Field Journeyman Electrician - Battery & Grid Systems

Base Power; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 44,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly pay: Wireman $32–$37

Hourly pay: Journeyman $37–$39

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Base is recruiting a Journeyman Electrician to work on-site in Austin, TX, supporting a cutting-edge battery fleet. You will troubleshoot, install, and maintain electrical systems, interfacing with inspectors and crews in real-time.

You bring 4+ years of relevant electrical work, a valid Residential Wireman or Journeyman license, and a proactive, hands-on mindset to ensure work is done right the first time. This role emphasizes field leadership and practical problem solving.

Qualifications

• Valid Residential Wireman or Journeyman Electrician license is required.
• 4+ years of relevant electrical work experience; battery backups, EV chargers, or whole-home generators preferred.
• Must be able to explain technical concepts to crews and inspectors.
• Ability to communicate clearly with installers, inspectors, and homeowners.

Responsibilities

• Hands-On System Diagnostics: troubleshoot and repair electrical and battery system failures in the field.
• Quality & Compliance: perform rework to pass inspections and meet quality benchmarks.
• On-Site Authority Representation: meet inspectors, walk installs, resolve issues in real time.
• Crew Mentorship: onboard and train new installation crews to maintain high performance.
• Expert Oversight: maintain mastery of Base hardware, NEC Codes, and electrical principles.
• Emergent Support: participate in on-call rotation for night/weekend issues.

Skills

Residential Wireman license

Journeyman Electrician license

Electrical field experience

Battery backups experience

EV charger experience

Whole-home generator experience

Clear communication

Job description

Base is recruiting a Journeyman Electrician to work on-site in Austin, TX, supporting a cutting-edge battery fleet. You will troubleshoot, install, and maintain electrical systems, interfacing with inspectors and crews in real-time.

You bring 4+ years of relevant electrical work, a valid Residential Wireman or Journeyman license, and a proactive, hands-on mindset to ensure work is done right the first time. This role emphasizes field leadership and practical problem solving.