Electrical Superintendent
About the job
- Thorough knowledge of the standard practices, tools, and terminology of the electrical trade.
- Thorough knowledge of electrical theory.
- Thorough knowledge of the safety hazards of the work and the necessary safety precautions.
- Ability to construct and install complicated electrical wiring, fixtures, and equipment.
- Ability to plan and supervise the work of a team.
- Skill in the electrical construction and installation of equipment.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates.
- A high school diploma or equivalent is required; a comparable amount of training and experience and/or an apprenticeship training program may be substituted.
- Plan and schedule projects, estimate materials, supervise subordinates, maintain records and files, and prepare reports.
- Plan and supervise the work of electricians and the job overall.
- Maintain records on electrical jobs and assign work to appropriate personnel.
- Assist in coordinating job assignments with other trades, such as plumbers and carpenters.
- Maintain knowledge of electrical materials on the job site.
- Advise the project manager of technical problems concerning the construction and installation of electrical components.
- Recommend procedure revisions when necessary to fully utilize assigned personnel and equipment.
- Determine procedures for the construction and installation of electrical components.
- Inspect work to ensure compliance with standard procedures and local, state, and federal code requirements.
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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Health Insurance
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Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
Company News
Construction tech company Buildforce buys Atlanta startup Ladder.