Lead Electrician

Job Description

Job Description

About Electrical Unlimited, An American Energy Group Company

Electrical Unlimited, An American Energy Group Company, is a full-service electrical contractor serving Southwest Florida. Founded in 1989, Electrical Unlimited brings decades of experience providing commercial and residential electrical services throughout the region.

As part of American Energy Group, our capabilities are expanding beyond traditional electrical contracting to include commercial and residential EV charging infrastructure, LED and architectural lighting, battery storage, backup power, solar, and other energy solutions.

Our mission is simple: Where Energy Meets Efficiency.

Position Summary

Are you an experienced electrician ready to take ownership of projects and help lead a growing electrical operation in Southwest Florida?

Electrical Unlimited is seeking a highly skilled Lead Electrician with 5–10+ years of field experience to join our Fort Myers team. We are looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and has the experience and judgment to independently run electrical projects, lead crews, troubleshoot field conditions, coordinate with customers and inspectors, and ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and to code.

This is not an entry-level position. We are looking for an experienced electrician who takes ownership, solves problems, communicates professionally, leads by example, and takes pride in delivering quality workmanship.

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial and residential electrical projects from start to completion
• Supervise, train, and mentor electricians and apprentices
• Plan daily work, manpower, materials, and jobsite activities
• Read and interpret electrical plans, blueprints, one-lines, and specifications
• Install, troubleshoot, maintain, and repair electrical systems and equipment
• Perform electrical service upgrades, panel replacements, and equipment installations
• Install generators and backup power systems
• Install residential and commercial EV charging systems, including Level 2 and DC fast charging equipment
• Install LED and architectural lighting systems and lighting controls
• Assist with battery energy storage and renewable energy installations as the Florida operation expands
• Ensure work complies with the NEC, applicable Florida requirements, local codes, manufacturer specifications, and company safety standards
• Coordinate inspections and communicate professionally with inspectors and AHJs
• Identify jobsite issues and develop practical field solutions
• Maintain accurate job documentation, material records, photos, and project information
• Communicate professionally with customers, general contractors, vendors, project managers, and other trades
• Help identify change-order conditions and communicate additional work before proceeding
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe company vehicle and jobsite
• Ensure assigned projects meet company expectations for safety, quality, productivity, and customer service

Qualifications

• 5–10+ years of electrical field experience required
• Strong commercial electrical experience required
• Previous experience running jobs and leading electrical crews strongly preferred
• Strong working knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC)
• Experience working under Florida and Southwest Florida permitting, inspection, and electrical requirements preferred
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Ability to read blueprints, electrical drawings, specifications, and one-line diagrams
• Experience with service upgrades, panels, transformers, generators, lighting, and electrical distribution systems
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record
• Ability to safely lift 50+ pounds and work from ladders and lifts
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in Southwest Florida conditions
• Experience with EV charging, generators, lighting controls, battery storage, or solar is a plus
• OSHA and/or other electrical safety certifications are a plus
• Willingness to travel occasionally when project needs require it

What We're Looking For, The ideal candidate is:

• A natural leader who can confidently run a jobsite
• Dependable and accountable
• Safety-minded
• Detail-oriented
• Customer-focused
• A strong communicator
• A team player
• Professional in appearance and communication
• Organized and efficient
• Comfortable making field decisions and solving problems
• Someone who takes pride in quality workmanship
• Interested in growing with the company as our Florida operation expands

What We Offer

• Competitive pay of approximately $28-32$ hour, based on experience
• Company vehicle for qualified candidates
• Health insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Paid vacation
• Paid holidays — we believe time with your family shouldn't come at the expense of your paycheck
• Opportunities for overtime
• Ongoing training and industry certifications
• Career advancement opportunities
• Opportunities to work with emerging technologies including EV charging and battery storage
• Opportunities for advancement as Electrical Unlimited and American Energy Group expand
• Quarterly team-building events
• The stability of an established Southwest Florida electrical contractor combined with the resources and growth opportunities of American Energy Group

Why Join Electrical Unlimited?

Electrical Unlimited has served Southwest Florida since 1989, building its reputation through quality electrical work and long-standing customer relationships. Now, as Electrical Unlimited, An American Energy Group Company, we're building on that foundation and expanding what we can offer our customers and our employees.

You'll have the opportunity to work on a wide variety of projects—from traditional commercial and residential electrical work to EV charging infrastructure, advanced lighting, generators, battery storage, and other emerging energy technologies.

We're looking for experienced electricians who want more than another job. We want people who are interested in helping us grow our Florida operation, developing the electricians around them, and building a long-term career with the company.

If you're an experienced electrician who values quality workmanship, takes ownership of your projects, and wants to join a company investing in its people and its future, we'd like to hear from you.

Electrical Unlimited, An American Energy Group Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.