Residential Electrician

Area Energy and Electric, Inc.; Sidney (OH); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Area Energy & Electric, Inc. in Sidney, Ohio is seeking a skilled Residential Electrician to install, maintain, and repair electrical systems in new homes, remodels and service calls.

The role emphasizes safe, code-compliant work and a professional experience for homeowners and builders. Daily travel to job sites in Sidney and surrounding western Ohio communities is required, with opportunities to mentor apprentices and work with a team on complex projects.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Journeyman level: 4+ years of residential electrical experience or completion of an apprenticeship.
• Must read blueprints and electrical plans; NEC knowledge.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record; pass drug screen and background check.
• Experience with generators, EV chargers, and service upgrades preferred.
• OSHA 10 certification desirable.

Responsibilities

• Install rough-in and trim-out wiring in new homes.
• Perform remodels, additions and basement finishes.
• Install services, meter bases, panels, and grounding systems.
• Troubleshoot outlets, switches, and lighting issues.
• Read plans and lay out work to NEC/local codes.
• Prepare for inspections and address inspector notes.
• Mentor apprentices and helpers on site.

Skills

NEC knowledge

Blueprint reading

Residential wiring

Clean driving record

Education

HS diploma or GED

Tools

Electrical testing meters

Job description

Position summary

The Residential Electrician installs, maintains and repairs electrical systems in new homes, remodels and service calls throughout Sidney, Shelby County and surrounding western Ohio communities. The role delivers safe, code-compliant work and a professional experience for homeowners and builders.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Install rough-in and trim-out wiring, boxes, devices, fixtures and panels in new single-family and multi-family homes.
• Perform remodel, addition and basement-finish wiring in occupied homes.
• Install and upgrade services, meter bases, panels, subpanels and grounding systems.
• Install circuits for appliances, HVAC equipment, EV chargers, generators and transfer switches.
• Troubleshoot and repair outlets, switches, lighting, breakers and other service problems.
• Read and follow blueprints, plans and job instructions; lay out work to meet the NEC and local code.
• Prepare work for inspections and correct any items noted by the inspector.
• Explain work clearly and courteously to homeowners and builders; keep job sites and homes clean.
• Keep accurate timesheets, material usage and service tickets.
• Maintain company vehicle, tools and van stock in good working order.
• Follow all company safety policies and OSHA requirements.
• Mentor and direct apprentices and helpers (journeyman level).

Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma or GED.
• Journeyman level: 4+ years of residential electrical experience or completion of a recognized apprenticeship. Apprentice level: enrolled in or willing to enroll in an apprenticeship program.
• Working knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC) and residential wiring methods.
• Ability to read blueprints and electrical plans.
• Valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Preferred

• Residential service and troubleshooting experience.
• Experience with generators, EV chargers and service upgrades.
• OSHA 10 certification.
• Strong customer-service skills in occupied homes.

Tools, physical requirements and work environment

Tools

• Supply own basic hand tools per the company tool list; company provides power tools, specialty equipment and testing meters.
• Use multimeters, circuit tracers and other test equipment safely and correctly.

Physical Requirements

• Lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Climb ladders; work in attics, crawl spaces and basements.
• Stand, kneel, bend and reach for long periods.
• Normal color vision to identify wire colors.

Work environment

• Indoor and outdoor work in all seasons, including heat and cold.
• Daily travel to job sites in Sidney and surrounding communities in a company vehicle.
• Overtime and on-call service may be required.

Area Energy & Electric is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.