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Location: Charlottesville and Harrisonburg Virginia Areas
Job Type: Full-Time
Pay Range: $18–$25 based on verified electrical experience (commercial prefered), demonstrated skills, and relevant trade school or apprenticeship training. Candidates may be asked to provide documentation of prior work experience, education, or training to support their qualifications.
Reports To: Foreman or Superintendent

Why Design Electric?
At Design Electric, we don't just build electrical systems. We build careers, develop skilled tradespeople, and create opportunities for our employees to succeed. As a 100% employee-owned company, we believe our people are our greatest asset, and when our company succeeds, our employees share in that success.

Our culture is built around five core values: Safety, Innovation, Humble but Confident, Gets It Done, and Collaboration. These aren't just words on a wall. They're how we work, how we treat one another, and how we continue growing together. If you have electrical experience, take pride in your work, and want to continue developing your skills with a company that invests in its people, we'd love to hear from you!

Position Overview
We're looking for an Experienced Electrical Apprentice with at least 1–2 years of hands-on, on-the-job experience in electrical construction (commercial preferred)

This is NOT an entry-level position. We're looking for someone who already understands the basics of commercial electrical work, is comfortable using tools and working on active construction sites and is ready to take the next step in their electrical career. You'll work alongside experienced electricians, assisting with commercial electrical installations while continuing to develop your technical skills through hands-on experience, mentorship, and apprenticeship opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with installing, maintaining, and repairing commercial electrical wiring, equipment, devices, and fixtures.

• Measure, cut, bend, and install conduit and electrical support systems.

• Assist with pulling wire for branch and feeder circuits and performing electrical terminations under appropriate supervision.

• Safely operate hand tools, power tools, ladders, and other job-site equipment.

• Read and interpret basic electrical drawings, layouts, and instructions.

• Assist with troubleshooting electrical systems and identifying potential issues.

• Maintain tools, materials, and a clean, organized work environment.

• Participate in daily safety meetings and follow company safety procedures.

• Work collaboratively with electricians, foremen, and other team members to complete projects safely, efficiently, and accurately.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Minimum 1–2 years of actual, hands-on electrical construction experience required.

• Previous experience working on active commercial construction job sites.

• Basic knowledge of electrical installation methods, materials, and equipment.

• Experience using electrical hand tools, power tools, and measuring equipment.

• Familiarity with conduit bending, wire pulling, and electrical installations.

• Ability to follow instructions, work safely, and take initiative.

• Dependable, hardworking, and committed to producing quality work.

• Willingness to continue learning through apprenticeship training and on-the-job experience.

• Electrical trade school or formal apprenticeship training is a plus.

• Ability to perform physically demanding work, including lifting up to 50 lbs., climbing ladders, and working indoors and outdoors in varying conditions, with or without reasonable accommodation.

What We Offer

At Design Electric, we believe in taking care of our employees and giving them opportunities to build long-term, rewarding careers.

Employee Ownership & Financial Benefits

• 100% Employee-Owned Company (ESOP)

• 401(k) with a 25% company match

• Bonus and gainsharing opportunities

• Competitive hourly pay based on experience

Health & Wellness Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

• Disability coverage

• Health Savings Account (HSA)

• Cost-saving prescription program

• 24/7 virtual doctor consultations

• Company nurse advocate

• Free orthopedic and telemed care

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Work-Life Balance & Career Development

• Paid Time Off (PTO) and sick leave

• 7 paid holidays

• Company-supported electrical apprenticeship opportunities

• Hands-on training and mentorship

• Opportunities for career advancement

• Supportive leadership and a team-focused culture

• Employee Rewards Program and Boot Program

Ready to Build Your Future With Us?

If you already have commercial electrical experience and are looking for a company where your hard work is valued, your skills can grow, and you have an opportunity to become an employee-owner, Design Electric wants to hear from you!

Apply today and take the next step in your electrical career!

Equal Employment Opportunity

Design Electric, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal or Virginia law. Reasonable accommodations are available to qualified applicants and employees in accordance with applicable law.

