Electrician

Electrical Commercial Wireman

Fountain Services, LLC has been a trusted leader in the electrical contracting industry for over 75 years. With offices across North and South Carolina, we specialize in residential, commercial, and industrial electrical services.

Our mission is to empower employees through ongoing training, career development, and a culture of integrity, accountability, and mutual respect. We don't just build electrical systems — we build careers.

Why Join Fountain Services?

• Career Growth: We offer a North Carolina-accredited and Registered Apprenticeship Program. Employees have access to leadership training, including Foreman and Superintendent Academies, and clear pathways for advancement. Tuition reimbursement and bi-annual performance reviews support long-term development.
• Supportive Culture: We foster a work environment that values well-being, professional respect, and collaborative leadership.
• Community Engagement: Our company is actively involved in local communities. We sponsor youth sports programs, nonprofits, and support civic organizations through economic and workforce development boards.
• Benefits:
  • Competitive wages with performance-based bonuses and opportunities for promotion
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid holidays and paid time off
  • Tuition reimbursement and continued education opportunities
  • Leadership development programs
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Company-sponsored events and team-building activities

Your Role: Electrical Commercial Wireman

Fountain Services is currently hiring Commercial Wiremen and Journeyman Electricians to support commercial and industrial projects across our regional footprint. This position is ideal for professionals with hands-on experience in electrical installation who are ready to work in a team environment and mentor others while maintaining a high standard of craftsmanship.

Key Responsibilities

• Use and maintain basic hand tools and company-provided tools
• Identify appropriate fasteners and materials for job-specific needs
• Follow detailed layouts and install branch circuitry and feeder conduits
• Bend and install EMT, rigid, and PVC conduit (1" to 4") using hand and ratcheting benders
• Install fixtures, devices, and proper terminations
• Interpret and follow construction documents and wiring diagrams
• Plan and execute wire pulls and terminations, including up to 4" conduit
• Understand lighting controls, grounding, and conduit/wire types and applications
• Perform transformer installations and troubleshooting
• Use wire crimping tools effectively
• Mentor apprentices and junior team members, ensuring quality of their work
• Ensure all work complies with the National Electrical Code (NEC)

Minimum Requirements

• 4+ years of commercial or industrial electrical experience
• High school diploma or GED
• Must pass a mandatory drug screening
• Must provide two professional references
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
• Must own basic personal tools of the trade

Preferred Qualifications

• Referral from a current Fountain Services employee
• Formal training in an accredited apprenticeship or trade school program
• OSHA-10 or other relevant electrical certifications

Portfolio

We deliver some of the highest-value and most complex electrical projects in the region. Examples of our work include:

• Charlotte Spectrum Center – Charlotte, NC – $34 million
• Kimpton Hotel Arras – Asheville, NC – $7.7 million
• Appalachian State University Residence Halls – Boone, NC – $22 million
• Greenville Drive Stadium – Greenville, SC – $3 million
• Ballantyne Reimagined – Stream Park and The Amp – Charlotte, NC – $3.7 million

View more projects on our portfolio page.

Our Four Keys to Success

At Fountain Services, all employees — from entry-level to leadership — commit to:

1. Show up every day on time
2. Appreciate instruction from leaders
3. Let your work ethic speak for you
4. Retain knowledge

We're looking for professionals who want to build a long-term career in a company that values growth, integrity, and high performance.

If that sounds like you, we want to hear from you.