Full-Time

Electrical Superintendent

Kelso Industries

Kelso Industries

1,001-5,000 employees

Consolidated HVAC, mechanical, and plumbing services

No salary listed

Clearwater, FL, USA

In Person

On-site role in Clearwater, FL; must hold valid Florida Journeyman Electrician license and be able to commute to job site.

Category
Building Trades (1)

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Requirements
  • 18+ years old
  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Valid Driver’s License + reliable transportation
  • Valid Florida Journeyman Electrician (JMAN) license
  • Eligible to work in the U.S.
  • Ability to pass a background check and drug screening
  • Professional and neat appearance
  • Strong understanding of NEC and electrical safety codes
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical plans and specifications
  • Experience using construction technology such as Procore, PlanGrid, or Bluebeam
  • Strong communication and team-building skills
  • Ability to coach and guide field personnel
  • Confidence making decisions and solving problems on the spot
  • Comfortable in a fast-paced, constantly changing construction environment
  • Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions
  • Capable of lifting up to 50 lbs., climbing ladders, standing/walking for extended periods
Responsibilities
  • Lead, supervise, and schedule daily electrical field activities.
  • Ensure all work meets NEC, state, local codes, and our high safety standards.
  • Manage and mentor electricians, foremen, and subcontractors.
  • Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and project plans.
  • Partner closely with PMs and other trade superintendents to coordinate workflow and resolve field issues.
  • Monitor progress, materials, and labor to maintain productivity and budget.
  • Conduct safety meetings, inspections, and enforce OSHA and company protocols.
  • Identify potential delays or change orders and address them proactively.
  • Maintain accurate daily logs, progress tracking, and inspection documentation.
  • Communicate clearly with clients, inspectors, engineers, and internal teams.

Kelso Industries is a holding group that brings together market-leading HVAC, mechanical, and plumbing companies serving commercial and residential properties in the western United States. It partners with established brands, providing resources to expand service offerings while preserving each brand’s identity and entrepreneurial spirit. The company acquires and invests in strong HVAC, sheet metal, pipefitting, plumbing, and controls businesses west of the Mississippi to deliver comprehensive services for property owners, builders, and developers. Its model focuses on growing the network through acquisitions, supporting employees’ development, and leveraging a larger organization to ensure customer service excellence. Goal: expand regional service capabilities and reach by integrating high-quality service providers under a common umbrella while maintaining the distinct strengths and cultures of its partner brands.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

Growth Equity (Non-Venture Capital)

Total Funding

$50M

Headquarters

Phoenix, Arizona

Founded

2021

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Paceline Equity Partners' $50M investment funds add-on acquisitions in HVAC and plumbing.
  • 12 acquisitions employ over 1,100 people targeting $1B annual revenue per CEO Steven Carroll.
  • Wallace Electric partnership enhances refrigeration, industrial, and electrical service offerings.

What critics are saying

  • Integration failures across 29+ acquisitions erode cohesion in 18–24 months.
  • Data center revenue concentration loses 10–15% if AWS or Google exits.
  • Talent poaching by Comfort Systems USA targets key leaders in 12–24 months.

What makes Kelso Industries unique

  • Kelso Industries delivers comprehensive MEP+ services integrating HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and automation.
  • Decentralized model preserves acquired companies' brand identities and entrepreneurial spirits.
  • Focuses on west-of-Mississippi acquisitions like YES LLC and ENETK LLC in North Dakota.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Hybrid Work Options

Training Programs

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

23%

1 year growth

23%

2 year growth

-1%
ForexTV
Feb 3rd, 2025
Kelso Industries Acquires YES and ENETK

Woodbridge International announced the sale of its clients, YES LLC, an electrical contractor, and ENETK LLC, an automation company, to Kelso Industries. Both companies are based in North Dakota and serve industries like oil, natural gas, and refining. Kelso Industries, located in Phoenix, Arizona, specializes in MEP+ solutions. Woodbridge International is known for its innovative global marketing approach in the mergers and acquisitions sector.

Yahoo Finance
Mar 18th, 2024
Anchor Peabody Represents Wallace Electric in its Partnership with Kelso Industries

DELRAY BEACH, Fla., March 18, 2024-(BUSINESS WIRE)-Anchor Peabody is pleased to announce that it has represented Wallace Electric Co. ("Wallace Electric"), a leading commercial electrical contractor, in its new partnership with Kelso Industries, a collection of market-leading companies providing commercial HVAC, mechanical, refrigeration, electrical, industrial and plumbing services.

Business Wire
Nov 28th, 2023
Affiliate of Paceline Equity Partners Provides $50 Million Investment to Kelso Industries

An affiliate of Paceline Equity Partners, LLC (“Paceline”), a Dallas-based private equity manager, today announced that it has provided a $50 million

The Business Journals
Nov 27th, 2023
Phoenix-based Kelso Industries gets $50M investment from Paceline Equity Partners

Phoenix-based Kelso Industries gets $50M investment from Paceline Equity Partners.