01 Electrician - HVAC

Cline's Heating and Air • Spokane Valley, WA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Cline's Heating and Air is seeking a skilled and dependable Licensed Electrician to join their team. This role will focus on the electrical aspects of HVAC installations and service work, with the opportunity to build out an electrical division. The position is hands-on and varied, involving equipment startups, panel change-outs, dedicated circuit installations, disconnects, and a range of residential and light commercial electrical jobs. The electrician will serve as the electrical expert for installation crews, service technicians, and customers, ensuring all work is code-compliant, safe, and meets Cline's high standards. Collaboration with installers and project managers is key to maintaining project schedules, troubleshooting issues, and representing the company professionally. This role is ideal for an electrician who takes pride in their work, desires variety, and seeks stability with a growing, locally and veteran-owned company.

Requirements

• WA EL01 Journey-Level Electrician — REQUIRED.
• 3+ years of hands-on electrical experience in residential and/or light commercial settings.
• Strong working knowledge of the NEC and applicable Washington and Idaho electrical codes.
• Experience with HVAC-related electrical work strongly preferred including mini-splits, heat pumps, panel upgrades, and dedicated circuits.
• Familiarity with low voltage control wiring for HVAC systems.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, electrical schematics, and equipment wiring diagrams.
• Skilled with multimeters, megohmmeters, and standard electrical testing and hand tools.
• Strong troubleshooting skills with the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Excellent communication skills able to interface professionally with customers, contractors, and team members.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on safety, code compliance, and clean, professional workmanship.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record required.
• Ability to pass background check and drug screening.

Nice To Haves

• Idaho Electrical Journeyman License — PREFERRED.
• Familiarity with ServiceTitan or similar field service software is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical hookups and startups for new HVAC equipment including furnaces, air conditioners, heat pumps, mini-splits, and tankless water heaters.
• Install line voltage and low voltage wiring for HVAC systems, ensuring proper sizing, routing, and termination.
• Coordinate closely with HVAC installers to ensure clean handoffs and integrated system performance.
• Verify equipment is wired to manufacturer specifications and commission systems alongside install crews.
• Perform residential and light commercial panel change outs, upgrades, and service swaps.
• Install dedicated circuits, disconnects, sub-panels, and breakers as required for HVAC and ancillary equipment.
• Diagnose and repair electrical issues found during installs or service calls.
• Pull permits and coordinate inspections with local jurisdictions in both Washington and Idaho.
• Ensure all work meets NEC, Washington, and Idaho state and local code requirements.
• Maintain quality control standards on every job, leaving each site clean, organized, and code-compliant.
• Document work performed, materials used, and any deviations or change orders clearly.
• Identify and proactively communicate scope gaps, safety issues, or code concerns before they become problems.
• Travel between job sites across the Spokane and Coeur d'Alene service areas.
• Communicate clearly with project managers, installers, service techs, and customers.
• Mentor and train HVAC installers on basic electrical best practices to reduce callbacks and improve overall quality.
• Maintain company vehicle, tools, and equipment in clean, organized, and operational condition.
• Prepare accurate estimates and proposals for residential and commercial electrical projects.
• Assess project scope through plans, specifications, site conditions, and customer needs.
• Calculate labor, materials, equipment, subcontractor, permitting, and other project costs.
• Quote service upgrades, panel replacements, new circuits, remodels, tenant improvements, equipment connections, repairs, and other electrical work.
• Identify applicable code, permitting, and inspection requirements before work begins.
• Recognize scope gaps, unforeseen conditions, and potential change-order risks during the estimating process.
• Build competitive pricing that meets customer expectations while protecting company margins.
• Clearly communicate project scope, exclusions, options, and pricing to customers and internal teams.
• Coordinate with technicians, project managers, vendors, and other trades to ensure accurate estimating and smooth project handoff.
• Update estimates and pricing as project scope, material costs, or field conditions change.
• Represent Cline's with professionalism, respect, and integrity on every jobsite.
• Communicate clearly with homeowners and contractors, explaining work in terms they understand.
• Take pride in craftsmanship every panel, every circuit, every connection should reflect the Cline's standard.

Benefits

• Competitive $40-$55/hour per hour dependent on experience.
• Company-provided vehicle, cell phone, laptop, and tablet.
• Dynamic team environment with opportunities for advancement.
• Paid holidays.
• Paid vacation time.
• Employee Recognition Program that provides bonuses and/or paid time off when employees provide exceptional service to the company and our customers.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed