKOA

Journeyman Electrician

Panama City, FL · On-site

$23.29/hr

... trades. Journeyman Electrician * / Summary of Duties: Performs the full range of electrical ... building plans and engineering drawings * Skill with hand tools, portable power tools, and ...

Laukoa

Journeyman Electrician

Panama City, FL · On-site

$23.29/hr

... trades. Journeyman Electrician * / Summary of Duties: Performs the full range of electrical ... building plans and engineering drawings * Skill with hand tools, portable power tools, and ...

Sedgwick County

Building Inspector I - MABCD

Wichita, KS · On-site

$45K/yr

Five years of experience in the construction industry with a Contractor's license or Other Trade Certificate (journeyman or master). Become Certified by ICC as a building inspector within 12 months ...

Sedgwick County

Building Inspector I - MABCD

Wichita, KS · On-site

$45K/yr

Five years of experience in the construction industry with a Contractor's license or Other Trade Certificate (journeyman or master). Become Certified by ICC as a building inspector within 12 months ...

University of Alaska

Crafts & Trades 2 (CT2)

Palmer, AK · On-site

$29.73/hr

Responsibilities include preventive and corrective maintenance of building systems and equipment ... Journeyman level or equivalent certification in a specialized field, including but not limited to ...

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As of Aug 24, 2026, the average hourly pay for building trades journeyman in the United States is $25.13, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $22.36 and $27.40 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a building trades journeyman?

Building trades journeymen are skilled workers who have completed extensive training, typically through an apprenticeship program, in a specific construction trade such as carpentry, plumbing, electrical work, or masonry. They possess the knowledge, experience, and qualifications necessary to perform their trade independently and often supervise apprentices. Journeymen work on a variety of construction projects, ensuring that tasks are completed safely and to industry standards. Their expertise is essential to the successful completion of residential, commercial, and industrial building projects.

What does a building trades journeyman do?

As a Building Trades Journeyman, you can expect to work on a variety of tasks such as installing, repairing, or maintaining structural elements like walls, floors, and roofs, as well as fixtures and systems specific to your trade (e.g., carpentry, plumbing, or electrical). Projects may range from new construction to renovations and maintenance in both residential and commercial settings. You'll often collaborate with other tradespeople, project managers, and apprentices to ensure work is completed efficiently and safely. Problem-solving and adapting to changing site conditions are common parts of the daily routine.

What skills and qualifications does a building trades journeyman need?

To thrive as a Building Trades Journeyman, you need in-depth knowledge of construction practices, mastery of one or more skilled trades (such as carpentry, plumbing, or electrical), and completion of an apprenticeship or equivalent certification. Experience with specialized tools, blueprints, safety protocols, and relevant trade licenses are typically required. Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective teamwork set top professionals apart in this field. These skills are essential for ensuring quality workmanship, maintaining safety, and efficiently delivering successful projects.

What is the difference between Building Trades Journeyman vs Electrician?

AspectBuilding Trades JourneymanElectrician
CredentialsApprenticeship completion, journeyman licenseApprenticeship, journeyman license, electrical certifications
Work EnvironmentConstruction sites, renovation projects, commercial and residential buildingsElectrical systems installation, maintenance, and repair in various settings
Employer & Industry UsageConstruction companies, general contractors, union and non-union shopsElectrical contractors, industrial facilities, residential and commercial projects

Building Trades Journeymen and Electricians both require apprenticeship training and journeyman licensing. While Building Trades Journeymen work across various construction trades, Electricians specialize in electrical systems. Both roles are essential in construction projects, often overlapping in work environments, but Electricians focus specifically on electrical work, requiring specialized certifications.

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Infographic showing various Building Trades Journeyman job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 85% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 76% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 22% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $52,264 per year, or $25.1 per hour.

