Lead Electrician: Commercial & Industrial Projects

Construction Job Board USA; Avoca (IN); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime opportunities

Biweekly pay

Paid time off

Paid holidays

401(k) retirement plan

Paid training and safetyCertifications

Uniforms and safety equipment

Per diem and accommodations for travel

Company vehicle eligibility

Performance reviews and advancement

Job summary

LED INDY in Indianapolis, IN seeks a Lead Journeyman Electrician to independently execute and lead commercial/industrial electrical work. The role offers ownership, visibility, and growth as the company expands, with projects across lighting, data, low-voltage systems, and new construction.

You will lead daily field activities, plan work with minimal supervision, and train apprentices while ensuring safety and quality on diverse commercial sites.

Qualifications

• Significant commercial or industrial electrical experience.
• Strong working knowledge of three-phase electrical systems.
• Ability to perform commercial electrical work independently.
• Ability to read plans, determine materials, and organize field work without repeated direction.
• Demonstrated conduit-bending ability.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Working knowledge of electrical codes and safe work practices.
• Ability to lead small crews and communicate clearly with team members and customers.
• Valid drivers license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to use a smartphone for timekeeping and job documentation.
• Professional, dependable, and accountable approach to work.
• Ability to lift approximately 50-60 pounds and work from ladders, lifts, and elevated areas.
• Willingness to work occasional nights, travel assignments, or overnight projects when needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily field activities on commercial and industrial electrical projects.
• Plan electrical work, identify required materials, and complete installations with minimal supervision.
• Direct and support electricians and apprentices while maintaining productivity, quality, and safety standards.
• Install and troubleshoot commercial electrical systems, including services, panels, transformers, feeders, conduit, lighting, and branch circuits.
• Perform work involving three-phase electrical systems.
• Read and interpret electrical drawings, plans, specifications, and applicable codes.
• Bend and install conduit accurately, including offsets.
• Complete underground electrical work, service upgrades, remodels, and new installations.
• Support projects involving EV chargers, lighting systems, data, low-voltage systems, fire alarm, and access control.
• Troubleshoot power-distribution and electrical-service issues in commercial and industrial environments.
• Coordinate field work with project leadership, customers, general contractors, and other trades.
• Train and mentor less-experienced electricians and apprentices.
• Maintain accurate time and project information using a smartphone-based field-management system.
• Work from ladders and lifts and perform the physical duties associated with commercial construction.

Skills

Commercial experience

Industrial experience

Three-phase knowledge

Read electrical plans

Conduit bending

Team leadership

Troubleshooting

Code compliance

Timekeeping

Lifting 50-60 lbs

Education

Journeyman electrician license or equivalent

Job description

LED INDY in Indianapolis, IN seeks a Lead Journeyman Electrician to independently execute and lead commercial/industrial electrical work. The role offers ownership, visibility, and growth as the company expands, with projects across lighting, data, low-voltage systems, and new construction.

You will lead daily field activities, plan work with minimal supervision, and train apprentices while ensuring safety and quality on diverse commercial sites.