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Journeyman Electrician – Commercial Construction

Columbia, Maryland - United States

WHO WE ARE

Bopat Electric is a trusted electrical services provider with a proud legacy dating back to 1972. We specialize in maintaining and optimizing critical electrical distribution systems, delivering reliable, safety‑first solutions across commercial, industrial, healthcare, and institutional environments.

As part of the BCES Global Group, we combine the strength of a best‑in‑class international network with the agility and expertise of a respected local team—empowering our people to do exceptional work that keeps essential systems safe, resilient, and future‑ready.

WHAT WE OFFER

  • 401K with 7% matching and immediate vesting
  • 100% employer paid benefits
  • Paid PTO
  • Career development and advancement opportunities

WHAT WE NEED

Bopat Electric is building a pipeline of licensed Commercial Journeyman Electricians for upcoming construction projects in Maryland.

We are looking for experienced electricians who enjoy hands-on commercial construction, working as part of a skilled field team, mentoring apprentices, and delivering safe, high-quality electrical installations.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

  • Perform commercial electrical installations, renovations, tenant fit-outs, and upgrades
  • Install conduit, feeders, panelboards, switchgear, transformers, lighting, and power distribution systems
  • Read and work from blueprints, electrical drawings, specifications, and one-line diagrams
  • Complete assigned work independently based on project requirements and field conditions
  • Work closely with foremen, project managers, apprentices, and other field personnel
  • Support safe, efficient, high-quality jobsite execution

WHAT YOU BRING

Required

  • Active Maryland Journeyman or Master Electrician License. (Candidates holding an equivalent license from Virginia, Delaware, Washington, D.C., or West Virginia may be considered where Maryland reciprocity applies.)
  • 4+ years of paid commercial or industrial electrical construction experience
  • Strong hands-on experience with conduit, feeders, panels, transformers, switchgear, lighting, and three-phase systems
  • Ability to read blueprints and perform work independently at the journeyman level
  • Strong knowledge of NEC requirements and commercial construction practices
  • Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
  • Ability to work overtime, weekends, and travel when project needs require

Preferred

  • OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification
  • Experience mentoring apprentices or less-experienced electricians
  • Experience on large commercial or industrial projects, including hospitals, data centers, government facilities, or similar complex environments

This posting is intended to build a pipeline for anticipated future construction needs. Timing and availability of specific opportunities may vary based on project requirements.

We will not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party agencies. Any resume submitted without prior written authorization from BCES Global will be considered the property of BCES Global and/or its operating companies, and no placement fees will be paid.

Bopat Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.

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