Other Duties

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and responsibilities of the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties. Responsibilities may change based on business and project needs.

Requirements

At LEAST 1-2 Years. Commercial electric preferred.

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Location: Charlottesville and Harrisonburg Virginia Areas
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $25 – $35 per hour, based on verified experience and qualifications

Your Experience Should Be Recognized

You have spent years learning the electrical trade. Now you deserve an opportunity where your skills are valued, your work matters, and you can continue building your career.

Design Electric is hiring an experienced Electrician to join our commercial and industrial team. This is a hands-on position for someone who can safely complete electrical installations, read drawings, solve problems, and work productively with limited supervision. Design Electric has served Virginia for more than 40 years. As a 100% employee-owned company, our employees do more than work here. They share in the success they help create.

Experience Required

This position requires at least four years of verifiable, hands-on commercial and/or industrial electrical experience.

This is not an entry-level or beginning apprentice position. Applicants must be able to demonstrate experience performing electrical work. 

What You Will Do

As an Electrician at Design, you will work alongside a Superintendent, Foreman, or Leadman to safely and efficiently complete commercial and industrial projects.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Installing, maintaining, testing, and repairing commercial and industrial electrical systems

• Bending and installing conduit

• Pulling, routing, and terminating wire and cable

• Installing electrical equipment, devices, fixtures, and related components

• Reading and working from blueprints, drawings, and project specifications

• Identifying and troubleshooting electrical issues

• Completing work in accordance with the National Electrical Code, project requirements, and company safety standards

• Planning your work and using materials responsibly

• Maintaining a safe, organized, and productive work area

• Communicating professionally with supervisors, coworkers, and other trades

• Supporting and mentoring less-experienced team members when needed

What We Are Looking For

Qualified candidates should have:

• At least four years of verifiable commercial and/or industrial electrical experience

• Experience bending conduit, pulling wire, making terminations, and installing electrical systems

• The ability to read prints, drawings, and specifications

• A solid understanding of electrical codes and safe work practices

• The ability to complete assigned work with limited supervision

• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

• Dependable attendance and professional communication

• A collaborative attitude and pride in the electrical trade

• Authorization to work in the United States

A current Journeyman Electrician license is preferred but not required.

Why Join Design Electric?

At Design Electric, you are joining an established company that values Safety, Collaboration, Innovation, being Humble but Confident, and Getting It Done.

Our benefits include:

• Employee Stock Ownership Program, making you an employee-owner

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

• 401(k) with a 25% company match

• Health Savings Account

• Cost-saving prescription program

• 24/7 virtual doctor visits

• Company nurse advocate

• Free orthopedic and telemedicine care

• Paid time off and sick leave

• Seven paid holidays

• Bonus and gainsharing opportunities

• Short-term and long-term disability coverage

• Opportunities to develop your skills and advance into leadership

Physical Requirements

This position requires the ability to perform the essential functions of commercial and industrial electrical work safely. This may include standing, walking, climbing, reaching, bending, lifting, using tools and equipment, and working in varying jobsite conditions throughout the workday. Reasonable accommodations may be provided for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Ready to Talk?

If you have at least four years of commercial or industrial electrical experience and are ready to explore your next opportunity, we would like to hear from you.

Apply today to start a confidential conversation about your experience, goals, and potential future with Design Electric.

Design Electric, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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Location: Charlottesville and Harrisonburg Virginia Areas
Job Type: Full-time
Compensation: $35.00- $45.00 Based on verified experience, leadership capabilities, licensing, and qualifications.

Lead the Work. Develop the Crew. Share in the Success.
You have built your electrical career through years of hands-on experience. You know how to plan the work, lead a crew, solve field problems, and keep a project moving safely and productively. Now you deserve to work for a company that recognizes the value of your leadership.

