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Ladder

Digital platform connecting contractors with electricians

Journeyman Electrician

Full-Time
$25 - $40/hr+ Bonuses + 401(k) match
Senior
Savannah, GA, USA
In PersonTravel, including overnight, is required for 25% of the work.
Building TradesElectrical
No H1B Sponsorship

About the job

Requirements
  • A minimum of 5 years of electrical experience.
  • A Journeyman or Master Electrician license is preferred.
  • Experience with commercial industrial generators is preferred.
  • Proficiency with the National Electrical Code, Occupational Safety and Health Administration requirements, and NFPA 70E is required.
  • Ability to train others in electrical or mechanical systems to perform routine preventative maintenance schedules.
  • Must have tools for the trade.
  • Must have a valid driver's license and transportation.
  • Must be physically able to lift heavy objects as necessary, climb to and work from extended elevations, work in confined spaces, and work outdoors while following established safety procedures and guidelines.
  • Must follow established safety rules and procedures, including wearing required personal safety equipment.
  • Must pass pre-employment and random drug and alcohol screenings, background checks, and annual motor vehicle record screenings according to company and client policies.
  • Some travel, including overnight stays, is required (25%).
  • Must submit a completed employment application and pass a background investigation covering past employment, education, and criminal history, annual motor vehicle record screenings, and drug screening.
  • Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.
  • Must be physically capable of pulling wires and cables through conduits and lifting 50 or more pounds, and of prolonged standing, kneeling, bending, and climbing ladders or scaffolding.
  • Must have close, distance, peripheral, and depth perception vision abilities.
  • Must be able to work in extremely cold and hot temperatures and some hazardous conditions.
  • Must comply with assigned location personal protective equipment requirements, including safety glasses, hearing protection, appropriate gloves, clothing, shields for required tasks, and closed-toe or safety shoes as required by facility safety policies.
Responsibilities
  • Perform skilled and complex maintenance, repair, and construction work in the electrical trade.
  • Follow National Electrical Code manuals to install and repair electrical systems.
  • Use hand tools, power tools, and electrical test equipment.
  • Interpret schematic diagrams, blueprints, sketches, repair manuals, and other specifications required by clients.
  • Install, maintain, and enhance electrical systems and components, including fuses, lights, and wiring.
  • Complete work orders, track materials, and document work according to company and client requirements.
  • Install, troubleshoot, and repair raceways, cable tray systems, motor control devices, switch panels, transformers, and other electrical equipment and components.
  • Bend and thread electrical metallic tubing and rigid conduits.
  • Safely install, troubleshoot, maintain, test, and repair electrical systems on large commercial and industrial projects.
  • Inspect electrical systems, equipment, and components to identify hazards, defects, and needed adjustments or repairs, and to ensure compliance with codes in commercial and industrial environments.
  • Manage and plan work to accomplish job tasks with minimal direct supervision.
  • Coordinate and schedule the team's daily work.
  • Inspect others' work to ensure compliance with National Electrical Code and local code standards.
  • Operate with safety as a primary concern for employees and customers.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience with commercial industrial generators.

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.