Electrical Service Technician

Strada Services; Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Health, Dental, Vision Insurance

EAP

Life Insurance & AD&D

Educational Assistance

401(k) Program

Job summary

Strada Services in Montgomery, AL is seeking a Residential Electrical Service Technician to troubleshoot and diagnose electrical problems in single-family and multi-family dwellings, adhering to the NEC and local codes while delivering reliable, respectful service.

You will work with homeowners to estimate materials, coordinate with apprentices, and document work with before/after photos; a flexible schedule and safe, diligent approach are essential to success.

Qualifications

• Experience wiring, diagnosing and repairing residential electrical systems.
• Knowledge of NEC standards and local codes relevant to residential work.
• Ability to estimate materials and labor, and communicate with customers.
• Experience leading apprentices and documenting work with photos.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and diagnose electrical problems in residential structures.
• Perform repairs or replacements following NEC and manufacturer guidelines.
• Work from ladders and lifts to install or repair wiring and fixtures.
• Provide sketches and cost estimates for materials and services.
• Explain issues and upgrades to homeowners and assist in decision making.
• Guide customers to informed buying decisions and document work.
• Communicate with customers, officials and office staff.

Skills

Clean driving record

Background check

Flexible schedule

Read diagrams

NEC calculations

Lead apprentices

Work ethic

Time management

Safe practices

Service Titan Trade Software

Document work photos

Estimate & invoice

Shadow on job

Education

3+ years residential electrical wiring

FEAT or electrical apprenticeship training

Journeyman certification

Bilingual is a plus

Tools

Service Titan Trade Software

Job description

Job Summary

The Residential Electrical Service Technician will troubleshoot and diagnose electrical problems on the structural wiring of single-family homes and multi-family properties accurately and efficiently while adhering to the National Electrical Code, State and Local building Code standards, along with upholding the Strada Services Brand Promise of delivering professional, responsive services with uncompromising reliability, respect, and value to our customers.

Description

The Residential Electrical Service Technician will troubleshoot and diagnose electrical problems on the structural wiring of single-family homes and multi-family properties accurately and efficiently while adhering to the National Electrical Code, State and Local building Code standards, along with upholding the Strada Services Brand Promise of delivering professional, responsive services with uncompromising reliability, respect, and value to our customers.

Duties / Responsibilities

• Inspect, identify hazards or defects, troubleshoot, and diagnose electrical problems on structural wiring, service equipment, receptacles, switches, and light fixtures.
• Perform repairs or replace per manufacture recommendations while adhering to the National Electrical Code standards, recommended practices, and guides.
• Work from ladders, scaffolds, and scissor lifts to install, maintain or repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures.
• Provide preliminary sketches and cost estimates for materials and services.
• Engage with homeowners to inform them of issues and needed repairs, replacement, or appropriate upgrades to be completed at that time or at a schedule time.
• Lead customers to informed and confident buying decisions.
• Effectively communicate with all customers, building officials and internal office support staff.

Required Skills / Abilities

• Must have clean driving record (No more than 3 points in 12 months)
• Must pass Background check and pre-employment drug test
• Able to work a flexible schedule which may include nights and weekends.
• Ability to read technical diagrams of equipment, controls, and blueprints.
• Ability to solve basic math problems as it applies to the NEC Calculations.
• Ability to direct Electrical Apprentices assign to you as needed for work scope.
• Excellent work ethic and willingness to learn new methods.
• Detail- oriented with excellent time management skills.
• Demonstrate Safe working practices and methods.
• Ability to navigate the use of company provided electronic tablet.
• Document work completed with before and after photos.
• Accurately estimate and invoice repairs.
• Position requires on job shadowing and learning while adhering to workplace procedures using Service Titan Trade Software.

Education / Experience

• 3+ years of residential electrical wiring, repair and troubleshooting all aspects of the Electrical System preferred.
• FEAT or other Electrical Apprenticeship Training preferred.
• Journeyman's certification preferred.
• Bilingual is a plus.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods standing, crawling, and climbing ladders up to 24'
• Ability to lift to fifty pounds without additional man-power or mechanical device.
• Ability to work in outside environments of heat & cold safely, including attics and crawl spaces.
• Report to work well- groomed in appearance and maintain clean uniform.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay Rates, paid EVERY Friday
• Opportunities for Advancement
• Paid Time Off (PTO) – Start accruing on Day 1!
• Comprehensive Benefits Package available 1st of the month after 30 days, including: Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Life Insurance and AD&D
• Company-Paid Basic Life Insurance for ALL Employees
• Educational Assistance
• 401(k) Program

Strada Services is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.