Electrical Lead - Single Family

IES Residential is hiring an experienced Electrical Lead - Single Family to lead residential electrical operations in the South Atlanta area. If you’re a hands-on leader with strong technical expertise and a passion for developing teams, this is your opportunity to grow with a nationally recognized company.

Position Overview

The Electrical Lead is responsible for overseeing daily field operations, managing crews, coordinating projects, and ensuring all work is completed safely, on time, and to code. This role plays a critical part in maintaining quality standards and delivering excellent customer service.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and direct residential electrical crews on single-family construction projects
• Assist with daily planning, scheduling, and coordination of manpower and jobsite activities
• Ensure all electrical installations meet NEC requirements, local codes, and company quality standards
• Serve as a field liaison between electricians, builders, and project management teams
• Troubleshoot and resolve electrical installation issues in the field
• Promote and enforce OSHA regulations and company safety policies
• Conduct toolbox talks and participate in safety meetings
• Coordinate materials, tools, and equipment needed to complete projects efficiently
• Assist with inventory management and material tracking
• Train and mentor apprentice and journeyman electricians
• Maintain accurate job documentation, including work orders, inspections, and job progress reports
• Support continuous improvement efforts to enhance productivity and quality
• Ensure projects remain on schedule and meet customer expectations

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• Electrical apprenticeship or equivalent field experience preferred
• 3+ years of residential electrical experience, including single-family new construction
• Previous leadership experience as a Leadman, Crew Leader, Foreman, or similar role preferred
• Valid Georgia electrical license preferred (if applicable)
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
• Strong knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC) and residential electrical systems
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, plans, and electrical schematics
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced construction environment
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus
• Must pass background check and drug screening

Work Environment

• Field-based role on active residential construction sites and occupied homes
• Travel required throughout the South Atlanta area
• Exposure to outdoor weather conditions (heat, cold, rain)
• Work at heights, on ladders, and in confined spaces as needed

Physical Requirements

• Lift and carry up to 50 lbs
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and reaching
• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks daily
• Comfortable working at heights and climbing ladders

IES is a national provider of industrial products and infrastructure services to a variety of end markets, including electrical, mechanical and communications contracting solutions for the commercial, industrial, residential and renewable energy markets. IES is publicly traded on NASDAQ under the symbol IESC. As of the end of IES’s 2025 fiscal year ending September 30, 2025, IES produced over $3.3 billion in revenue and employed over 10,200 employees at over 174 domestic locations across the United States.

Our commitment to our employees is reflected by our actions:

• Safety is Priority One – and our record shows it
• Competitive Pay
• Company 401K plan with Employer Contribution Match
• Company Paid Time Off
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Choice of Medical Coverage including Prescription and Short Term Disability Plans
• Choice of Dental and Vision Coverage
• Optional Long-term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident, Legal and Pet Coverage
• Auto and Home Insurance Discount Programs

PLEASE NO AGENCY CALLS. 
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EEO & Affirmative Action

The IES policy on equal employment opportunity prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, individuals with disabilities, protected veterans, or any other protected status or characteristic. This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment, and also states that retaliation against any employee who files a complaint regarding possible violations of this policy will not be tolerated. IES is also committed to taking affirmative steps to promote the employment of minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans. IES develops affirmative action programs to support its commitment to equal employment opportunity, consistent with company policy and the company’s obligations as a contractor to the United States government. 

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Disability Accommodation

IES is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. IES provides reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Applicants who need accommodation in the job application process should contact the IES corporate office at (713) 860-1500 or any IES office to request assistance.

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