Lead Electrician

Job Requirements

Benefits:

• Six (6) paid holidays
• Five (5) paid sick days
• Two (2) weeks of paid vacation annually, including one week during a company-scheduled shutdown
• Ongoing training and development
• Bonus structure (ops role only)

Generator Supercenter Chicagoland is seeking an experienced Lead Electrician to oversee and execute residential and light-commercial standby generator electrical installations. This hands-on leadership position combines advanced electrical expertise, field supervision, and exceptional workmanship. The ideal candidate is a highly capable electrician who takes ownership of each installation, develops supporting crew members, anticipates challenges, and consistently delivers safe, efficient, code-compliant installations with an outstanding customer experience.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Installation Leadership: Lead and perform generator electrical installations, including automatic transfer switches, service modifications, wiring, grounding, bonding, and related electrical infrastructure.
• Technical Execution: Interpret electrical drawings, load calculations, equipment specifications, installation requirements, and applicable electrical codes.
• Field Supervision: Direct electricians, apprentices, and helpers; assign work, provide technical guidance, and maintain accountability for productivity and workmanship.
• Jobsite Assessment: Identify existing electrical deficiencies, installation challenges, additional material requirements, and potential scope changes before they affect project completion.
• Quality & Safety: Maintain safe working conditions, verify installation quality, and ensure all electrical work meets applicable standards and inspection requirements.
• Operational Coordination: Work closely with the Operations Manager, generator technicians, plumbers, and office personnel to execute installations on schedule.
• Problem Resolution: Troubleshoot installation issues, support system commissioning, and promptly resolve deficiencies, inspection findings, and callbacks.
• Documentation & Materials: Maintain accurate job records, field photographs, material usage, and timely communication regarding project status.
• Customer Experience: Represent Generator Supercenter professionally, protect customer property, explain completed work, and deliver a clean, high-quality installation.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 4 years of direct hands-on residential electrical installation experience, including service equipment and distribution systems.
• Strong understanding of applicable electrical codes, safe work practices, and electrical troubleshooting.
• Demonstrated ability to lead field personnel and independently resolve complex installation challenges.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to perform the physical requirements of field electrical work.
• Prior standby generator, automatic transfer switch, or electrical service upgrade experience.

WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE

• Installations completed safely, on schedule, and within planned labor hours.
• High first-pass inspection success and minimal workmanship-related callbacks.
• Accurate material planning with limited avoidable delays or additional costs.
• Strong crew productivity, development, and consistent customer satisfaction.

OUR EXPECTATIONS

We expect a hands-on leader who takes pride in doing things correctly the first time, communicates proactively, supports teammates, and treats every customer’s home with care and respect. Excellence, accountability, and professionalism are nonnegotiable.

**This job is with an independent Generac Channel Partner and not for employment with Generac Power Systems, Inc.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.