Lead Electrician

Key Details

Pay Rage

$83200.00 -

$114400.00

Job Type

Permanent

Job Category

Renewables-Solar

State

NY

Job Description

Job Owner: Genevieve Dahl

Commercial Solar & EV Charging Station Installation - Ground Crew Team Leader

(Master Electrician / Electrician Preferred)

Our client a well-established, veteran-owned renewable energy contractor, is currently hiring a Ground Crew Team Leader to oversee installation teams for commercial EV charging stations and solar electrical systems. This full-time role will be based primarily in New York, with travel to nearby states including Vermont, Connecticut, New Hampshire, and Massachusetts (occasional work in New Jersey possible).

Key Role Responsibilities:

• Lead crews performing site preparation and commercial electrical installation
• Manage trenching, equipment pad placement, vault and transformer pad installation, and related site work
• Operate excavation and heavy equipment (excavators, skid steers, lull, etc.)
• Read and interpret electrical drawings and spec sheets to execute accurate installations
• Maintain close communication with utility reps, inspectors, internal leadership, and clients
• Provide daily project updates, documentation, and as-built records via mobile and cloud-based tools

Required Experience & Skills:

• 5+ years of commercial electrical and site work experience (both required)
• Strong understanding of commercial EV charging and solar systems (preferred)
• Experience in team leadership and job site coordination
• Skilled with trenching, concrete work, conduit installation, and transformer pad prep
• Proficient in reviewing plans, performing material take-offs, and maintaining site documentation
• Willingness to travel and stay overnight as needed

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master or Journeyman Electrician License
• High school diploma or GED
• Military veterans encouraged to