Electrical Technician I

inchargeenergy; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching contribution

health, dental, and vision

paid jury duty

paid holidays

generous vacation

paid sick leave

opportunities for advancement

office meals and snacks

team building events

Job summary

InCharge Energy seeks an Electrical Technician I to support customer service at the local branch office. The role involves running conduit, wiring, diagnosing electrical issues, and performing scheduled maintenance while traveling regionally to deliver turnkey solutions.

You will work under the Service Manager to ensure safety and high-quality field installations. The position emphasizes hands‑on electrical work, use of testing instruments, and learning EV charging workflows.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of electrical construction experience in commercial/industrial settings.
• OSHA 10 Card required or ability to obtain within 120 days of hire.
• Electrical trainee card.
• Associate's degree or higher in an applicable technical field is desirable.
• Commercial Driver's license or ability to obtain is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Work solo or in team settings.
• Understand voltage, current, resistance, and power (120V/240V).
• Use multimeters, clamp meters, and testing instruments.
• Perform ballast/driver replacements, lamp swaps, and lighting maintenance.
• Replace receptacles, switches, and related components.
• Troubleshoot 120V and 240V circuits to resolve issues.
• Learn electrical fundamentals and safety practices.
• Run conduit, pull wire, and make terminations 120V.
• Install breakers, label circuits, and balance loads.
• Mount fixtures, outlets, switches, and panels.
• Shadow senior techs to learn EV charging systems and field workflows.
• Assist with EPC-related field activities and installation tasks.
• Represent the company with professionalism at client locations.

Skills

Electrical fundamentals

Troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Team collaboration

Customer service

Education

Electrical trainee card

OSHA 10 Card

Tools

Multimeter

Clamp meter

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

The Opportunity

InCharge Energy is seeking an Electrical Technician I to support the service needs of its customers. The technician will work at the local branch InCharge Office, reporting to the Service Manager. Key aspects of the work include running conduit, wiring and installation, diagnosing and repairing trouble with electrical infrastructure in addition to handling regularly scheduled maintenance. The role requires significant regional travel with a focus on ensuring a timely and customer-centered turnkey delivery experience. Key objectives include maintaining safety standards and timely completion of high-quality field installation work, and field support.

What You'll Do

• Work in both solo and team settings
• Understanding voltage, current, resistance, and power. 120v and 240v
• Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, and testing instruments (multimeters, clamp meters)
• Perform ballast and driver replacements, lamp swaps, and other lighting maintenance tasks
• Conduct hands-on electrical work, including replacing receptacles, switches, and related components
• Basic troubleshooting skills for 120V and 240V circuits to identify and resolve issues
• Learn electrical fundamentals, including voltage, current, resistance, and power
• Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, and testing instruments (multimeters, clamp meters)
• Wiring & Connections: Running conduit, pulling wire, making terminations 120v
• Troubleshooting: Diagnosing electrical faults and performing repairs
• Panel Work: Installing breakers, labeling circuits, and understanding load balancing
• Installation: Mounting fixtures, outlets, switches, and electrical panels
• Shadow and assist experienced technicians in the field to learn EV charging systems, workflows, troubleshooting techniques, and best practices in customer service delivery
• Support two-person work assignments and EPC-related field activities through hands‑on assistance with installation and maintenance tasks
• Represent the company at client locations with the highest standards of professional conduct
• Participate in training courses for Solar, Battery and EV products

Your Experience and Capabilities

• 0-2 years of electrical construction experience in commercial/industrial settings
• Electrical trainee card
• OSHA 10 Card required or ability to obtain in 120 days of hire
• Associate's degree or higher in an applicable technical field is desirable
• ASE or other applicable certifications are desirable
• Commercial Driver's license or ability to obtain is highly desirable
• Excellent client-facing and internal communication skills
• Proficiency with Procore, or equivalent software a plus
• Ability to Travel 25-50%

US Hourly Range $28 - $33 USD

What We Offer

Full-time employees enjoy competitive compensation and benefits package including

• 401(k) matching contribution
• health, dental, and vision
• paid jury duty
• paid holidays
• generous vacation
• paid sick leave
• opportunities for advancement
• office meals and snacks
• team building events and activities throughout the year

Equal Opportunity Employer

Employment at InCharge Energy is based solely upon individual merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. We strictly prohibit unlawful discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, veteran status, national origin, ancestry, pregnancy status, sex, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, mental or physical disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, or any other characteristics protected by law. We also make reasonable accommodations to meet our obligations under laws protecting the rights of the disabled.

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