Electrical Technician I - EV & Solar Field Specialist

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

Job summary

InCharge Energy is seeking an Electrical Technician I to support the service needs of its customers. The technician will work at the local branch, reporting to the Service Manager, and perform wiring, conduit, installation, and field support with emphasis on safety and timely completion of high-quality work.

The role requires 0-2 years electrical construction experience, OSHA 10 or ability to obtain, and travel 25-50%. An associate’s degree or higher is desirable; CDL is highly desirable.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Procore or equivalent software a plus.
• Ability to Travel 25-50%.

Responsibilities

• Work in both solo and team settings.
• Understand 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.
• 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.

Skills

Electrical wiring

Hand tools

Testing instruments

Troubleshooting 120/240V

Panel work

Installation

EV charging systems

Customer service

Travel readiness

Education

Associate’s degree or higher in a technical field is desirable

Tools

Procore

Job description

InCharge Energy is seeking an Electrical Technician I to support the service needs of its customers. The technician will work at the local branch, reporting to the Service Manager, and perform wiring, conduit, installation, and field support with emphasis on safety and timely completion of high-quality work.

The role requires 0-2 years electrical construction experience, OSHA 10 or ability to obtain, and travel 25-50%. An associate’s degree or higher is desirable; CDL is highly desirable.