Journeyman/Master Electrician

Jobot; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 41,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot is seeking an experienced Journeyman/Master Electrician for large commercial solar projects in the Northeast, with work primarily in New York. This full-time leadership role oversees field crews and leads the installation of commercial PV systems and EVSE, ensuring safe, on-schedule project delivery.

Travel to neighboring states may be required. The ideal candidate has extensive commercial electrical experience, strong sitework knowledge, and a hands-on leadership approach to guide crews

Qualifications

• Experienced Commercial Electrical Installation Lead
• Extensive commercial electrical experience
• Strong sitework knowledge
• Ability to lead projects from site prep through installation and completion

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise field crews performing commercial electrical, solar PV, EVSE, and related site installation work.
• Plan, coordinate, and oversee daily field activities to ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and according to project specifications and schedules.
• Perform and oversee all phases of commercial electrical sitework, including trenching, excavation, equipment pad preparation, electrical vault installation, transformer pads, and oil catchment basins.
• Coordinate the installation and commissioning of commercial solar PV systems and EV charging infrastructure.
• Safely operate and maintain site equipment, including excavators, skid steers, telehandlers/lulls, and other construction equipment.
• Ensure proper installation quality, adherence to electrical and construction standards, and compliance with project plans and specifications.
• Provide hands-on technical guidance, training, and leadership to crew members.
• Identify and resolve field challenges while maintaining productivity, quality, and project schedules.
• Promote and maintain a strong safety culture across all job sites.

Skills

Electrical installation

Solar PV systems

EV charging

Site leadership

Safety leadership

Tools

Excavators

Skid steers

Telehandlers

Job description

Looking for Journeyman/Master Electrician for large solar projects!

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Matt Clay.

Salary: $30 - $55 per hour

A bit about us:

We provide energy and construction solutions throughout the Northeast, with a primary focus on projects across New York, Vermont, Connecticut, New Hampshire, and Massachusetts. Our growing team is committed to delivering high-quality work, building strong client relationships, and supporting the continued expansion of our operations throughout the region.

Why join us?

This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing team and support projects throughout the Northeast, with work primarily located in New York, Vermont, Connecticut, New Hampshire, and Massachusetts. The ideal candidate will be motivated, dependable, and eager to contribute to high-quality project delivery while building a long-term career in a fast-paced and collaborative environment.

Job Details

We are seeking an experienced Commercial Electrical Installation Lead to oversee field crews and lead the installation of commercial solar photovoltaic (PV) systems and electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE) charging stations. This is a full-time, hands-on leadership role requiring extensive commercial electrical experience, strong sitework knowledge, and the ability to safely lead projects from site preparation through installation and completion.

Projects are primarily located in New York State, with occasional regional travel to Vermont, Connecticut, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, and potentially New Jersey.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise field crews performing commercial electrical, solar PV, EVSE, and related site installation work.
• Plan, coordinate, and oversee daily field activities to ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and according to project specifications and schedules.
• Perform and oversee all phases of commercial electrical sitework, including trenching, excavation, equipment pad preparation, electrical vault installation, transformer pads, and oil catchment basins.
• Coordinate the installation and commissioning of commercial solar PV systems and EV charging infrastructure.
• Safely operate and maintain site equipment, including excavators, skid steers, telehandlers/lulls, and other construction equipment.
• Ensure proper installation quality, adherence to electrical and construction standards, and compliance with project plans and specifications.
• Provide hands-on technical guidance, training, and leadership to crew members.
• Identify and resolve field challenges while maintaining productivity, quality, and project schedules.
• Promote and maintain a strong safety culture across all job sites.

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