Service Electrician - Commercial (Southeast US) in Alpharetta, Georgia at Knight Electric, Inc.

About Knight Electric:
Knight Electric is a national electrical contractor focusing on Commercial/Retail new construction and re-modernization. Our culture and continued investment in our employees set us apart from the others.

• We were recently named to the DFW Fastest 50 growth companies for 2025.
• Knight Electric, Inc - LinkedIn

• Offices in Justin, TX (Dallas/Ft. Worth) and Alpharetta, GA (Atlanta)
• Customers include Target, Costco, Bass Pro Shop, HEB, Publix, Best Buy, Trader Joes, Walmart and more.

About this role:The Journeyman Electrician / Field Specialist performs commercial electrical service, maintenance, troubleshooting, and small‑project installations across a variety of commercial facilities. This role requires a valid Journeyman Electrician License and strong technical skill in diagnosing and resolving electrical issues in active, occupied buildings.
Compensation:

• $33.00 - $40.00 per hour pending experience and active state electrical license.
• Travel expenses paid
• Vehicle provided
• Fuel card

Travel:

• On average 2–3-week sprints in the Southeast US.
• Most projects are in Georgia and the Southeast US.
• Housing (Airbnb) is paid by company, travel to and from project is covered as well as per diem.
• Company vehicle provided

Duties / Expectations:

• Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills
• Ability to work independently in the field with minimal supervision
• Familiarity with commercial building systems, including lighting controls, switchgear, and distribution equipment
• Apply advanced knowledge of electrical theory and NEC code
• Perform NEC calculations
• Execute all types of conduit bends using various bender types
• Install raceways, boxes, cables, panels, breakers, and transformers
• Assist with wire pulling and switchboard installation
• Install light fixtures, devices, and cover plates
• Connect branch circuits including terminations and equipment
• Perform basic testing and troubleshooting of electrical systems
• Read and interpret blueprints and schematics
• Maintain basic knowledge of control systems and components
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED
• 2+ years in a commercial service role.
• Expert-level troubleshooting skills in a commercial setting.
• Must have ability to run and lead small size projects (1-4 electricians)
• Possess an active state Journeyman electrical license or higher.
• OSHA 10 certification
• Ability to pass a criminal and motor vehicle background check

What We Offer:

• Medical/Dental/Vision/401K
• Overtime potential
• Housing and Per diem paid while traveling.
• Paid Time Off
• Paid travel back home every 3 weeks
• Holiday Pay
• Weekly Pay

Job Type:

• Full-Time

Requirements (Physical requirements will vary between job sites and peak periods)
This is a field job using many physical attributes. In addition to sitting, standing, and walking for extended periods of time, employees should be able to do the following:

• Walk, climb, lift, bend, squat, kneel, push, pull, twist, and reach overhead routinely and repetitively. Occasional lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds.
• Regularly work from elevated spaces for extended periods of time, including ladders, man lifts, scaffolding, or reach booms. Climb ladder with 30 pounds.
• Balance on normal work surfaces.
• Comfortable in tight spaces (occasionally).
• Reach, handle, grasp, and pull cables, wires, tools, and equipment.
• Focus close up and far away (with or without correction). Distinguish color coded wires. Use peripheral vision and exercise depth perception.
• Flexible, adaptable, and embraces change.
• Good troubleshooting ability. Embraces quality control processes. Good attention to detail. Follows process and procedure.
• Speaking, hearing and seeing for communicating with employees and outside resources, as well as managing risks of a construction environment is required.

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
This Position Description is not an exclusive or exhaustive list of all job functions or qualifications. Employee is expected to follow these and other job-related instructions, policies, processes, and procedures.
Working Conditions:Work is performed on construction sites in a variety of weather conditions. Travel nationwide, up to 100%, sometimes with short notice (non-travelling short-term jobs are available from time to time depending on project availability). Shifts and hours vary by project but will include night and weekend shifts.