Senior Electrician: Lead Electrical Systems & Upgrades

Pilot Travel Centers LLC.; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; 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 Senior Electrician to install, maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and upgrade electrical systems across our facilities. This role ensures safe, code-compliant operations and serves as a technical resource for complex electrical issues.

You will mentor junior electricians, lead commissioning activities, coordinate with maintenance, and support facility upgrades while driving energy efficiency and reliability.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in electrical trades.
• Associate degree or technical certification in Electrical Technology or related field.
• Valid driver's license with satisfactory driving record.
• Master Electrician license preferred.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems, motor controls, power distribution, transformers, switchgear and control circuits.
• Experience reading 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.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.
• High attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, inspect, troubleshoot, and repair electrical systems, equipment, and controls.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance 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

Attention to detail

Troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree or technical certification in Electrical Technology

Tools

Electrical testing equipment

Blueprints & diagrams

Job description

Pilot Company is seeking a Senior Electrician to install, maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and upgrade electrical systems across our facilities. This role ensures safe, code-compliant operations and serves as a technical resource for complex electrical issues.

You will mentor junior electricians, lead commissioning activities, coordinate with maintenance, and support facility upgrades while driving energy efficiency and reliability.