Senior Electrician: Lead Electrical Systems & Upgrades

Pilot-Company-; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Nation-wide Medical Plan/Dental/Vision

401(k) Flexible Spending Accounts

Adoption Assistance

Tuition Reimbursement

Weekly Pay

Job summary

Pilot Company is seeking a Sr Electrician to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and upgrade electrical systems across our facilities. You will act as a technical resource for complex issues and mentor junior electricians.

The role prioritizes safe, code-compliant operations, preventive maintenance, and collaboration with maintenance, engineering, operations, contractors, and vendors to keep our locations reliable.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience.
• Associate degree or technical certification in Electrical Technology or related field.
• Valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems, motor controls, power distribution, transformers, switchgear, and control circuits.
• Experience reading and interpreting electrical blueprints and schematics.
• Knowledge of applicable electrical codes, regulations, and safety standards.
• Proficiency with electrical testing and diagnostic equipment.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex electrical and control system issues.
• This position requires candidates to be legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, inspect, troubleshoot, and repair electrical systems, equipment, and controls.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on electrical infrastructure to minimize downtime and improve reliability.
• Diagnose complex electrical issues using testing and diagnostic equipment.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, local building codes, and corporate safety standards.
• Support facility upgrades, capital projects, equipment installations, and electrical modifications.
• Lead or assist with electrical commissioning activities and startup of new equipment.
• Coordinate with maintenance, engineering, operations, contractors, and vendors to complete projects and repairs.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, work orders, inspection reports, and documentation.
• Identify opportunities to improve energy efficiency, equipment performance, and system reliability.
• Respond to emergency maintenance calls and power-related incidents as needed.

Skills

5+ years experience

Attention to detail

Troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Cross-functional work

Safety standards

Education

Associate degree or technical certification in Electrical Technology

Tools

Electrical testing equipment

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

Pilot Company is seeking a Sr Electrician to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and upgrade electrical systems across our facilities. You will act as a technical resource for complex issues and mentor junior electricians.

The role prioritizes safe, code-compliant operations, preventive maintenance, and collaboration with maintenance, engineering, operations, contractors, and vendors to keep our locations reliable.