Lead Electrician

Direct Electric Hawaii

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Waipahu, HI, us on site Until 8/23/2026 First posted March 22, 2025 Last posted March 22, 2025
Job description

Direct Electric Hawaii is a small growing business, locally owned and operated. We are an experienced and highly-recommended electrical contractor serving the electrical needs of residential and commercial properties on the island of Oahu, Hawaii.

LEAD ELECTRICIAN (Full Time):

This position is best for a person with a high standard of integrity and professionalism, who can provide leadership and technical expertise. We are looking for Electricians who can manage and run residential and commercial jobs from beginning to end. The ideal candidate will also be self-motivated to lead efforts for safe working practices.


Responsibilities:

• Provide leadership and technical expertise

• Lead efforts for safe working practices

• Troubleshoot residential and commercial electrical systems

• Working knowledge of applicable codes, 2008 and 2011 NEC

• Maintain timely and accurate reporting on job status to Direct Electric Hawaii management

• Order and stock materials for job site to keep work flow continuous


Qualifications:

At least 4 years of prior experience in the following:

•Installing photovoltaic systems

•Residential and commercial electrical

•Be punctual and reliable

•Must be willing and able to climb ladders, stairs and work on rooftops

•Capable of lifting 50lbs 

•Own hand tools

•Excellent customer service skills

•Excellent written and verbal communication skills 

•Exercise professionalism, strong work ethic and a positive attitude

•Must have a valid State issued Driver’s license

•Must have a clean driving record 

•Must have your own vehicle or way to work

•A valid Hawaii Journeyman’s Electrician license is a plus

•Excellent References


Benefits for Full-Time Positions: 

• Competitive compensation, starting between $20-$40 per hour (depending on experience)

• We offer training and assistance in obtaining a Journeyman’s license

• Full benefits package including medical, vision, dental, drug, retirement package and fuel compensation


Direct Electric Hawaii is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer (EOE). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. 


About this role

Summary

Lead residential and commercial electrician managing projects, troubleshooting, and ensuring safety and code compliance.

Job title

Lead Electrician

Experience level

4+ years

Industry

electrical contracting

Location requirements

Waipahu, HI, US; on-site, no remote work allowed

Salary

$20-$40

Management role

Yes

Skills & keywords

Required skills

electricianinstall photovoltaic systemsNEC codesdriver’s license

Preferred skills

Journeyman’s Electrician licensecustomer servicecommunication

Specializations

residentialcommercialphotovoltaicsafetycodes
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Waipahu, HI 96797, USA

On-site City