Design Electric is hiring an experienced Commercial Electrical Foreman to lead field teams on commercial and industrial projects. This is a working leadership position for someone who can turn project plans into organized daily work, develop electricians and apprentices, and take ownership of jobsite performance. Design Electric has served Virginia for more than 40 years. As a 100% employee-owned company, our employees do more than work here. They share in the success they help create.

Experience Required
This position requires at least six years of verifiable commercial and/or industrial electrical experience, including demonstrated experience leading electricians, apprentices, or electrical crews.

This is not an entry-level position. Applicants must have hands-on commercial or industrial electrical experience and be prepared to discuss the crews, projects, and electrical installations they have led. 

What You Will Do
As an Electrical Foreman, you will oversee daily field operations while working closely with the Superintendent and project leadership to complete projects safely, efficiently, and professionally.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading and supervising electricians, apprentices, and helpers on active jobsites

• Planning daily and weekly work activities based on project schedules and priorities

• Assigning work based on each crew member’s experience and capabilities

• Coordinating manpower, materials, tools, equipment, and project workflow

• Reading and interpreting blueprints, specifications, BIM drawings, and project documents

• Laying out electrical installations and communicating expectations clearly to the crew

• Monitoring productivity, labor hours, project progress, and quality of work

• Anticipating material needs and coordinating deliveries to prevent delays

• Identifying field conflicts, changes, and potential project risks

• Communicating progress, manpower needs, and field issues to project leadership

• Ensuring work complies with the National Electrical Code, NFPA 70E, project requirements, and company safety standards

• Maintaining accurate jobsite documentation using company systems

• Coordinating effectively with general contractors, other trades, inspectors, and project stakeholders

• Mentoring electricians and apprentices to strengthen their technical and leadership skills

• Maintaining a safe, organized, professional, and productive jobsite

What We Are Looking For

Qualified candidates should have:

• At least six years of verifiable commercial and/or industrial electrical experience

• Demonstrated experience leading electrical crews and coordinating daily field operations

• Strong knowledge of commercial electrical systems, installation methods, and safe work practices

• Experience planning manpower, materials, equipment, and workflow

• The ability to read and work from blueprints, specifications, and BIM drawings

• Working knowledge of the National Electrical Code and NFPA 70E

• The ability to track labor, productivity, progress, and jobsite documentation

• Strong leadership, organization, communication, and problem-solving skills

• The confidence to make field decisions and the humility to collaborate with project leadership

• Dependable attendance and a commitment to quality workmanship

• Authorization to work in the United States

A current Journeyman or Master Electrician license is preferred but not required.

What Success Looks Like

A successful Design Electric Foreman:

• Plans ahead instead of reacting to preventable problems

• Sets clear expectations and holds the crew accountable

• Keeps safety, quality, and productivity working together

• Communicates challenges before they become project delays

• Uses labor and materials responsibly

• Develops the people working under their leadership

• Represents Design Electric professionally on every jobsite

• Takes ownership of the project’s success

Why Join Design Electric?

At Design Electric, you are joining an established company that values Safety, Collaboration, Innovation, being Humble but Confident, and Getting It Done.

Our benefits include:

• Employee Stock Ownership Program, making you an employee-owner

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

• 401(k) with company match

• Health Savings Account

• Paid time off and sick leave

• Paid holidays

• Bonus and gainsharing opportunities

• Short-term and long-term disability coverage

• Free orthopedic and telemedicine services

• 24/7 virtual healthcare access

• Company nurse advocate

• Prescription cost-saving program

• Opportunities to continue developing as a field leader

Physical Requirements

This position requires the ability to perform the essential functions of commercial and industrial electrical field leadership safely. This may include standing, walking, climbing, reaching, bending, lifting, using tools and equipment, and working in varying jobsite conditions throughout the workday. Reasonable accommodations may be provided for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Ready to Lead?

If you have the commercial or industrial electrical experience, field leadership skills, and commitment to developing a strong crew, we would like to hear from you.

Apply today to start a confidential conversation about your experience, leadership goals, and potential future with Design Electric.

Design Electric, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Summary

6-15 years of commercial electrical experience.