Electrical Lead Installer

Bell Brothers•Hayward, CA

1d•$42 - $53•Onsite

About The Position

Bell Brothers is hiring an Electrical Lead Installer to lead sold residential electrical installation projects from arrival through completion. This is a hands-on leadership role for an experienced electrician responsible for safe execution, code-compliant work, crew productivity, homeowner communication, and job closeout. The role includes organizing projects, solving field challenges, and developing crew members. The Lead Installer sets the standard for workmanship, jobsite organization, professional conduct, and safety. They coach less-experienced electricians and apprentices through clear instruction, delegation, and field support, while remaining accountable for the finished installation. Scope, pricing, design, or customer commitment changes must be escalated to Electrical leadership rather than made without authorization. The position is performed in the field at residential properties, including occupied homes. The installer performs electrical work while directing the crew, maintaining safe working conditions, and protecting homeowners' property. Safe use of tools, equipment, and appropriate personal protective equipment is required.

Requirements

Current California Residential Electrician Certification or a higher electrical certification.
Must be a certified residential journeyman.
Residential electrical installation experience sufficient to independently lead complex projects and direct a small crew.
Strong knowledge of service upgrades, main panels, subpanels, rewires, device replacements, branch circuits, grounding and bonding, wiring methods, and residential electrical equipment.
Strong understanding of applicable electrical codes and safe installation practices.
Ability to lead, delegate to, and develop apprentices and other installation crew members.
Professional communication with homeowners, crew members, and Electrical leadership.
Ability to use ServiceTitan or similar field-service software and mobile technology.
Safe use of tools and equipment and appropriate personal protective equipment.

Responsibilities

Lead residential projects including main panel replacements, service upgrades, subpanels, rewires, device replacements, dedicated circuits, system upgrades, and electrical work supporting other trades.
Review the approved scope, material package, photos, notes, and installation requirements before starting work.
Coordinate scope questions, technical concerns, material issues, and additional work requirements with the Electrical Field Supervisor or appropriate leader.
Plan daily installation activities and assign tasks based on crew members' skills, project requirements, and safe work practices.
Perform and oversee installations that meet applicable electrical codes, manufacturer requirements, company standards, and the approved scope.
Coach apprentices and installers while remaining responsible for crew performance, conduct, and overall job execution.
Keep homeowners informed about work progress, expected interruptions, project status, and completion.
Monitor productivity and communicate potential delays or material shortages early, following department processes.
Complete testing and quality checks before placing installed systems or equipment into service.
Complete required ServiceTitan documentation, photos, invoice summaries, signatures, payment collection, financing paperwork, and work-completed acknowledgments.
Identify and communicate return work, corrections, restoration, inspection items, and follow-up needs before closing the job.
Maintain the assigned installation vehicle, tools, equipment, and company-issued property.