What are the responsibilities and job description for the Traveling Lead Electrician / Field Systems Technician position at Birdseye Solutions?
COMPANY OVERVIEW:
Birdseye’s mission is to help make the world a safer place!
We are the leader in AI-driven Remote Facility Supervision solutions for the Trucking and Logistics Industry. Our Maximum Telepresence Approach™ delivers cutting-edge, data-driven security and operational insights that create a safer working environment for millions of people every year.
We provide end-to-end, cutting-edge hardware and AI-driven solutions, redefining security beyond traditional gatehouses. By empowering our professionally trained monitoring agents, we achieve 99.99% reporting accuracy in mission-critical security, safety, and operational support -24/7/365- for some of the world’s largest logistics facilities, as well as small and medium-sized businesses.
If you're ambitious, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and align with our ICARE values, Birdseye will be the perfect fit for you. If you’re wondering what the world will look like in 10 years - join our Team!
Location: Texas, DFW Area. Farmer's Branch. 75% Nationwide Travel
About the role:
We are seeking a skilled Traveling Lead Electrician to lead on-site commercial and industrial electrical installations, service mobile surveillance/solar units, and be a lead field hand across the United States. Based in Texas, this role combines hands-on electrical expertise with field leadership, low-voltage/CCTV integration, and project coordination. You will ensure top-tier workmanship, compliance, and real-time project tracking while mentoring junior field staff.
Job Description:
Electrical & Field Installations
- Lead and manage on-site electrical installations, system integrations, and services nationwide
- Perform wiring, power connections, and service maintenance on low-voltage systems, CCTV, mobile surveillance trailers, and solar power units
- Review project proposals, technical diagrams, and site plans to develop clear field execution strategies
- Maintain, troubleshoot, and monitor network infrastructure and electrical components for mobile units
- Serve in an "On Call" service rotation as needed
Field Leadership & Site Management
- Supervise, coach, and mentor Level 1 and Level 2 technicians and junior field staff
- Coordinate sub-contractors, electrical trades, and internal crews to keep projects on schedule and up to code
- Serve as the primary on-site technical authority and primary client point of contact during deployments
- Enforce high-quality workmanship, safety protocols, and company installation standards
Inventory & Fleet Logistics
- Manage field inventory, forecast material needs, and coordinate return merchandise authorizations (RMAs)
- Oversee warehouse organization, equipment staging, and shipping preparation
- Conduct routine wellness checks and maintenance on company vehicles, mobile trailers, and solar hardware
Qualifications and Skills:
- Licensure: Active Texas Journeyman or Master Electrician license preferred (or equivalent transferable state license).
- Experience: 3 years of commercial/industrial electrical experience, with a background in low-voltage systems, CCTV, controls, or solar power preferred.
- Travel: Ability and willingness to travel up to 75% across the U.S.
- Tech Skills: Proficiency with digital field management software, project tracking tools, and basic networking.
- Driver’s License: Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
What We Can Offer You:
- Gas Mileage Compensation
- Access to company vehicle
- Company issued mobile phone
- Ongoing training and certifications
This role will require the candidate to complete background checks (includes but not limited to: references, educational verification, criminal check, credit check - where applicable). Certain roles may also require testing.
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