Chesapeake Career Center-Teacher-Building Trades

Chesapeake Public Schools

Chesapeake, VA • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 20 days ago

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6.7

Company rating: 6.7 out of 10

Based on 22 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

336th of 635 rated elementary and secondary schools

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Chesapeake Public Schools
JOB DESCRIPTION
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this job description.
BUILDING TRADES INSTRUCTOR
Department: Chesapeake Career Center
Pay Grade: TCH
FLSA Status: Exempt
GENERAL PURPOSE
This teaching position provides direct instruction and supervision of high school students in the area of Building Trades. This program is a Virginia Department of Education-approved Career Technical Education program designed to meet a rigorous set of competencies that will prepare students with the skills and knowledge to either enter the workforce or transition successfully into a post-secondary education program in Building Trades or a related field.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
  • Instructs students in basic and advanced skills in:
    • Masonry
    • Carpentry
    • Electricity
    • Plumbing
  • Develop and follow an appropriate course syllabus for each course taught.
  • Develop content-related and appropriate instruction based on national, state and local curricula through a combination of classroom and laboratory experiences. Develop and execute lesson plans that lead toward student achievement of competencies in the area of Building Trades.
  • Develop and update, as needed, the curriculum for the program.
  • Present subject matter to students, utilizing a variety of methods and techniques, such as lectures, discussions or demonstrations; ensures use of classroom time is organized and that instruction and clean-up (if applicable) can be
  • accomplished within the allotted time.
  • Assist students, individually or in groups, with lesson assignments to present or reinforce learning concepts; responds to basic student questions; may initiate study groups in preparations for examinations.
  • Develop and enforces classroom protocols, rules and regulations; maintain classroom discipline; utilize effective classroom management techniques.
  • Provides a classroom environment that promotes active learning in the subject area.
  • Communicates responsibly with students, parents, colleagues, administration, and community members.
  • Manages and maintains program facilities and equipment.
  • Follows professional ethics in all work-related activities.
  • Prepare orders for the purchase of supplies, tools, equipment, and instructional materials necessary to support the learning activities.
  • Maintain inventory and repair records and ensure the safe and proper operation and maintenance of tools and equipment.
  • Remain informed of new trends, methods, materials, tools, and equipment in the Building Trades industry. Sets up and maintains all required equipment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
  • High school diploma required, Associate's Degree or Bachelor's Degree preferred;

Candidates must possess one of the following credentials issued by the Department of Professional Occupations, Board of Contractors:
Option #1:
(1) journeyman or master electrician license, or
(2) journeyman or master plumber license,
And,
  • evidence of at least two years of satisfactory full-time occupational experience within the past five years in the areas of carpentry, electricity, masonry, and plumbing, and
  • successful completion of the OSHA 510 and 500 Construction Standards trainer courses

Option #2:
  • Technology education endorsement, and
  • evidence of at least two years of satisfactory full-time occupational experience within the past five years in the areas of carpentry, electricity, masonry, and plumbing
  • successful completion of the OSHA 510 and 500 Construction Standards trainer courses
  • Experience must include reference letters of experience from any of the following: building officials, building inspectors, current or former employers, contractors, engineers, architects or current or past clients attesting to the candidates work in the trade.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Possession of or ability to acquire appropriate license(s), certificate(s), and/or endorsement(s) for position as required by the Commonwealth of Virginia and School Board.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
The instructor should possess thorough knowledge of education principles, practices and procedures; knowledge of procedures and techniques associated with construction and manufacturing duties; thorough knowledge of school division rules, regulations and procedures; the ability to prepare oral presentations and written reports; and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, students, and parents.
WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
This job requires that the employee be able to: sit, stand, walk, speak, hear, use hands, fingers, reach with hands and fingers, bend, and stoop. The job requires the employee occasionally to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Must frequently lift, push, pull or carry up to fifty (50) pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to seventy-five (75) pounds. Vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word, and conveying detailed or important instructions to others accurately, loudly, or quickly; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels, and to receive detailed information through oral communications and/or to make fine distinctions in sound; visual acuity is required for depth perception, color perception, peripheral vision, preparing and analyzing written or computer data, visual inspection involving small defects and/or small parts, use of measuring devices, assembly or fabrication of parts at or within arms length, operation of machines, operation of motor vehicles or equipment, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities; the worker is subject to inside environmental conditions. The worker may be exposed to bloodborne pathogens and may be required to wear specialized personal protective equipment.

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