Full-Time

Journeyman Electrician

All Electric

Kelso Industries

Kelso Industries

1,001-5,000 employees

Consolidated HVAC, mechanical, and plumbing services

No salary listed

Gillette, WY, USA

In Person

Category
Building Trades (1)
Required Skills
OSHA

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Requirements
  • Hold a current Wyoming Journeyman Electrician license.
  • Have proven experience as a journeyman electrician.
  • Demonstrate strong knowledge of electrical systems, installation methods, and troubleshooting techniques.
  • Be able to read blueprints, electrical drawings, schematics, and specifications.
  • Have working knowledge of the National Electrical Code and applicable electrical safety requirements.
  • Safely use electrical hand tools, power tools, meters, testing equipment, lifts, and other jobsite equipment.
  • Have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
  • Work independently and as part of a team.
  • Have strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
  • Be able to work in varying weather conditions and on ladders, lifts, elevated platforms, construction sites, heights, and confined spaces.
  • Be able to stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb, and work for extended periods.
  • Be able to lift and carry electrical materials and equipment.
  • Be able to distinguish wire colors and safely work around energized electrical systems while following required safety procedures.
Responsibilities
  • Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical systems and equipment.
  • Read and interpret electrical plans, blueprints, schematics, and specifications.
  • Install conduit, wire, cable, panels, disconnects, breakers, switches, outlets, lighting, and other electrical components.
  • Perform electrical rough-in and finish work.
  • Diagnose electrical problems and determine appropriate repairs.
  • Test electrical systems and verify proper operation.
  • Ensure all work complies with the National Electrical Code and applicable Wyoming requirements.
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
  • Follow company safety policies and Occupational Safety and Health Administration requirements.
  • Coordinate with electricians, apprentices, general contractors, and other trades on active jobsites.
  • Complete required documentation, material requests, and daily job reports.
  • Provide professional customer service when working at customer locations.
  • Assist with training and mentoring apprentices and less-experienced electricians.
  • Perform additional electrical duties as assigned.
Desired Qualifications
  • Have oil and gas industrial electrical experience.
  • Have experience with service and troubleshooting.
  • Have experience with motor controls, generators, transformers, or other specialized electrical equipment.
  • Have Occupational Safety and Health Administration safety training.
  • Have experience supervising or mentoring apprentices.
  • Have additional electrical certifications or licenses.

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's $50 million June 2024 investment funds more acquisitions.
  • Kelso added YES and ENETK in February 2025, expanding industrial automation exposure.
  • Kelso's 2026 acquisition program still actively recruits partner companies across the U.S.

What critics are saying

  • Roll-up execution risk rises as Kelso integrates electrical, automation, and HVAC brands.
  • PE dependence is total; without Oxbow, Peterson, and Paceline, acquisition growth stalls in 2026.
  • Construction slowdown or customer capex cuts hit western branch revenues quickly.

What makes Kelso Industries unique

  • Kelso's MEP+ model bundles HVAC, electrical, plumbing, refrigeration, and controls.
  • Kelso keeps local brands like Wallace Electric and Advanced Arizona after acquisition.
  • Kelso targets western U.S. technical-service businesses with strong employee culture.

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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

25%
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.