Upchurch · 2 months ago
Lead Electrician
Jackson, Mississippi
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expUpchurch is a rapidly growing, full-service building engineering company providing mechanical, plumbing, HVAC, and electrical services across the southeastern United States. The Lead Electrician oversees day-to-day field installation, service, and commissioning of electrical systems on commercial/industrial projects, ensuring code-compliant installations and effective crew management.
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Responsibilities
Crew leadership & planning: Build daily/weekly plans, assign tasks, supervise 2–10 electricians/apprentices, and run productive toolbox talks
Installations: Layout and install raceways (EMT/RMC/PVC), panels, switchgear, transformers, lighting, grounding/bonding, and terminations per NEC and drawings
Controls & power: Install and troubleshoot motor controls, VFDs, starters, contactors, control circuits; support equipment start-ups
Medium/low voltage: Support MV/LV distribution, gear setting, cable pulls, terminations, and torque/megger testing per specs
QA/QC & documentation: Interpret plans/specs, RFIs, and submittals; perform redlines/as-builts; complete daily reports and time/quantity tracking
Safety & compliance: Enforce LOTO, arc-flash boundaries, PPE, and OSHA/NEC compliance; lead JSAs and near-miss reporting
Coordination: Interface with GCs, owners, inspectors, and other trades; attend coordination meetings; sequence work to avoid conflicts
Materials & tools: Forecast material/equipment needs, manage deliveries, maintain tools/test instruments, and control waste/rework
Troubleshooting & service: Diagnose faults using multimeters, meggers, and other test gear; resolve issues to minimize downtime
Training & mentorship: Coach apprentices on code, workmanship, and safety; provide performance feedback and skill development
Closeout: Support functional testing, punch lists, commissioning, and turnover packages
Qualification
Required
5+ years of commercial/industrial electrical experience, including crew lead, foreman, or equivalent leadership
Strong knowledge of NEC, local codes, and construction best practices
Proficiency with conduit bending (hand/hickey/shoebox), panelboard/gear terminations, and device/lighting install
Ability to read and interpret one-lines, wiring diagrams, and plan sets; competent with take-offs and layout
Skilled in testing and diagnostics (multimeter, megger, continuity/insulation resistance, torque verification)
Proven record of jobsite safety leadership (PPE, LOTO, arc-flash awareness) and quality workmanship
Effective communication, crew scheduling, and coordination with PMs/GCs/inspectors
Valid driver's license; ability to lift 50+ lbs, climb ladders, and work in field conditions
Preferred
State Journeyman or Master Electrician license
OSHA 10/30; NFPA 70E/arc-flash training
Experience with MV distribution, switchgear setting/commissioning, VFDs, generators/ATS, and basic PLC I/O
Familiarity with Bluebeam/PlanGrid/Procore or similar; basic BIM/VDC coordination exposure
Experience in data centers, healthcare, manufacturing, or mission-critical environments
CPR/First Aid; lift/forklift certifications
Benefits
Competitive salary based on experience.
Health, dental, and vision insurance.
Paid time off and holiday pay.
Opportunities for professional development and certification assistance.
Company
Upchurch
Upchurch Services, LLC is a full-service mechanical contracting company. We provide exceptional service to our customers throughout the SEC region.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
Davidson Kempner
2024-03-27Private Equity
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