JM Electrician/Wireman (Per Diem Available) at Forbes Bros. Group Of Companies in Charlotte, NC | USD35-40 | Kablio

Role

Description

equipment installation

high‑voltage wiring

panel wiring

component mounting

equipment testing

junior supervision

Installation, commissioning and maintenance of protection and control equipment in medium to high-voltage transmission substations
Work with high voltage equipment such as Circuit breakers, transformers, switches and control circuits for protection, indication and monitoring systems
Wire complete panels per drawings including back panels and wiring between devices/ components
Mount electrical components including circuit breakers, switches, transformers, relays, contactors, terminals, input/output devices and/or all other related switchgear electrical devices
Interpret blueprints, analyze test reports and recommend corrective actions
Acceptance and maintenance testing of electrical equipment
Calibrate electronic equipment and instruments, when needed
Use wire termination and component layout tools including but not limited to strippers, wire cutters, wire crimpers, screwdrivers, tee square, machinist square, tape measure, wrenches and pliers
Follow company established practices for wire termination, routing, bundles, wire harnesses and wire numbers
Supervise, mentor and train junior technicians

Requirements

journeyman

cdl

electrical installation

blueprint reading

3+ years

hand tools

Conscientious, thorough, accurate and reliable when performing and completing job tasks
Valid Journeyman certification, is required
⁠Electrical part installation such as: relays, meters, switches, etc.
Ability to read prints including: specification sheets, wiring diagrams, schematics, three-line drawings, wiring lists, and part drawings
Able and willing to present a valid CDL and acceptable drivers abstract
Minimum three (3) + years of electrical experience, is required
Demonstrated knowledge of hand, electric, air tools and some vibrating tools, is required
Able and willing to travel to various works sites as per project/job needs
Able to work effectively within the team and around other departments and their activities

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits plan
Competitive Hourly Wage ($35-$40/hour)
$150 Per Diem (project based)
Family orientated working environment
Frequent opportunity for overtime
Opportunities for career growth and development
Lives Forbes Bros. value of WE WORK SAFE & never compromising on safety in all aspects of our every day
Enrollment in 401k plan

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

candidates may be required to undergo pre-access screening.

Company

Overview

1977 Founded

Year of Establishment

The firm was established in 1977 by three brothers in Saskatchewan.

2,500+ Equipment

Specialized Fleet

Operating a fleet of over 2,500 specialized pieces of equipment.

21,000+ Projects

Total Completed

Completed over 21,000 projects across challenging terrains.

500 kV Capability

Voltage Capacity

Capable of overhead/underground transmission up to 500 kV.

Over four decades, it expanded through strategic acquisitions—RS Line, FB Timberline, FB Titan, FB Valley and 307 Power—adding depth in underground, telecom and substation services.
Primary focus on high-voltage transmission and distribution, alongside substation construction, civil underground work, EV-charging and telecom installations.
Completed projects include powerlines, substations, telecom networks and EV charging infrastructure for investor‑owned and public utilities.
Its apprenticeship program, launched in 2015, evidences commitment to building internal expertise, training foundation, wire‑stringing and equipment crews.
Operates in 26 provinces/states with 14 offices, delivering practical, reliable solutions and melding family‑business culture with large‑scale execution.
Unique identity rests in its “Orange Dot” culture—melding tight-knit accountability with expansion, ensuring every team ‘bleeds orange’.

Culture + Values

Environment + Sustainability

Inclusion & Diversity

Articles

About Us

Careers

Projects

Role

Description

equipment installation

high‑voltage wiring

panel wiring

component mounting

equipment testing

junior supervision

Installation, commissioning and maintenance of protection and control equipment in medium to high-voltage transmission substations
Work with high voltage equipment such as Circuit breakers, transformers, switches and control circuits for protection, indication and monitoring systems
Wire complete panels per drawings including back panels and wiring between devices/ components
Mount electrical components including circuit breakers, switches, transformers, relays, contactors, terminals, input/output devices and/or all other related switchgear electrical devices
Interpret blueprints, analyze test reports and recommend corrective actions
Acceptance and maintenance testing of electrical equipment
Calibrate electronic equipment and instruments, when needed
Use wire termination and component layout tools including but not limited to strippers, wire cutters, wire crimpers, screwdrivers, tee square, machinist square, tape measure, wrenches and pliers
Follow company established practices for wire termination, routing, bundles, wire harnesses and wire numbers
Supervise, mentor and train junior technicians

Requirements

journeyman

cdl

electrical installation

blueprint reading

3+ years

hand tools

Conscientious, thorough, accurate and reliable when performing and completing job tasks
Valid Journeyman certification, is required
⁠Electrical part installation such as: relays, meters, switches, etc.
Ability to read prints including: specification sheets, wiring diagrams, schematics, three-line drawings, wiring lists, and part drawings
Able and willing to present a valid CDL and acceptable drivers abstract
Minimum three (3) + years of electrical experience, is required
Demonstrated knowledge of hand, electric, air tools and some vibrating tools, is required
Able and willing to travel to various works sites as per project/job needs
Able to work effectively within the team and around other departments and their activities

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits plan
Competitive Hourly Wage ($35-$40/hour)
$150 Per Diem (project based)
Family orientated working environment
Frequent opportunity for overtime
Opportunities for career growth and development
Lives Forbes Bros. value of WE WORK SAFE & never compromising on safety in all aspects of our every day
Enrollment in 401k plan

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

candidates may be required to undergo pre-access screening.