Electrician (Chicagoland)

About the role

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.

Responsibilities

• 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
• Making presentations to inspectors and AHJs (Authority Having Jurisdictions) for inspections and other initiatives
• Becoming a subject matter expert in Base hardware, general electrical principles, and applicable NEC Codes
• Responding to on-call duties for emergent electrical issues during nights and weekends on a scheduled, rotational basis

Requirements

• 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 generators preferred
• Availability to onboard, train, and observe battery system installation near Base’s manufacturing & operations HQ in Austin, Texas. We anticipate this in person onboarding to take around 30 days

About This Team

The Field Operations team serves as the tactical engine of Base’s mission, solving the "last mile" challenge of grid modernization by physically integrating distributed storage systems into aging infrastructure. As the leader of our inaugural Northern Illinois unit, you will not only execute installations but will define the operational playbook for a critical new market, bridging the gap between cutting-edge hardware and rigorous electrical codes. This work goes beyond standard electrical service; you are establishing the safety and quality benchmarks that will allow us to scale a decentralized power network across the Midwest.

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 generators preferred
• Availability to onboard, train, and observe battery system installation near Base’s manufacturing & operations HQ in Austin, Texas. We anticipate this in person onboarding to take around 30 days

Our Values

• First Principles Thinking: Question assumptions. Principles > rules.
• Operate at Base Pace: Focus on what matters, act quickly, and learn by doing.
• Give & Get Feedback: Be direct, be humble, and maintain a growth mindset.
• Everyone’s an Owner: Follow through on commitments and own results.
• Strong Opinions, Loosely Held: Drive clarity and make calls with imperfect information.
• Committed to the Mission: Rebuilding the grid is a big challenge. We work hard because we care deeply about the impact we’re creating.
• Fun & Optimism Coexist with Grit: Collaboration and celebration coincide with the intensity of building real things. Do the best work of your life at Base.