Director of Operations and Electrical Services

VASL; Rutherford (TN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare and 401(k) match

Paid vacation and holidays

Opportunities for future equity participation

Job summary

A leading electrical services company is seeking a Director of Operations to enhance growth and operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will lead teams in residential and commercial projects, implement strategic plans, and foster customer relationships. This pivotal role requires strong leadership skills plus familiarity with operational software like ServiceTitan. Competitive salary, bonuses, and benefits provided.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years in a supervisory or General Manager role.
• Proven experience leading teams in both new residential construction and service work.
• Exceptional communication skills to manage relationships.

Responsibilities

• Create and execute visions for the company's growth and operational efficiency.
• Oversee and lead electricians in residential and commercial work.
• Develop and grow the company's service arms.

Skills

Leadership

Operational Efficiency

Customer Relationship Management

Team Development

Strategic Planning

Education

Qualified Agent on electrical contractor’s license in Tennessee

Tools

ServiceTitan

EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System)

Job description

Overview: We are seeking a dynamic, forward-thinking Director of Operations and Electrical Services to lead and shape the operational and cultural evolution of our business. This is a pivotal role for someone ready to take ownership of driving operational growth, improving efficiency, and building a thriving, modernized organization. The ideal candidate will be a strong leader with experience in both new residential construction and residential/commercial service work, with a proven track record of setting and achieving operational and strategic goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Create and execute both short- and long-term visions for the company's growth and operational efficiency.
• Oversee and lead electricians in both new residential construction and residential/commercial service work.
• Implement KPIs to track and drive improvements in operational performance and growth.

Drive Customer Relationships & Business Growth:

• Serve as the primary relationship manager for existing customers in the new construction side of the business.
• Develop and grow the residential and commercial service arms of the company.
• Ensure projects meet high-quality standards, deadlines, and budget expectations.

Technology Implementation:

• Take a lead role in digitalizing the business, including implementing and utilizing project management and operational software (e.g., ServiceTitan or similar).
• Collaborate with the leadership team to modernize processes and enhance communication across teams.

Team Leadership & Talent Development:

• Build and maintain a robust talent pipeline of electricians, with experience in recruiting, hiring, and training.
• Lead and inspire electricians across the organization, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and high performance.
• Establish a scalable talent acquisition strategy, leveraging systems like EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System) where applicable.

Strategic Planning & Execution:

• Partner with leadership to implement a strategic vision for company growth and cultural transformation.
• Develop and execute plans to enhance both new construction operations and service divisions.

Qualifications:

• Has achieved all necessary testing results and qualifications to serve as the Qualified Agent on an electrical contractor’s license in Tennessee (or willingness to achieve them prior to hiring).
• Minimum of 2 years in a supervisory or General Manager role.
• Proven experience leading teams in both new residential construction and residential/commercial service work.
• Strong background in setting, achieving, and surpassing KPIs.
• Familiarity with ServiceTitan or similar operational software is required.
• Experience implementing EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System) is a significant plus.
• Exceptional communication skills and the ability to manage relationships with customers, electricians, and leadership.

Desired Attributes:

• Visionary thinker with a demonstrated ability to plan and execute strategies for growth and efficiency.
• Technology-driven leader eager to embrace modern tools and systems.
• Collaborative leader who thrives on developing and empowering teams.
• Experienced in fostering a strong, performance-oriented company culture.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Competitive salary and bonus based on experience.
• Healthcare and 401(k) match.
• Paid vacation and holidays.
• Opportunities for future equity participation.

Why Join Us? This is a rare opportunity to lead a company at a transformative moment, making a lasting impact on its operations, culture, and growth. You’ll work alongside a committed leadership team to modernize and expand the business while preserving the values that have driven its success for over five decades.

We also offer a semi-annual bonus, equity, a relocation bonus (if applicable), and a professional development budget.

VASL is managing the hiring process on behalf of our client. We do not charge anything from applicants at any stage. Successful candidates will be working directly with the client.