Journeymen Electrician

Lead Service Electrician / Craftsman - $1,000 Sign-On Bonus

Lead Service Electrician — Join Knoxville's Most Trusted Electrical Crew

$1,000 Sign-On Bonus | $26.00–$40.00 per hour

Atomic Electric Service is growing, and we're looking for a highly skilled Lead Service Craftsman who blends a great personality with an absolute dedication to doing things exactly right. If you're an outgoing, enthusiastic communicator who also obsesses over the details and takes pride in flawless, by-the-book electrical work, this is the perfect role for you.

We're a locally owned company built on craftsmanship, curiosity, and treating people right. Our reputation in Knoxville is rock solid because we do things the right way, and that starts with building a supportive team where precision and a positive attitude are equally valued.

Why You'll Love Working Here

• A Highly Connected Team — Friday All-Hands meetings to stay connected as a group. Refer a Journeyman and earn a $1,000 bonus through our Employee Referral Program.
• Strong Benefits — 100% paid health, dental, and vision insurance for you (50% coverage for family). PTO accrues from day one.
• Room to Grow — Paid training in EV chargers, smart homes, solar systems, and more.
• Solid Tools & Setup — Company vehicle, tablet, uniforms, and power tools provided. Just bring your hand tools. $100 safety boot reimbursement at your one-year anniversary.
• Respected Culture — No babysitting, no drama. Just good people doing good work, guided by our S.H.I.F.T. values: Skilled, Humble, Inquisitive, Friendly, Thorough.

What You'll Do

• Run residential and light commercial service calls throughout the Knoxville area, delivering a 5-star customer experience.
• Own each job from start to finish, managing every detail and completely finishing what you start.
• Methodically troubleshoot wiring, breakers, lighting, and smart systems.
• Mentor apprentices and set the standard as a lead craftsman.
• Use our digital tools (tablets) for scheduling, notes, and dispatch communication.

What You Bring

• 5+ years of residential or light commercial electrical experience (completed apprenticeship preferred, or equivalent field time)
• A "Thorough" and "Skilled" standard: close attention to detail, no cut corners
• A "Friendly," professional, and approachable attitude
• Clear communication skills, comfortable explaining technical concepts to homeowners
• A "Humble" mindset: teachable, respectful, no ego
• Valid driver's license, clean background, comfortable with technology, own hand tools
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test (we're a strictly Drug-Free Workplace)

Job Details

• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8-hour shifts, overtime as needed
• On-call: None currently
• Location: Based in Knoxville, serving Knox County and nearby areas
• Pay: $26.00–$40.00/hour, based on experience, plus performance bonuses

Benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k) with matching; PTO; retirement plan; employee referral program; employee assistance program; professional development assistance; safety equipment including boot reimbursement; fuel card; life insurance.

Ready to apply? We're reviewing applications now and will reach out to qualified candidates to schedule interviews.