Journeyman Electrician / Service Electrician
About the job
- A valid Journeyman Electrician license or certification for the relevant jurisdiction(s) is required.
- A minimum of 3–5 years of experience in service and installation work is required.
- Strong knowledge of the National Electrical Code and local electrical codes is required.
- A valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and willingness to travel across the Baltimore, Pennsylvania, and Delaware region are required.
- Candidates must own basic hand and power tools; the company may provide specialty tools.
- Candidates must be able to lift equipment, work in tight spaces, and climb ladders.
- Candidates must be professional, punctual, customer-focused, and safety-minded.
- Perform electrical service, repair, and installation for residential and light commercial projects.
- Diagnose electrical problems, troubleshoot systems, and perform code-compliant repairs.
- Run conduit and wire circuits; install panels, breakers, switches, outlets, lighting, and equipment.
- Read blueprints and wiring diagrams and work from scope-of-work documents.
- Perform service calls, preventative maintenance, and system upgrades.
- Ensure job site safety, maintain tools and equipment, and complete required paperwork and time reporting.
- Communicate professionally with dispatch, supervisors, and customers.
- Experience with residential meter and panel upgrades, EV charger installations, and commercial systems.
- OSHA or industry safety certifications.
- HVAC, low-voltage, or controls experience.
About the company
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
Draper, Utah
Founded
2021
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Paceline's $50 million investment explicitly funds more complementary acquisitions across 2024-2026.
- Kelso bought United Services in June 2026, expanding its Southeast footprint.
- August 2026 acquisitions in Alabama, Wyoming, and Washington broaden industrial and infrastructure capabilities.
What critics are saying
- Rapid rollups since Paceline's 2023 $50 million check strain integration and systems.
- Heavy deal dependence risks a slowdown if sellers dry up or financing tightens in 2026.
- If local-identity preservation fails, Kelso loses talent, customers, and the platform's entire thesis.
What makes Kelso Industries unique
- Kelso keeps acquired brands local, as with Wallace Electric and Gaddy Electric in 2024-2026.
- It combines HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and controls into one national MEP platform.
- The model targets established family firms west of the Mississippi and now Southeast markets.
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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