Lead Electrician

Mackinnon & Partners; New York (NY); On-site; USD 83,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a well-established, veteran-owned renewable energy contractor as a Ground Crew Team Leader. This full-time role offers the chance to oversee installation teams for commercial EV charging stations and solar electrical systems. You'll lead site preparation, manage trenching and equipment placement, and operate heavy machinery. Ideal candidates have strong communication skills and a passion for clean energy. This is a long-term opportunity to grow with a respected firm making a real impact in the renewable energy sector.

Benefits

401(k)

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Tuition assistance

Disability insurance

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in commercial electrical and site work.
• Strong understanding of commercial EV charging and solar systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead crews for site preparation and commercial electrical installation.
• Manage trenching, equipment installation, and related site work.

Skills

Commercial electrical installation

Site work experience

Team leadership

Trenching and concrete work

Communication skills

Tools

Excavators

Skid steers

Mobile and cloud-based tools

Job description

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This range is provided by Mackinnon & Partners. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$83,200.00/yr - $104,000.00/yr

Direct message the job poster from Mackinnon & Partners

Our client a well-established, veteran-owned renewable energy contractor, is currently hiring a Ground Crew Team Leader to oversee installation teams for commercial EV charging stations and solar electrical systems. This full-time role will be based primarily in New York, with travel to nearby states including Vermont, Connecticut, New Hampshire, and Massachusetts (occasional work in New Jersey possible).

Key Role Responsibilities:

• Lead crews performing site preparation and commercial electrical installation
• Manage trenching, equipment pad placement, vault and transformer pad installation, and related site work
• Operate excavation and heavy equipment (excavators, skid steers, lull, etc.)
• Read and interpret electrical drawings and spec sheets to execute accurate installations
• Maintain close communication with utility reps, inspectors, internal leadership, and clients
• Provide daily project updates, documentation, and as-built records via mobile and cloud-based tools

Required Experience & Skills:

• 5+ years of commercial electrical and site work experience (both required)
• Strong understanding of commercial EV charging and solar systems (preferred)
• Experience in team leadership and job site coordination
• Skilled with trenching, concrete work, conduit installation, and transformer pad prep
• Proficient in reviewing plans, performing material take-offs, and maintaining site documentation
• Willingness to travel and stay overnight as needed

Ideal Candidate:

• Motivated leader with strong communication and organizational skills
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, field-based environment
• Reliable, solutions-oriented, and aligned with strong company values: integrity, customer focus, and resilience
• Enjoys a small team environment with a family-business feel

This is a long-term opportunity to grow with a respected renewable energy contractor making a real impact in the clean energy space.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Customer Service and Engineering

• Industries

  Services for Renewable Energy

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Inferred from the description for this job

401(k)

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Tuition assistance

Disability insurance

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