Traveling Electrical Crew Lead

RavenVolt; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 62,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly compensation

Overtime opportunities

Paid travel time

Daily per diem

Company-provided transportation

Company-paid hotel accommodations

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Company-paid life insurance

Company-provided tools and equipment

Job summary

RavenVolt is seeking a Traveling Electrical Crew Lead (Journeyman/Master Electrician) to head BESS and generator installations across the United States, combining hands-on electrical work with crew leadership on site and during travel.

You will supervise installation activities, read plans and diagrams, ensure NEC compliance, promote safety, and mentor crews while delivering projects on schedule. Travel and overtime are integral parts of this position.

Qualifications

• Active Journeyman Electrician License in any U.S. state.
• Minimum 3 years of commercial, industrial, power generation, or utility electrical experience.
• Prior field leadership experience leading crews.
• Ability to read electrical plans, blueprints, and one-line diagrams.
• Strong working knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC).
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull construction materials and equipment.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Willingness to travel nationwide.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Lead, train, and mentor installation crews.
• Promote a strong safety culture across all project activities.
• Coordinate daily work activities to maintain project schedules.
• Ensure compliance with company quality standards and project specifications.
• Communicate effectively with Project Managers, Construction Managers, and Superintendents.

Skills

Journeyman Electrician

Leadership

Reading electrical plans

NEC knowledge

Travel willingness

Valid driver's license

Job description

Traveling Electrical Crew Lead (Journeyman/Master Electrician) - BESS & Generator Installations

Lead the Next Generation of Energy Infrastructure

RavenVolt is seeking an experienced Traveling Electrical Crew Lead to support and lead the installation of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), generators, transformers, switchgear, and associated electrical infrastructure throughout the United States.

This is a hands-on leadership opportunity for an experienced Journeyman/Master Electrician who enjoys travel, takes pride in quality workmanship, and thrives in fast-paced construction environments. The ideal candidate possesses strong electrical construction experience and the ability to safely lead crews while delivering projects on schedule.

If you're looking for excellent compensation, paid travel, overtime opportunities, and a clear path to advancement, we'd like to hear from you.

Position Overview

As a Traveling Electrical Crew Lead, you will oversee and participate in all phases of BESS and generator installations, including civil construction, equipment setting, conduit installation, cable pulling, electrical terminations, testing, and commissioning support.

Required Qualifications

• Active Journeyman Electrician License in any U.S. state
• Minimum 3 years of commercial, industrial, power generation, or utility electrical experience
• Prior field leadership experience leading crews
• Ability to read electrical plans, blueprints, and one-line diagrams
• Strong working knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC)
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull construction materials and equipment
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Willingness to travel nationwide
• Valid driver's license

Preferred Qualifications

• Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) experience
• Generator installation experience
• Medium-voltage installation and termination experience
• Experience operating telehandlers, skid steers, mini excavators, or similar equipment
• Experience with concrete work, form building, and equipment foundation installation
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification

Key Responsibilities

Crew Leadership

• Lead, train, and mentor installation crews
• Promote a strong safety culture across all project activities
• Coordinate daily work activities to maintain project schedules
• Ensure compliance with company quality standards and project specifications
• Communicate effectively with Project Managers, Construction Managers, and Superintendents.

Site Preparation & Civil Construction

• Build forms and prepare equipment foundations
• Install aggregate sub-bases and assist with concrete placement and finishing
• Excavate trenches for conduit and underground electrical systems
• Backfill and compact trenches according to project requirements

Equipment Installation

• Set generators, BESS enclosures, transformers, switchgear, and related equipment
• Assist with equipment alignment, anchoring, and final placement
• Install conduit systems, cable tray, grounding systems, and associated infrastructure

Electrical Installation

• Pull and terminate power and control cables ranging from #6 AWG through 1000 MCM
• Complete electrical terminations in generators, switchgear, transformers, and BESS equipment
• Install and terminate medium-voltage cable systems
• Read and interpret electrical drawings, one-line diagrams, and construction plans
• Support startup, commissioning, and testing activities

Safety & Compliance

• Follow all OSHA, company, and customer safety requirements
• Conduct daily jobsite safety meetings and hazard assessments
• Ensure proper use of PPE, tools, and equipment
• Maintain clean, organized, and professional jobsites

Compensation & Benefits

RavenVolt offers an industry-leading compensation package designed to reward performance and support career development.

Benefits Include:

• Competitive hourly compensation based on experience
• Overtime opportunities
• Paid travel time
• Daily per diem
• Company-provided transportation
• Company-paid hotel accommodations
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-paid life insurance
• Company-provided tools and equipment

Career Advancement

RavenVolt is committed to promoting from within and developing future leaders.

Potential career paths include:

• Superintendent
• Construction Manager
• Project Manager

Location & Travel

This position is based out of our Waco, Texas office, with project assignments throughout the United States.

Depending on project requirements and employee location, team members may be required to report to a regional office at the start of each work week prior to deployment.

About RavenVolt, an ABM Company

RavenVolt is a turnkey energy solutions and construction (EPC) management provider, specializing in providing tailored onsite energy solutions to increase energy reliability and resilience while minimizing long-term operational costs. We are hyper-focused on delivering resilient, efficient, and sustainable microgrid systems that support a wide range of industries across the United States.

Our Expertise Includes:

• Licensed to operate in 40 states
• In-house design services with multi-state licensed engineers
• A proven team that has completed thousands of projects nationwide
• Dedicated in-house project management and construction personnelNational vendor relationships supporting all critical microgrid components

At RavenVolt, you’ll be part of a team shaping the future of distributed energy and infrastructure through innovative, end-to-end solutions. About ABM