At Smartwire, we’re focused on building the best place to be an electrician in Virginia so that we can bring more people into the electrical trade and become the highest quality provider of electrical and energy-efficiency services in the state. Join Smartwire as a Journeyman and embark on a rewarding career path that will help redefine the energy landscape for Virginia homes and businesses.
Who we are
- Smartwire has been serving residential and commercial customers as a preferred electrician in the greater Richmond area for nearly 40 years. We are in the process of growing significantly to deliver the important electrical work that will take place in Virginia now and in the decades to come. This is a unique opportunity to become part of a stable, proven, and rapidly growing business.
- We are creating a best-in-class work environment where electricians can work on impactful projects, grow professionally, and earn competitive compensation and benefits over a stable and meaningful career. We will leverage our deep experience along with state-of-the-art technological solutions to drive growth and success of the business that all employees participate in.
The qualities we look for in the Journeyman role are:
- Self-Motivated and Dependable – there is a career path for everyone at Smartwire, but you must want it and put in the work for it. You are self-motivated to deliver high quality workmanship every day and take advantage of the resources and training we provide to consistently advance in your career.
- Growth Mindset – we are looking to grow significantly. If growing at a fast pace, always learning new things and adapting to the challenges of growth sounds fun, this is the opportunity for you.
- High Standards; Safety – we have standards for the performance and quality of every job we do. You should have extremely high personal standards for what safe and high-quality work looks like, and you have the attention to detail and work ethic to ensure that those standards are met without fail. You should work in a safe manner, adhering to applicable safety protocols and guidelines to maintain a safe working environment and ensure the safety of our customers and team members.
- “Move With a Purpose” – we never rush our work, but we do execute our plan on a timeline and we move with a purpose so we don’t waste time or effort on jobs. You act with precision and intention so every job is completed safely and efficiently.
- Professional – we are working in our customer’s homes and businesses. Journeymen must take pride in presenting a professional appearance and behaving respectfully. Moreover, you’ll be serving as role model to the Apprentices assigned to you and should model the behaviors Smartwire requires and that helped you advance from when you were an Apprentice.
- Passionate Mentor – you welcome the mentorship of Apprentices and helpers as an opportunity to lift up the next generation of Apprentices and help them develop the skills and experience they need to enjoy a long and rewarding career as an electrician.
Key responsibilities
- Arrive on time for work every day: our work is scheduled and your teammates and our customers rely on you; it is critical you have reliable transportation and the ability to be on time every day
- Crew leadership; responsibility for safety and development of Apprentices and helpers
- Achievement of performance goals for the truck and crew you operate
Qualifications
- Current Journeyman electrician card valid in Virginia
- Physical fitness and ability to lift 35 pounds and use common hand and power tools
- Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
- Ability to pass pre-employment background check
What we offer
- Competitive wages and performance-based bonuses
- Smartwire provides a cell phone allowance, health insurance subsidy and 401k program with employer match
- Assistance with training materials and test prep for Master Electrician exam
- Training on state-of-the-art electrical contracting management software
- Comprehensive and cutting-edge marketing and back office support that ensures we have a strong flow of high quality work
- Opportunities for professional development and career advancement
- A safe, supportive and collaborative team environment
If you are interested in advancing your electrical career and taking advantage of an exciting career opportunity, please submit a resume and optional cover letter to info@smartwire360.com outlining your relevant experience, qualifications, and why you’d be a great fit here at Smartwire. We look forward to reviewing your application and considering you for this exciting opportunity.
Smartwire LLC is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes candidates from all backgrounds to apply.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $28.00 - $35.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 – 50 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Safety equipment provided
Compensation Package:
- Bonus opportunities
- Hourly pay
- Overtime pay
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to Relocate:
- Ashland, VA 23005: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
