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Ladder

Digital platform connecting contractors with electricians

Electrical Service Technician

Full-Time
$28 - $38/hr
Mid
Tucker, GA, USA
In Person
Building TradesElectrical

About the job

Requirements
  • At least 4 years of commercial experience in the electrical field.
  • A valid driver's license, a clean driving record, and reliable transportation.
  • Availability for an on-call rotation, including after-hours and weekend emergency calls one week per month.
  • Must have own tools.
  • Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test.
  • Ability to read blueprints and schematics.
  • Strong troubleshooting and critical-thinking skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Commercial experience.
  • Minimum 1 year of experience as an Electrical Foreman in commercial projects.
Responsibilities
  • Repair, service, and install electrical systems while maintaining safety and quality standards.
  • Troubleshoot and repair defective equipment.
  • Perform routine preventative maintenance.
  • Adhere to all safety policies and procedures.
  • Respond to service requests and efficiently repair electrical systems.
  • Maintain company quality standards.
  • Communicate estimated timelines and changes to work orders to the service team.
  • Install new equipment and wiring to expand infrastructure as needed.
  • Record service work orders and report progress to service management.
  • Seek cost-effective solutions without compromising quality.
  • Assess systems and equipment for damage, malfunctions, or safety hazards to prevent future issues.
  • Maintain equipment in good condition.
  • Maintain a clean and organized work environment.

About the company

Ladder connects construction contractors with skilled electricians in the electrical sector through a digital platform that streamlines the hiring process. Contractors post full-time job openings, and Ladder charges a fee for connecting them with qualified workers, while avoiding staffing-agency models by only allowing real contractors to post jobs. For job seekers, Ladder offers a free online course with basic electrical training and safety guidance, and upon completion the platform notifies potential employers, which has led to a high rate of job offers for graduates. The company differentiates itself by focusing on authentic contractor-led postings, combining a practical training-to-employment pathway with a technology-based hiring flow created by ex-contractors and technologists. Its goal is to simplify and accelerate the process of finding reliable electrical talent for contractors and to provide a clear entry path for newcomers into the electrical trades.

Company Size

1-10

Company Stage

Seed

Total Funding

$130K

Headquarters

Atlanta, Georgia

Founded

2019

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Buildforce raised $10 million on July 28, 2026 for national expansion.
  • Ladder’s 10,000 pre-screened electricians give Buildforce immediate supply liquidity in the Southeast.
  • Buildforce runs W-2 staffing, payroll, workers’ comp, and certified payroll reporting.

What critics are saying

  • Buildforce directly replaces Ladder’s standalone brand; customer churn could follow integration through 2027.
  • Staffing spreads compress quickly if contractors bypass Buildforce for internal recruiters.
  • If Buildforce misses national density, Ladder’s platform disappears inside a larger staffing business.

What makes Ladder unique

  • Buildforce inherited Ladder’s Southeast electrician network and 200-plus contractor customers.
  • Ladder specialized in commercial and industrial electricians, not general labor staffing.
  • Alex Stewart stayed on after the 2024 acquisition, preserving regional contractor relationships.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Holidays

Company News

The Business Journals
Dec 16th, 2024
Construction tech company Buildforce buys Atlanta startup Ladder

Construction tech company Buildforce buys Atlanta startup Ladder.