Journeyman Electrician (Must have HVAC Experience)

Job Description

Job Description

Together We Build – Partnership, Innovation, Excellence, and Safety

At Kelso Industries, 3,500+ employees across 30 companies work together to deliver exceptional HVAC, mechanical, plumbing, refrigeration, and electrical solutions nationwide. Join us to grow your career, make an impact, and be part of a team where innovation, excellence, and safety come first.

Recruiter Notice: We respectfully ask external recruiters and staffing agencies not to submit candidates. We only accept direct applications.

About Us

Retrofit Technology specializes in all aspects of commercial HVAC systems, including installation, maintenance, and service. Our team is equipped to handle projects from start to finish with precision and care. Backed by certified welders, electricians, and service technicians, Retrofit Technology has the expertise to tackle even the most challenging HVAC projects, delivering exceptional results every time.

Journeyman Electrician – Commercial/Industrial HVAC

Location: Bloomington, CA
Pay: $42–$45/hr + Per Diem + Company Truck + Full Benefits
Travel: Throughout Southern California (Hotels Paid + Per Diem)

About RetroFit Technology

At RetroFit Technology, we don't just install HVAC systems —
we solve the toughest electrical + mechanical challenges in Southern California.

Our crews include top electricians, certified welders, and elite HVAC techs who take pride in doing work most companies can't do. If you like complex projects, clean installs, and being part of a high-level team, this is where you want to be.

What This Job Is

A hands-on Journeyman Electrician role focused on the electrical side of commercial and industrial HVAC systems.
You'll install, commission, troubleshoot, and support everything from VFDs to control systems to high/low voltage distribution.

You won't be stuck in the same building every day — this role gives you variety, travel, and a lot of autonomy.
Hotels? Paid.
Per diem? Covered.
Work truck? Yours.

What You'll Do

• Install and commission HVAC electrical systems: VFDs, disconnects, controls, motors, high/low voltage circuits.

• Read blueprints, schematics, and control diagrams and turn them into clean, code-compliant installations.

• Ensure everything meets CEC, NEC, and OSHA requirements—no shortcuts.

• Troubleshoot issues in the field and keep projects moving.

• Work directly with welders, HVAC techs, project managers, and mechanical teams.

• Travel across SoCal depending on project needs (overnights included).

⭐ What You Bring

• 10+ years commercial/industrial electrical experience.

• California Certified Electrician (required).

• Real-world experience with HVAC electrical, motor controls, VFDs, relays, sensors, and control wiring.

• Ability to work independently and solve problems on the go.

• Valid driver's license + willingness to travel.

What You Get

• $42–$45/hr depending on experience.

• Company vehicle + gas card.

• Per diem & hotels paid for overnight travel.

• Medical, dental, vision, PTO, and holidays.

• A supportive crew, steady work, and projects that actually challenge your skills.

Why Electricians Choose RetroFit

• You're treated like a professional — not micromanaged.

• The work is high-skill, high-impact, and never boring.

• You get to work alongside elite welders and HVAC techs on projects most contractors don't touch.

• The company invests in your success and keeps you busy year-round.

Ready for Your Next Step?

If you're a certified electrician who takes pride in your craft and wants steady, exciting work with a great team — we'd love to meet you. Apply today.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from our lowest geographic market up to our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Kelso Industries is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered and forms of compensation that may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits.

California Pay Range

$40—$45 USD

Why Join Kelso Industries?

Join us and be part of a team dedicated to creating efficient, sustainable, and high-performance environments that make a lasting impact across the industrial, commercial, and institutional sectors.

Here you will experience:

Growth Opportunities: Develop new skills, take on exciting challenges, and advance your career in meaningful ways.

Company Culture: You'll thrive in an environment that supports your growth, values your contributions, and makes work fulfilling and enjoyable.

Impact: Your work directly contributes to meaningful outcomes, allowing you to see the difference you make and feel a sense of purpose every day.

Competitive Compensation & Benefits: You'll be rewarded fairly for your contributions while enjoying perks that enhance your financial security, health, and overall well-being.

Kelso Industries celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate in any aspect of employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local employment discrimination laws where Kelso does business