Journeyman Electrician - Aerial Utility Construction

Five Star Infrastructure Services provides turnkey utility construction services founded on safety, quality, and the ability to adapt to our customers' needs. As a value-added contractor, we deliver customized infrastructure solutions while maintaining the highest standards of safety, workmanship, and customer service. With over 1,800 employees, our team is committed to safely completing projects while building long-term relationships with our customers and communities.

Five Star Infrastructure Services is seeking an experienced Union Journeyman Electrician specializing in aerial utility construction to support overhead electric distribution and utility infrastructure projects.

The Journeyman Electrician will be responsible for installing, maintaining, repairing, and upgrading overhead electrical distribution systems while ensuring all work is completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with applicable electrical codes, utility specifications, and company standards.

This position requires extensive knowledge of overhead electrical systems, distribution equipment, electrical safety procedures, and utility construction practices. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong technical expertise, leadership, and a commitment to safety and quality.

• Install, maintain, repair, and upgrade overhead electrical distribution systems.
• Perform aerial electrical construction and maintenance activities on utility poles and associated infrastructure.
• Install and maintain conductors, transformers, switches, insulators, crossarms, and other overhead electrical equipment.
• Perform electrical line construction, reconductoring, and distribution system upgrades.
• Operate bucket trucks, aerial lifts, and other utility construction equipment.
• Climb utility poles when required and perform work at elevated heights.
• Read and interpret utility construction drawings, electrical schematics, blueprints, and work orders.
• Identify electrical hazards and implement appropriate safety procedures before beginning work.
• Follow applicable OSHA regulations, National Electrical Safety Code (NESC) requirements, utility specifications, and company policies.
• Perform work in accordance with established union agreements and customer requirements.
• Coordinate with supervisors, crew members, utility representatives, and other contractors.
• Assist with troubleshooting electrical distribution systems and identifying equipment or infrastructure deficiencies.
• Ensure tools, equipment, and materials are maintained and used properly.
• Complete required work documentation, safety reports, and project records.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Provide technical guidance and support to apprentices and other crew members as needed.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

• Journeyman-level experience in overhead electric utility construction or distribution.
• Completion of a recognized electrical apprenticeship program or equivalent journeyman qualification.
• Strong knowledge of overhead electrical distribution systems and utility construction practices.
• Familiarity with applicable electrical safety standards, including OSHA and NESC.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical construction drawings and utility specifications.
• Experience working with transformers, conductors, switches, and overhead distribution equipment.
• Ability to operate bucket trucks, aerial lifts, and other utility construction equipment.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a construction crew.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to travel and work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

• Ability to perform strenuous physical work for extended periods.
• Ability to climb utility poles and work at elevated heights.
• Ability to lift and carry materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds or more.
• Ability to work in confined spaces or elevated work areas when required.
• Ability to work outdoors in extreme temperatures and varying weather conditions.
• Ability to safely operate or work around heavy equipment and electrical construction machinery.
• Ability to maintain physical coordination and balance while performing aerial utility work.

• Demonstrate a strong commitment to workplace safety and electrical hazard prevention.
• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and jobsite requirements.
• Participate in safety meetings, job briefings, and required training.
• Properly utilize personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Maintain awareness of electrical hazards, including energized equipment and minimum approach distances.
• Report unsafe conditions, incidents, and near misses immediately.
• Follow established procedures for grounding, isolation, and energized work when applicable.

This position involves outdoor utility construction work in various weather conditions and may require extended hours, overtime, emergency response, and travel depending on project requirements.

Employees may work around energized electrical equipment, heavy machinery, aerial lifts, and other utility construction hazards.