Residential Electrical Install Technician

Are you an electrician who takes pride in high-quality residential work? Do you want to work for a company that values your expertise and offers a clear path for growth? With over 35 years of excellence in Omaha, Burton is expanding its electrical division and looking for a Journeyman Electrician or an Electrical Apprentice with 3+ years of experience to join our team. We offer an unbeatable culture, top-tier equipment, and a professional environment where you can truly enjoy your trade again. Work Schedule: Standard residential service hours. Requires some after-hours work and a rotating on-call schedule. Why Work for Burton: Great company culture that focuses on growth, teamwork, and respect, and we like to have fun too! Employee benefits start on the 1st of the month following hire date. Medical (3 affordable medical plans to choose from), Dental and Vision Insurance Company Paid Benefits: Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Optional Benefits: Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, Supplemental Medical Insurance, Pet Insurance, and ID & Legal Shield 401k with Company Match! Tuition Reimbursement Paid Time Off and 9 Paid Holidays Compensation: $20-$40 per hour based on experience What You'll Do: Generator Specialization: Perform safe, code-compliant, and efficient electrical installations, wiring, and commissioning of residential standby generator systems. This includes Automatic Transfer Switches (ATS) and ensuring seamless integration with existing home electrical infrastructure. Residential Service: Diagnose, repair, and maintain residential electrical wiring and systems. Installations: Install power distribution equipment, including breaker panels, transformers, disconnects, meter sockets, light fixtures, and lighting controls. Project Leadership: Plan, organize, and lead residential projects, ensuring they are completed on schedule and within budget. Customer Excellence: Communicate clearly with homeowners to explain repair and upgrade options while providing world-class service. Safety & Logistics: Adhere to all NEC safety and quality codes and maintain consistent communication with dispatch. What You Bring: Licensing: Valid Nebraska Journeyman's License preferred. We will also consider Experienced Apprentices with 3+ years of residential electrical experience. Expertise: Solid background in Residential Service and Generator Installation. Technical Skills: Proficiency with electrical schematics, blueprints, and residential troubleshooting. Communication: Extraordinary customer service skills and the ability to explain technical issues to homeowners. Requirements: Must have a valid driver's license and be able to pass a background check and drug screen. OSHA certification is a plus. Physical Demands and Work Environment: Must be able to stand, walk, and kneel for long periods throughout the day. Frequent bending, squatting, kneeling, crawling and twisting of body while working. Be able to lift, carry, push, or pull objects weighing up to 50 pounds, with frequent lifting and carrying of up to 25 pounds. Must be comfortable and able to safely climb and work from ladders, scaffolding, or bucket trucks at various heights. Work is performed both indoors and outdoors and is not limited by weather conditions. May work in extreme temperatures, including heat and cold, as well as in dusty, wet, or dirty spaces. If you are a self-starter with a strong work ethic and want to be part of Omaha's elite residential electrical team, apply today! Pay Range: $20 - $40 per hour

Created: 2026-03-04