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What they do
An Electrician works on electrical systems in buildings. Installs electrical wiring and lighting in new construction, and repairs or upgrade wiring, outlets or other parts of older electrical systems. Checks safety and makes installations or repairs that are in compliance with local building codes. May also specialize in electrical work required in different manufacturing industries, electrical systems for cars, plane or boats, or electrical and lighting work in the film industry.
$58,721 / year median in North Carolina
+5% projected growth
Job Description
Benefits:
Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insuranceElectrical Service Lead Electrician — Burlington, NC areaOur client, a well-established electrical contractor, is hiring a Lead Electrician for their electrical service division. This is a hands-on lead role for an experienced journeyman-level electrician who can run service calls independently, troubleshoot with confidence, and help coach the electricians and helpers around them.What you'll be doing:
Run dispatched service calls across residential, commercial, and industrial customers in a company vehicleInspect, install, repair, and maintain electrical systems, machinery, and equipment to NEC and safety codeTroubleshoot electrical issues using testing devices and perform installs from technical diagrams and specsMaintain your service vehicle inventory and process/close out service ordersCoach and direct Service Electricians and Helpers as neededCommunicate with customers professionally — you're the face of the company on every callPeriodic weekend/holiday emergency on-call rotationWhat they're looking for:5-7 years of broad journeyman-level electrician experienceStrong NEC knowledge and applicationProficient with service tools and testing devicesAble to work independently and productively within established proceduresValid driver's license, own hand tools, high school diplomaNice to have: Limited Electrical License, generator experience, motor controls, and relay logic/troubleshooting ability.
This is service work — expect ladders, crawl spaces, attics, weather, and lifting up to 100 lbs on occasion. If you're a service-minded electrician who likes variety, independence, and leading from the front, this is a strong long-term seat.