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Ladder

Digital platform connecting contractors with electricians

Electrician

Full-Time
No salary listed
Mid
Norcross, GA, USA
In PersonWork is across the Metro Atlanta Area, indoors or outdoors depending on the project site.
Building TradesElectrical

About the job

Requirements
  • A minimum of 1 year of experience as an Electrical Foreman in commercial projects.
  • Four years of electrical experience, with commercial experience preferred.
  • Basic experience with low-voltage systems.
  • Proficiency in basic computer skills.
  • Knowledge of the National Electric Code and construction safety requirements.
  • Ability to read and interpret plans and diagrams.
  • Strong safety consciousness.
  • A valid driver's license.
Responsibilities
  • Install commercial electrical systems while ensuring high standards of safety and quality.
  • Lead and supervise a team of 2–3 electricians and apprentices to achieve project goals and meet project schedules.
  • Communicate daily goals and assignments with the superintendent.
  • Ensure necessary materials are readily available and organized.
  • Maintain high workmanship standards while adhering to Occupational Safety and Health Administration and company regulations.
  • Provide status updates to the superintendent regarding task progress.
  • Use technology to improve communication and efficiency.
  • Ensure personal and team use of work tools complies with safety regulations.
  • Interpret and install according to conduit drawings and blueprints.
  • Represent the company professionally.
  • Optimize team efficiency and implement suggestions to improve productivity.
  • Complete and submit required paperwork accurately and efficiently.
Desired Qualifications
  • Proficient knowledge of the National Electric Code.
  • Fluency in Spanish.
  • Skill in reading and interpreting plans and diagrams.
  • Strong leadership skills.
  • Experience as a Superintendent or Foreman.
  • Knowledge of prefabrication techniques.
  • Occupational Safety and Health Administration 10 and 30 certifications.
  • Knowledge of NFPA 70E standards.
  • A Journeyman's License and Master Electrician's License.
  • Certification in scissor lift, boom lift, and telehandler operation.
  • Knowledge of low-voltage, fire alarm, and lighting control systems.
  • Experience with Bluebeam, Fieldwire, Rexit, Conest, AutoCAD, or Building Information Modeling software.

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.