Commercial Lighting Technician - Traveling at Reliable Electric and Lighting Inc

Kansas City, Missouri, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Jun, 26

Salary

22.0

Posted On

20 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Field Leadership, Crew Management, Commercial Lighting Retrofits, LED Fixture Upgrades, Electrical Troubleshooting, Plan Interpretation, Quality Control, Safety Compliance, Client Interaction, Foreman Duties, NEC Compliance, Lifting, Operating Lifts, Overnight Work

Industry

Construction

Description

Description Position Overview Reliable Electric and Lighting, Inc. is seeking experienced Traveling Commercial Lighting Technician to lead large-scale interior and exterior lighting retrofit projects for national commercial retail clients. This role is ideal for a hands-on field leader with 5–10 years of commercial lighting retrofit experience who thrives in fast-paced, travel-based environments. Key Responsibilities – Field Leadership & Execution - Lead and supervise traveling lighting crews on national retail retrofit projects - Serve as on-site foreman and primary field contact - Coordinate daily work plans, crew assignments, and workflow - Ensure projects are completed on time, within scope, and to company standards - Perform quality control inspections throughout project execution Technical Responsibilities - Perform and oversee interior and exterior commercial lighting retrofits - LED fixture upgrades, parking lot lighting, pole lights, wall packs, canopy lighting - High-bay, low-bay, and emergency/egress lighting installations - Read and interpret lighting plans, layouts, and specifications - Troubleshoot electrical and lighting system issues - Ensure compliance with NEC and applicable local codes Safety & Compliance - Enforce Reliable Electric and Lighting safety policies and procedures - Conduct job safety briefings and ensure PPE usage - Maintain OSHA and site-specific safety compliance - Identify and mitigate job-site hazards Travel & Client Interaction - Extensive nationwide travel, often multi-week project runs - Ability to work overnight hours in active retail environments - Maintain professional communication with clients, store management, and project managers - Represent Reliable Electric and Lighting with professionalism and integrity Requirements Required Qualifications - 5–10 years of commercial lighting experience, primarily retail retrofits - Prior experience as a Foreman or Lead Technician preferred - Strong knowledge of interior and exterior lighting systems - Proven leadership and crew management skills - Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record - Ability to lift 50+ lbs, work at heights, and operate lifts and ladders Preferred Qualifications - Excellent understanding of Electrical - Experience with national retail rollouts - Familiarity with boom lifts, scissor lifts, and bucket trucks - Experience with job reporting and time tracking Compensation & Benefits - Competitive pay based on experience - Travel pay, per diem, and lodging provided where applicable - Overtime opportunities - Health, dental, and vision insurance - Paid time off About Reliable Electric and Lighting Reliable Electric and Lighting, Inc. is a national commercial electrical and lighting services company with 30 years of experience serving large retail, commercial, and industrial clients across the United States. We pride ourselves on reliability, safety, and delivering high-quality results for our customers.

Responsibilities

The Traveling Commercial Lighting Technician will lead and supervise traveling crews on national retail retrofit projects, serving as the on-site foreman to coordinate daily work plans and ensure projects meet company standards. Key technical duties involve performing and overseeing interior and exterior commercial lighting retrofits, including LED upgrades, and troubleshooting electrical system issues.