Electrical Service Technician/ Special Projects Technician

Hi Power Electric

Denver (CO)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 100,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Company vehicle, gas card, phone

Continuing education

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Hi Power Electric is seeking an experienced Electrical Service Technician to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain electrical systems across residential, commercial, and industrial settings. The role balances day‑to‑day service work with longer‑term special projects like panel upgrades and tenant improvements.

Ideal candidates are licensed journeymen in Colorado who solve problems independently, communicate clearly with customers, and manage multiple service calls while meeting NEC and local code

Qualifications

Active Journeyman Electrician license in Colorado and in good standing.
4+ years of electrical experience across residential, commercial and industrial service.
Strong knowledge of NEC and local codes applicable to the work.
Ability to read blueprints, one-lines, and wiring schematics.
Valid driver’s license with clean driving record.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair electrical systems including panels, breakers, and lighting.
Perform service calls independently, including after‑hours or on‑call work.
Conduct preventive maintenance and code‑compliance corrections.
Install and upgrade electrical equipment such as EV chargers and generators.
Lead or assist apprentices on projects and ensure NEC compliance.
Coordinate with customers, inspectors, and general contractors on scope and scheduling.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Blueprints reading

Problem solving

Independent worker

Time management

Education

Active Colorado Journeyman Electrician license

Tools

Motor controls

PLCs

EV charging systems

Job description

Company Overview

Hi Power Electric is a premier electrical contracting firm with a proven reputation for delivering high-quality, timely, and cost-effective solutions across every commercial, residential, and multi-family projects we take on.

Position Summary

The Electrical Service Technician / Special Projects Technician performs troubleshooting, repair, maintenance, and installation of electrical systems for our residential / commercial / industrial customers, while also taking a lead role on non‑routine assignments such as panel upgrades, retrofits, tenant improvements, and other special projects. This role is ideal for a licensed journeyman electrician who is a hands‑on problem solver, works well independently on service calls, communicates clearly with customers, and can shift between day‑to‑day service work and longer‑term project work.

Key Responsibilities

Electrical Service & Maintenance

Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair electrical systems including panels, breakers, branch circuits, lighting, receptacles, motors, controls, and low‑voltage systems.
Perform service calls independently, including occasional after‑hours or emergency/on‑call work.
Conduct preventive maintenance, electrical inspections, and code‑compliance corrections.
Install, replace, and upgrade electrical equipment such as panels, transformers, disconnects, lighting fixtures, EV chargers, and generators.
Complete accurate service reports, work orders, material lists, and permit documentation using [company software/system].
Maintain company vehicle, tools, test equipment, and parts inventory.

Special Projects

Plan and execute non‑routine work such as service upgrades, panel changeouts, tenant buildouts, equipment installations, lighting retrofits, and control system upgrades.
Read and interpret blueprints, one‑line diagrams, wiring schematics, and specifications.
Perform load calculations, develop material lists, and assist with estimating and job scoping.
Coordinate with management, inspectors, general contractors, other trades, and customers on scheduling and scope.
Lead or assist apprentices and helpers on project work; verify work meets NEC and local code requirements.
See projects through inspection, completion, and customer sign‑off.

Customer Service & Safety

Serve as a professional, courteous representative of the company at customer sites.
Explain diagnoses, repairs, options, and recommendations to customers in clear, non‑technical terms.
Follow all company, OSHA, and NFPA 70E safety standards, including lockout/tagout, arc‑flash protection, and proper PPE use.
Identify and communicate opportunities for additional service, upgrades, or replacements.

Qualifications

Required

Active Journeyman Electrician license in Colorado (must be current and in good standing).
4+ years of electrical experience, including residential / commercial / industrial service work.
Strong working knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC) and local codes.
Proven troubleshooting skills on single‑phase and three‑phase systems.
Ability to read blueprints, one‑lines, and wiring schematics.
Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
Ability to work independently, manage time across multiple service calls, and pass a background check and drug screen.

Preferred

Experience with motor controls, PLCs, generators, EV charging, fire alarm, solar.
Estimating or lead/foreman experience.
OSHA 10/30 certification.
Basic computer skills (work order software, email, mobile apps).

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. regularly and work in varied environments (attics, crawl spaces, mechanical rooms, outdoors, heights, confined spaces).
Frequent standing, bending, kneeling, climbing ladders, and working from lifts or scaffolding.
Daily travel to job sites within service area.
Participation in on‑call rotation [edit as applicable].

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