About Us
Reliance Mechanical is a growing MEP company serving the Mississippi Gulf Coast. We are building a team of dependable, skilled professionals who take pride in their work and are looking for long-term opportunity. Our work includes residential and light commercial services, including electrical service, troubleshooting, panel work, and whole-house standby generator installations.
Position Overview
The Residential Electrician / Generator Installer is responsible for performing residential electrical service work, troubleshooting, panel work, and whole-house standby generator installations. This position requires someone who is comfortable working independently, communicating with homeowners, and handling generator-related electrical work such as transfer switches, generator wiring, and load-management equipment.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform residential electrical service calls, repairs, troubleshooting, and installations
- Install, wire, and assist with startup of whole-house standby generators
- Install automatic transfer switches, generator disconnects, load-management modules, control wiring, and related electrical components
- Perform panel upgrades, subpanels, breakers, circuits, lighting, outlets, switches, smoke detectors, and surge protection
- Troubleshoot breaker trips, grounding issues, failed devices, bad connections, flickering lights, and power loss
- Read electrical diagrams, panel schedules, service manuals, generator manuals, and basic plans
- Coordinate with inspectors, utility providers, generator technicians, gas contractors, and other trades when needed
- Communicate with homeowners about the work being performed, safety concerns, and recommended repairs
- Complete job notes, photos, work orders, and documentation accurately
- Maintain a clean, organized work area and service vehicle
Physical Requirements
- Ability to walk, stand, and move throughout residential and light commercial job sites for the duration of the workday
- Frequently lift, push, pull, or carry tools, materials, ladders, and equipment
- Perform physical activities including bending, kneeling, climbing, crawling, and working in confined spaces such as crawlspaces and attics
- Work in outdoor and indoor environments in varying weather conditions, including hot, cold, wet, and humid conditions
- Safely operate tools, equipment, and company vehicles
- Maintain attention to detail and work safely around electrical equipment, panels, generators, and service equipment
- Reliable transportation and consistent attendance
Preferred Qualifications
- Strong residential electrical experience
- Ability to troubleshoot electrical problems independently
- Experience working in panels and around service equipment
- Experience with residential standby generator installations or the ability to be trained
- Experience with automatic transfer switches and load-management equipment is preferred
- Experience with Generac, Kohler, Briggs & Stratton, Cummins, or similar generator systems is preferred
- Journeyman or master electrician license is preferred
- Familiarity with generator maintenance and startup procedures is a plus
- Professional appearance and respectful communication with customers
- Experience using ServiceTitan or similar field-service software is a plus
Why Join Us
- Growing company with steady residential electrical and generator work
- Team-focused environment
- Competitive pay based on experience and ability
- Paid training opportunities for generator installation and service
- Health, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance available
- Paid time off and company holidays
- Opportunity for long-term growth
Additional Information
Reliance Mechanical maintains a drug-free workplace. Pre-employment drug testing is required.
Employment may be contingent upon completion of a background check.
A valid driver’s license and dependable transportation are required.
Some overtime and emergency work may be required during storms, outages, and peak service demand.
Reliance Mechanical is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants without regard to protected classifications.
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
License/Certification:
- Journeyman License (Preferred)
- Master Electrician (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
