Electrical Technician I

Socket.dev; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Health, dental, vision

Paid jury duty

Paid holidays

Generous vacation and sick leave

Advancement opportunities

Office meals and snacks

Team building events

Job summary

InCharge Energy is seeking an Electrical Technician I to support service needs at the local InCharge Office. The role involves running conduit, wiring, installing, diagnosing and repairing electrical infrastructure, with frequent regional travel to deliver a safe, high-quality turnkey field experience.

Responsibilities include ballast and lamp maintenance, panel work, and assisting with EV charging system deployments, while maintaining safety standards and customer-focused service delivery.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years electrical construction experience in commercial/industrial settings.
• OSHA 10 Card required or ability to obtain within 120 days.
• Associate degree or higher in a technical field desirable.
• ASE or other applicable certifications 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%.

Responsibilities

• Work in both solo and team settings to install and service electrical systems.
• Understand voltage, current, resistance, and power for 120V and 240V circuits.
• Proficiently use hand tools, power tools, and testing instruments (multimeters, clamp meters).
• Perform ballast and driver replacements, lamp swaps, and lighting maintenance.
• Troubleshoot and repair receptacles, switches, and related components.
• Assist in installing breakers, labeling circuits, and load balancing.
• Learn EV charging systems, workflows, and customer-service best practices.

Skills

Hand tools proficiency

Electrical troubleshooting

Travel readiness

Customer-facing communication

Procore proficiency

Education

Associate degree in a technical field

ASE certification desirable

Tools

Procore

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 skillsfor 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 and 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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