Crew Lead Electrician (Chicagoland)

About Base

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Base is America’s next-generation power company. We’re rebuilding the foundation of modern civilization–electricity–by deploying a vast network of distributed batteries that is transforming today’s fragile, centralized grid into a resilient and abundant system. We are engineers, operators, and creatives solving some of the most complex, interdisciplinary challenges of our time.

About the Role

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Base is looking for electricians to train and be a part of field service crews in Northern Illinois.

This is a pioneering position in Base Power’s expansion beyond Texas, marking our first entry into Illinois. As an electrician in this region, you’ll play a foundational role in shaping our field operations, training new crews, and setting the standard for excellence in service delivery. The ideal candidate brings a builder’s mindset—someone who thrives in fast-moving environments, embraces our mission to create energy abundance, and knows how to turn vision into reality through disciplined execution and strong leadership. This role is not just about technical expertise; it’s about laying the groundwork for long-term success in a new market.

What You’ll Do

• Managing the installation of home backup batteries
• Troubleshooting and diagnosing field failures
• Inspection failure repairs
• Onboarding and facilitating training of new installer crews and/or subcontractors
• Meeting with inspectors and AHJs (Authority Having Jurisdictions) for inspections and other initiatives
• Become a subject matter expert in Base hardware, general electrical principles, and applicable NEC Codes
• Respond to on-call duties for emergent electrical issues during nights and weekends on a scheduled, rotational basis

What You'll Bring

• Active Electrician license via a written examination in Northern Illinois
• Experience with installation or maintenance battery back up systems, EV chargers, PV systems, or whole home generato...