Generator Installation Electrician - Residential
About The Position
Adams, Inc. is seeking motivated electricians to join their Home Backup Power team in Elkhorn, Wisconsin. This position focuses primarily on installing transfer switches and completing residential electrical work associated with home standby generator installations. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced electricians, Residential Journeyman Electricians, and advanced electrical apprentices looking for immediate career advancement. If you have the required experience to sit for the Wisconsin Residential Journeyman Electrician exam, we want to talk with you. As a family-owned company serving customers throughout Wisconsin and Illinois, we are committed to providing exceptional service, investing in our employees, and creating long-term career growth opportunities.
Requirements
- Minimum of 3 years of approved electrical experience and at least 3,000 documented electrical work hours.
- Must be eligible to legally sit for the Wisconsin Residential Journeyman Electrician Examination within 30 days of hire.
- Ability to provide documentation of qualifying electrical experience and hours.
- Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
- High school diploma or GED.
- Ability to lift 70+ pounds and safely work from ladders and other jobsite equipment.
- Must be able to pass a background check and drug screening.
Nice To Haves
- Wisconsin Residential Journeyman Electrician License.
- Wisconsin Journeyman Electrician License.
- 3rd or 4th year electrical apprentice currently enrolled in an approved apprenticeship program.
- Experience with residential service work, panel changes, transfer switches, generators, or standby power systems.
Responsibilities
- Install residential transfer switches and associated electrical components for standby generator systems.
- Perform electrical service upgrades, panel work, conduit installation, and branch circuit modifications as required.
- Troubleshoot and verify proper operation of generator systems and transfer equipment.
- Read and interpret electrical diagrams, blueprints, and installation instructions.
- Ensure all work complies with applicable electrical codes and safety standards.
- Communicate professionally with homeowners and team members throughout the installation process.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized job site.
Benefits
- 401(k) matching
- Company car
- Company parties
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Employee discounts
- Free uniforms
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- Training & development
- Vision insurance
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Company Vehicle (where applicable)
- Annual Tool Allowance
- 50% Tool Co-Op Program up to $500 annually on approved tools
- Partial workwear stipend for work pants and rain gear
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Options
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee Discounts on Company Services
- Career Development and Advancement Opportunities
- Family-Oriented Culture and Work-Life Balance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
