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Electrical Contractor jobs are open across residential construction, commercial development, and industrial facilities, from apprentice and journeyman to master electrician and project lead, with specializations in low-voltage systems, panel installation, and code compliance. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Office Administrator / Permitting Coordinator
We are seeking a full-time Office Administrator / Permitting Coordinator to join our growing team. The ideal candidate is organized, professional, detail-oriented, and experienced in handling office operations in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities
- Handle permitting processes and communicate with local municipalities
- Manage and organize company emails and correspondence
- Track company expenses, receipts, and invoices
- Use Jobber software to track jobs, invoices, payments, and stay on top of cash flow
- Maintain schedules, files, and office documentation
- Coordinate with customers, vendors, and field staff
- Assist with general administrative and office duties
- Keep projects and paperwork organized and up to date
Requirements
- Experience with permitting processes
- Experience using Jobber software or similar
- Strong email communication skills
- Experience tracking expenses and organizing financial records
- Highly organized and detail-oriented
- Ability to multitask and work independently
- Proficient with computers and common office software
- Professional attitude and strong communication skills
Preferred Experience
- Construction or electrical industry office experience
- QuickBooks or bookkeeping experience
- Experience dealing with inspections and permit portals
Position Details
- Full-time
- Monday–Friday
- Competitive pay based on experience
Please submit your resume along with a brief description of your experience.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $22.00 - $28.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Work Location: In person
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Medical Devices
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in electrical contractor jobs.
- Valid state journeyman or master electrician license required
- Proficiency reading and interpreting electrical blueprints and schematics
- Working knowledge of the National Electrical Code and local amendments
- Experience with conduit bending, panel installation, and wire pulling
- OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 construction safety certification
- Ability to pass a background check and drug screening
Tips for Your Electrical Contractor Job Search
List your licenses by state
Electrical contractor roles are licensed at the state level, and many job listings screen for a specific license tier. Put your journeyman or master electrician license, the issuing state, and the expiration date near the top of your resume so hiring managers spot it immediately.
Highlight the codes you know
Mention the National Electrical Code edition you work under and any local amendments you've applied. Contractors hiring for commercial or industrial work want to see that you understand inspection requirements and can wire to code without rework, not just that you completed the work.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists electrical contractor openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by project type
Residential, commercial, and industrial electrical work draw on different skills and tools. Filter your search by the project type you know best, since a resume built around tenant improvement buildouts reads differently to a general contractor than one focused on substation maintenance.
Prepare for a hands-on skills assessment
Many electrical contractors include a practical test before or after the interview, covering conduit bending, blueprint reading, or troubleshooting a live circuit. Know which tools you'll be expected to demonstrate with and be ready to walk through your safety protocol out loud.
Negotiate total compensation, not just hourly rate
Electrical contractor offers often include per diem, travel pay, tools and vehicle allowances, and union benefit contributions that vary widely between employers. Confirm which of these are included before you accept so you're comparing the full package across offers.
Electrical Contractor Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most electrical contractors?
Superior Contracting & Maintenance, Service Electric Company, a Quanta Services, and Feyen Zylstra are hiring the most electrical contractors right now, with openings concentrated in North Carolina, Florida, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Volume tends to track commercial construction starts and infrastructure project awards in each region.
How many electrical contractor jobs are remote?
About 15% of electrical contractor openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how field-dependent most of the work is. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements are estimating, project management, and design coordination roles within electrical contracting firms.
How do you become an electrical contractor?
Start by completing an apprenticeship through a union program or non-union trade school, which combines classroom instruction with supervised field hours. After logging the required hours, you sit for a journeyman exam in your state. With additional experience and a separate exam, you can earn a master electrician license, which most states require before you can pull permits as an independent contractor.
How do you get hired as an electrical contractor with little experience?
Entry-level candidates get hired as apprentices or electrical helpers, so apply to postings that list those titles rather than holding out for journeyman-level roles. Completing even a semester of a trade program or vocational course signals commitment. Employers in residential construction and tenant improvement work are more likely to train helpers on the job than large industrial contractors.
What does the electrical contractor interview process look like?
Most electrical contractor interviews start with a phone or in-person screen covering your license tier, the types of projects you've worked on, and your availability. A field supervisor or foreman typically handles a second round that includes code and troubleshooting questions. Some employers also administer a written or hands-on skills test before making an offer.
Where can I find and apply to electrical contractor jobs?
You can find and apply to electrical contractor jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your license tier, project experience, and preferred location, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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