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Ladder

Digital platform connecting contractors with electricians

Electrician Apprentice

Full-Time
$20 - $25/hr
Junior
Atlanta, GA, USA
In PersonMust travel to job sites across the nation and to other cities or states as assigned.
Field ServiceEquipment Field Service

About the job

Requirements
  • At least 2 years of electrical work experience.
  • Hands-on experience with electrical work and troubleshooting, or related field service experience.
  • Proven working experience in service operations.
  • Intermediate computer skills.
  • A good driving record demonstrating the ability to safely operate a motor vehicle.
  • Ability to travel to different cities and states based on assigned projects.
Responsibilities
  • Install, maintain, repair, troubleshoot, and service electrical charging infrastructure using computer diagnostics and basic electrical tools.
  • Diagnose and repair charging-infrastructure problems and perform scheduled maintenance.
  • Maintain detailed and timely documentation for repairs and installations.
  • Coordinate with third-party vendors to execute projects.
  • Ensure services and projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.
  • Ensure resource availability and allocation to meet client service requirements.
  • Manage a detailed service plan to monitor and track progress.
  • Measure charging-infrastructure performance using appropriate tools and techniques.
  • Report and escalate issues to company management as needed.
  • Represent the company professionally at client locations.
  • Perform risk management to minimize project risks.
  • Establish and maintain relationships with third-party vendors.
  • Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation.
  • Meet with clients to obtain detailed project requirements and clarify specific requirements.
  • Attend conferences and training as required to maintain proficiency.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.

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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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.