Journeyman Electrician Wanted

Red Star Electric — Journeyman Electrician

Are you tired of running conduit and pulling wire day after day with nothing to show for it but calloused hands and a sinking feeling that the trade has passed you by?

Red Star Electric is not that job.

We are a fast-growing electrical contractor in the greater Chicago area specializing in the stuff that actually matters right now: Level 2 EV charger installations, Tesla Powerwall battery storage systems, SPAN smart panels, DC fast charging infrastructure, and the kind of complex residential and commercial panel upgrades that most shops won't touch. This is the cutting edge of where electricity is headed, and we need experienced journeymen who want to be part of it.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

Installing Level 2 and DC fast EV charging systems for residential and commercial customers
Commissioning Tesla Powerwall battery storage systems and SPAN smart panels
Executing panel upgrades, service upgrades, and load calculations
Pulling permits, coordinating inspections, and managing installs from start to finish
Working on a small, tight team where your skill and judgment actually matter
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

This is not an entry-level position. Do not apply if you are still learning the trade.

We need a seasoned journeyman who has been through it — someone who can walk onto a job site, read the situation, and execute without hand-holding. You should have a minimum of 5 years of field experience, a strong understanding of the NEC and Illinois amendments, and the confidence to handle complex residential and commercial work independently.

Experience with EV charging, battery storage, or smart panel systems is a significant plus. If you have already worked with Tesla, ChargePoint, SPAN, or similar brands, move to the top of the pile.

Illinois Journeyman's License is required.

WHAT WE OFFER

Competitive pay commensurate with experience — this is not a low-ball offer
Paid time off
Health benefits
401(k) retirement savings plan
Manufacturer certifications in Tesla Powerwall, SPAN smart panels, ChargePoint, Wall Box, Enphase, and more
Work that is genuinely interesting — no two jobs are the same, and the technology keeps evolving
A small team where experienced people are respected and trusted
Location: Forest Park, IL — serving the greater Chicago area

If you are an experienced journeyman who is done grinding through the same old work and wants to build a career in the future of electrical, we want to hear from you.

HOW TO APPLY

Send us the following:

Your resume or a brief summary of your experience

Your Journeyman license number and any other relevant certifications
A quick note on the type of work you've done most
Contact: https://redstarelectric.net/careers/

Please do not apply if you do not meet the experience requirements. We review every application and will follow up with qualified candidates promptly.