Here at Summers & Zim’s, we are always open to hiring new employees if the right individual comes along that lines up with the mission statement and goals we represent. We look at more than just skills and abilities. We strive to hire employees into our company and make this a place they will never want to leave. To achieve this goal, it requires us to look beyond certifications and experience. We look to hire good natured employees with reputations that precede them. Employees who will go the extra mile for our clients and ones we can trust in our homes with our own families.
PresidentTo serve the increasing demands of Summers & Zim’s clients by performing residential electrical repairs, installations, and upgrades. The Electrical Technician reports directly to the Service Manager & Dispatcher.
Jobsite Expectations
- Explain to the client what service you are performing, and use the pricing guide to properly provide the client with a price prior to work being completed
- Wear floor savers while in the client’s home and maintain a neat, safe work environment
- Re-check all electrical repairs and new installations before leaving the client’s home to ensure the work was completed correctly and safely the first time
- Assess the whole home’s electrical needs, not just the immediate problem
- Never sell the client a repair or upgrade they don’t need
- Explain the benefits of club membership to clients, giving them the opportunity to join, and ensure that club membership customers receive the added benefits under their membership
- Engage with the client to answer any questions and ensure all expectations of the service call were achieved to their satisfaction
Industry Knowledge Expectations
- Minimum 2–5 years of residential electrical experience required; lead and supervisory roles require 5+ years
- Working knowledge of service upgrades, panel changes, and circuit troubleshooting
- Experience with recessed lighting installation, generator hookups, and EV charger installation
- Working knowledge of current NEC code and its residential applications
- Possession of required hand tools for residential electrical work
- Journeyman or Master Electrician license is a plus
- Willingness to participate in learning opportunities presented by Summers & Zim’s to remain current with code updates and industry changes
General Employee Expectations
- Maintain your truck so that it is neat and clean on the inside and outside at all times — the truck is a reflection of our company
- Obey the company Code of Ethics & Team Rules
- Actively strive to fulfill your part of Summers & Zim’s mission to capture the hearts of the best customers for life
- Maintain a clean driving record
- Provide superior service
- All employees are drug tested and background checked prior to starting employment
