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Residential & Commercial Electrician (Lead)

Control Tech, Dallas, TX, United States


We’re seeking a skilled Electrician who can deliver high-quality residential and commercial service work while helping build and grow a new service division in the DFW market. This role begins as a hands‑on field position and is designed to evolve into a lead or management role as the division expands.

We’re looking for someone who wants more than just a job – someone who takes ownership, thinks long‑term, and is motivated to help build and lead something from the ground up.

Duties & Responsibilities

Diagnoses, troubleshoot, and repair electrical issues in residential and commercial settings

Install electrical systems including panels, breakers, lighting, outlets, switches, and circuits

Perform panel upgrades, service upgrades, and remodel electrical work

Run and pull wire, bend conduit (EMT/PVC), and complete clean, code‑compliant installations

Read and interpret electrical drawings and specifications

Test systems for safety and functionality

Communicate clearly with customers regarding issues and solutions

Complete service calls efficiently with high‑quality workmanship

Maintain job documentation, time tracking, and materials used

Ensure all work complies with NEC and local Texas codes

Participate in on‑call rotation as required

Help build and scale the DFW service division from the ground up

Contribute to service structure, workflows, and pricing strategies

Assist with tools, trucks, and materials setup

Support hiring, training, and mentoring of electricians and apprentices

Lead by example in quality, professionalism, and customer service

Help establish a culture of safety, accountability, and high standards

Identify growth opportunities (new services, customers, improvements)

Develop systems and processes to support long‑term scalability

Take ownership of results—not just assigned task

Required Skills/Qualifications

Valid Texas Journeyman or Residential Wireman License

Strong troubleshooting ability (non‑negotiable) & ability to work independently

Residential and/or commercial service experience

Solid NEC knowledge and safe work practices

Successful completion of a pre‑employment drug and alcohol test (required for safety‑sensitive roles)

Completion of a criminal background check, with results assessed based on relevance to the position

Verification of a clean driving record, as defined by Control Tech’s standards (e.g., no major violations, no more than 3 infractions in the past 5 years)

Leadership Mindset & Preferred Skills

Demonstrates strong ownership—approaches work with an entrepreneurial mindset, treating responsibilities as if managing their own business

Strong work ethic; leads by example

Willing to train and mentor others

Motivated to grow into leadership

Service‑based electrical experience

Team leadership or apprentice mentoring

Familiar with Housecall Pro, ServiceTitan, etc.

Experience with generators, EV chargers, or smart home installs

OSHA 10 or 30

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