Lead Electrician

DaneCo Electric is expanding into the Sacramento area and hiring a Lead Electrician to direct field crews on residential and commercial projects while staying hands-on with complex electrical installations. This is a senior field role for an experienced electrician who is ready to take ownershipof job site operations and crew performance, without stepping into the full Foreman-level administrative and project management scope. Sacramento-area residency strongly preferred.

What You'll Do

• Direct and coordinate the daily work of field crew members (Electrician I, Electrician II, Electrical Helpers) on assigned project segments.

• Perform advanced electrical installations including panels, branch circuits, conduit systems, switchgear, and motor controls.

• Read and interpret complex blueprints, single-line diagrams, and specifications.

• Troubleshoot and resolve complex electrical problems using advanced testing equipment.

• Communicate daily job progress, material needs, and field issues to the Foreman.

• Enforce all safety policies, OSHA regulations, and site-specific safety plans.

• Mentor Electrician I and Helper staff on installation techniques, code compliance, and safety.

• Represent DaneCo professionally in interactions with GCs, inspectors, and other trades.

• High school diploma or GED.

• Minimum 7 years of hands-on electrical experience (residential and/or commercial).

• California General Electrician (GE) certification required.

• Advanced knowledge of the NEC and California Electrical Code.

• Ability to read complex blueprints and direct small crews effectively.

• Valid California driver's license and reliable transportation.

• OSHA 30-Hour certification preferred.

• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.