Company Overview
Upchurch is a rapidly growing, full-service building engineering company providing mechanical, plumbing, HVAC, and electrical services across the southeastern United States. Founded in 1970 and headquartered in Horn Lake, MS, Upchurch has grown through both organic expansion and strategic acquisitions, establishing a strong reputation for quality, reliability, and service excellence. We offer end-to-end solutions—from design and installation to ongoing maintenance and emergency support—helping clients maximize building performance, energy efficiency, and equipment lifespan.
Position Summary
The Lead Tech Electrician performs and leads commercial electrical service work including troubleshooting, repairs, small projects, and preventive maintenance. This role sets the day’s plan with Dispatch/Service Manager, leads/mentors helpers or apprentices, ensures work meets NEC/NFPA 70E and company standards, and documents work clearly in our field system.
What You’ll Do
Diagnose and repair 277/480V and 120/208V systems, panels, transformers, lighting, receptacles, and distribution equipment.
Install, terminate, and test branch circuits, feeders, raceways (EMT/RMC/PVC), wire pulls, and terminations to spec.
Troubleshoot and service motor controls, starters, contactors, overloads, VFD basics, and related control wiring.
Perform PMs, testing, and verification (insulation resistance, continuity, voltage, amperage, phase balance); record readings.
Read/interpret prints, one-lines, panel schedules, and cut sheets; identify conflicts and propose solutions.
Coordinate daily plan with Dispatch/Service Manager; communicate parts needs; confirm site readiness and shutdowns/LOTO.
Lead small crews safely and productively; provide on-the-job coaching to apprentices/helpers.
Complete accurate work orders, photos, parts, and time in the mobile app (e.g., BuildOps) in real time.
Enforce safety: LOTO, PPE, fall protection, ladder/roof safety, energized work permits; maintain clean, organized work areas/vehicle.
Interface professionally with customers; set expectations, provide status updates, and review punch items/closeout.
Minimum Qualifications
5+ years commercial/industrial electrical experience, with at least 1–2 years in a lead role preferred.
Strong proficiency with NEC code compliance, conduit bending, wire pulling, and terminations.
Solid troubleshooting skills for distribution, lighting, and controls at 1Ø/3Ø, 120–480V.
Ability to read/mark up schematics and one-lines and plan the work accordingly.
Valid driver’s license and insurable MVR.
Physically able to lift 50+ lbs, work at heights/rooftops and in confined spaces; tolerate seasonal temps.
Clear, professional communication and reliable documentation habits.
Preferred (Nice to Have)
State Journeyman (or Master) Electrician license.
OSHA-10 (or ability to obtain within 30 days).
Experience with generators/ATS, VFDs, lighting controls, and basic PLC I/O troubleshooting.
Customer-facing service experience and tablet/mobile workflow (work orders, timecards, parts ordering).
Tools, Vehicle & Allowances
Company provides major test equipment; technician maintains a standard electrician’s hand-tool set.
Company vehicle or vehicle allowance (role/location dependent).
Cell allowance ($50 or $75 per policy).
Uniforms and required PPE provided.
Work Environment
Field-based at customer sites; exposure to weather, rooftops, and operational facilities.
Local travel during the workday; overtime and on-call rotation as scheduled.
Benefits:
Competitive salary based on experience.
Health, dental, and vision insurance.
Paid time off and holiday pay.
Opportunities for professional development and certification assistance.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
Upchurch Companies provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
