Journeyman Electrician - Tohono O'odham Ki Ki Association : Job Details

Job Title: Journeyman ElectricianDepartment: Maintenance and ConstructionReports To: Maintenance SupervisorFLSA Status: Non-ExemptLocation: Tohono O'odham Ki:Ki Association, Sells, ArizonaSummaryThe Journeyman Electrician is responsible for the installation, maintenance, repair, and connection of complete electrical systems for residential units and TOKA-owned facilities. This position ensures all electrical work complies with the National Electrical Code (NEC), Arizona state licensing regulations, and local codes applicable within the Tohono O'odham Nation.Compensation & BenefitsThis full-time position offers a competitive salary and robust benefits package:

• 16 Paid Holidays
• 100% Employer-Paid Insurance for Employees & 65% for Dependents: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, and Hospital Plan
• 401(k): 100% Match up to 10% of Salary, plus 3% Discretionary Profit Sharing
• Daily Shuttle Service: Round-trip transportation from Tucson to Sells, AZ

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair electrical wiring, equipment, appliances, fixtures, and systems in residential and community buildings
• Diagnose and troubleshoot electrical issues using test equipment and hand tools
• Ensure compliance with the NEC, IRC, and local electrical codes
• Interpret blueprints, circuit diagrams, and building plans
• Test electrical systems using ohmmeters, voltmeters, and other diagnostic tools
• Plan layout and installation of electrical wiring and related systems
• Direct and train assistants or apprentices as needed
• Install and connect electrical panels, circuit breakers, switches, outlets, lighting, transformers, and ground leads
• Perform conduit work including bending, cutting, and installing MC cable or tubing through walls, floors, and ceilings
• Generate material take-offs and provide sketches for job planning and supplies
• Operate hand and power tools, lifts, ladders, and scaffolding
• Work in both indoor and outdoor environments, sometimes in high or confined spaces
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Minimum 8 years of residential or commercial electrical experience
• Extensive knowledge of current IRC and NEC Codes
• Previous experience working on tribal housing or federal construction projects preferred

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Current Journeyman Electrician License (Issued by Arizona Registrar of Contractors or equivalent)
• Certified Electrician in the State of Arizona
• Valid Arizona Driver's License with an acceptable driving record

Skills & Competencies

• Installation and repair of electrical systems
• Reading and interpreting blueprints, diagrams, and technical documents
• Troubleshooting and root-cause analysis
• Equipment and materials selection
• Time management and ability to prioritize tasks
• Active listening and clear communication
• Basic math, algebra, and geometry
• Leadership and mentoring of apprentices
• Familiarity with safety regulations and procedures

Physical Demands

• Must be able to lift or move up to 50 lbs
• Frequent standing, walking, climbing, stooping, kneeling, and working from heights
• Visual abilities required include depth perception, peripheral vision, color vision, and close focus

Work Environment

• Exposure to outdoor weather, extreme heat, electrical hazards, moving equipment, and confined spaces
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is required
• Noise levels may vary from moderate to high

Indian PreferencePreference in filling vacancies will be given to qualified Native American applicants in accordance with the Indian Preference Act (Title 25 U.S.C. Sections 472 and 473) and the Indian Self-Determination Act (Public Law 93-638), provided appropriate documentation is submitted.Equal Opportunity EmployerThe Tohono O'odham Ki:Ki Association is an Equal Opportunity Employer. No applicant will be denied employment based on race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected status.