Commercial Electrician - Riser Installer

Commercial Electrician - Riser Installer

Location:

Gaffney, SC & Hickory, NC

Commercial Electrician – Riser Installer

Fountain Services, LLC

Established in 1946, Fountain Services, LLC has been a trusted leader in the electrical contracting industry for over 75 years. With offices across North and South Carolina, we specialize in residential, commercial, and industrial electrical services.

Our mission is to empower employees through ongoing training, career development, and a culture of integrity, accountability, and mutual respect. We don't just build electrical systems — we build careers.

Why Join Fountain Services?

• Career Growth:
  We offer a North Carolina-accredited and Registered Apprenticeship Program. Employees have access to leadership training, including Foreman and Superintendent Academies, and clear pathways for advancement. Tuition reimbursement and bi-annual performance reviews support long-term development.
• Supportive Culture:
  We foster a work environment that values well-being, professional respect, and collaborative leadership.
• Community Engagement:
  Our company is actively involved in local communities. We sponsor youth sports programs, nonprofits, and support civic organizations through economic and workforce development boards.
• Benefits:
  Competitive wages with performance-based bonuses and opportunities for promotion; comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k) with company match; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement and continued education opportunities; leadership development programs;
  Employee Assistance Program (EAP); company-sponsored events and team-building activities.

Your Role:
Commercial Electrician – Riser installation

Fountain Services is seeking experienced commercial electricians to join our dedicated Riser Team. This position is ideal for mechanic-level electricians who enjoy conduit installation, feeder systems, cable pulling, and building the electrical infrastructure that powers commercial facilities.

If you take pride in quality workmanship, enjoy challenging commercial projects, and want to work with a specialized crew, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Install EMT, rigid, PVC, and other conduit systems.
• Install vertical risers, feeders, and power distribution systems.
• Pull and terminate large conductors.
• Install cable tray, supports, and bus duct systems.
• Assist with switch gear, transformers, and electrical room installations.
• Read and interpret blueprints, specifications, and electrical drawings.
• Follow NEC requirements and company safety standards.
• Work efficiently as part of a dedicated commercial riser crew.

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of commercial electrical experience.
• Strong conduit bending and installation skills.
• Experience with feeder installations and large wire pulls.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings.
• Knowledge of commercial electrical systems and the National Electrical Code.
• Dependable attendance and reliable transportation.
• Ability to work safely in active commercial construction environments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Referral from a current Fountain Services employee
• Formal training in an accredited apprenticeship or trade school program
• OSHA-10 or other relevant electrical certifications

We deliver some of the highest-value and most complex electrical projects in the region. Examples of our work include:

• Charlotte Spectrum Center – Charlotte, NC – $34 million
• Kimpton Hotel Arras – Asheville, NC – $7.7 million
• Appalachian State University Residence Halls – Boone, NC – $22 million
• Greenville Drive Stadium – Greenville, SC – $3 million
• Ballantyne Reimagined – Stream Park and The Amp – Charlotte, NC – $3.7 million

Our Four Keys to Success

• Show up every day on time
• Appreciate instruction from leaders
• Let your work ethic speak for you
• Retain knowledge

We're looking for professionals who want to build a long-term career in a company that values growth, integrity, and high performance. If that sounds like you, we want to hear from you.