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Atomic Electric Service is a residential and light commercial electrical contractor based in Powell, TN, serving Knox, Blount, Anderson, Loudon, and Sevier counties. We’re locally owned and built on craftsmanship, curiosity, and treating people right. Our team operates on S.H.I.F.T. core values: Skilled, Humble, Inquisitive, Friendly, and Thorough, which is why our reputation in the Knoxville area is rock solid. We invest in our people with paid training, strong benefits, and a pay structure that rewards electricians who do the job right.

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.