Journeyman Electrician

Generac; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Fuel card provided

Safe Driver Bonus

Weekly on call bonus

Emergency on call pay

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life/AD&D (company-paid)

401(k) with company match

PTO + birthday off

Training & development

Job summary

CDS Home Services, an independent Generac dealer, is seeking an Electrical Journeyman to lead residential standby generator installations from start to finish. You will oversee field-based work across the Mid-Atlantic, ensuring safety and code compliance while mentoring apprentices and technicians.

You will drive customer satisfaction with high-quality service, contribute to preventive maintenance, and support the estimating process as needed. Training is provided, with opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Valid Electrical Journeyman License (preferred).
• Equivalent years of direct experience in electrical trade with strong knowledge of electrical codes.
• Strong understanding of residential electrical systems and concepts.
• Experience with generator systems or willingness to learn (training provided).
• Ability to work independently in a field-based environment.
• Valid driver's license and ability to meet company driving requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead installation of residential standby generator systems from start to finish.
• Perform preventative maintenance and service on generator systems.
• Complete residential electrical work including wiring, connections, and system upgrades.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot electrical and mechanical issues efficiently.
• Ensure all work meets safety standards, code requirements, and company expectations.
• Communicate daily with office and operations teams regarding job status, challenges, and progress.
• Maintain organization of tools, materials, and vehicle inventory.
• Deliver a professional, high-quality customer experience with every job.
• Support Master Electrician with estimating process on an as needed basis.

Skills

Journeyman License

Electrical experience

Electrical codes

Generator experience

Independence

Driver's license

Job description

Job Requirements

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay (based on experience and certifications)
• Company vehicle + fuel card provided
• Safe Driver Bonus (paid quarterly once eligible)
• Weekly on call bonus (for any weeks scheduled on call)
• Emergency on call pay (double pay for work completed on call)

Additional Benefits Include

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability Insurance
• Company-paid Life/AD&D
• 401(k) with up to 4% company match (100% vested immediately)
• Generous PTO + your birthday off
• Ongoing training, development, and advancement opportunities

Looking for more than just another electrical job? Would you like to grow and specialize in an in-demand sector?

At CDS Home Services, we're not just wiring homes - we're helping homeowners stay powered, protected, and prepared. As a trusted partner of The Home Depot and a certified dealer of Generac, we specialize in whole-home standby generator installations and residential electrical work across the Mid-Atlantic.

We're looking for a skilled Electrical Journeyman who wants to take ownership of their work, lead installs, and play a key role in a growing, in-demand energy sector. This is a lead-from-the-front role, you'll take pride in your installs, guide apprentices and technicians, and directly impact the quality and reliability of power in our customers' homes.

What You Bring (Experience)

• Valid Electrical Journeyman License (preferred)
• Equivalent years of direct experience in electrical trade with strong knowledge of electrical codes
• Strong understanding of residential electrical systems and concepts
• Experience with generator systems or willingness to learn (training provided)
• Ability to work independently in a field-based environment
• Valid driver's license and ability to meet company driving requirements

What You'll Be Responsible For

• Lead installation of residential standby generator systems from start to finish
• Perform preventative maintenance and service on generator systems
• Complete residential electrical work including wiring, connections, and system upgrades
• Diagnose and troubleshoot electrical and mechanical issues efficiently
• Ensure all work meets safety standards, code requirements, and company expectations
• Communicate daily with office and operations teams regarding job status, challenges, and progress
• Maintain organization of tools, materials, and vehicle inventory
• Deliver a professional, high-quality customer experience with every job
• Support Master Electrician with estimating process on an as needed basis

Location & Travel

• Field-based role supporting Pennsylvania, Maryland, Northern Virginia, Washington DC, and Delaware
• Daily travel from home to residential customer job sites
• Company vehicle and fuel card provided
• Travel from home to your first job and from your last job home is considered your normal commute
• If travel to the first or last job exceeds 45 minutes, additional time is compensatedAll travel between job sites throughout the day is fully compensated
• Weekly Monday team meetings at our corporate office in Middle River, MD:
• Review upcoming jobs
• Stock vehicles and materials
• Set the week up for success

This job is with an independent Generac dealer and not for employment with Generac Power Systems, Inc.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.