Licensed 01 Admin Electrician - HVAC Residential & Commercial

About the role

Cline's Heating and Air is seeking a skilled and dependable Licensed Electrician to join our team and take ownership of the electrical side of our HVAC installations and service work. This role is hands-on and varied, requiring a strong background in residential and light commercial electrical work.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical hookups and startups for new HVAC equipment including furnaces, air conditioners, heat pumps, mini-splits, and tankless water heaters.
• Install line voltage and low voltage wiring for HVAC systems, ensuring proper sizing, routing, and termination.
• Coordinate closely with HVAC installers to ensure clean handoffs and integrated system performance.
• Verify equipment is wired to manufacturer specifications and commission systems alongside install crews.
• Perform residential and light commercial panel changeouts, upgrades, and service swaps.
• Install dedicated circuits, disconnects, sub-panels, and breakers as required for HVAC and ancillary equipment.
• Diagnose and repair electrical issues found during installs or service calls.
• Pull permits and coordinate inspections with local jurisdictions in both Washington and Idaho.
• Ensure all work meets NEC, Washington, and Idaho state and local code requirements.
• Maintain quality control standards on every job, leaving each site clean, organized, and code-compliant.
• Document work performed, materials used, and any deviations or change orders clearly.
• Identify and proactively communicate scope gaps, safety issues, or code concerns before they become problems.
• Travel between job sites across the Spokane and Coeur d'Alene service areas.
• Communicate clearly with project managers, installers, service techs, and customers.
• Mentor and train HVAC installers on basic electrical best practices to reduce callbacks and improve overall quality.
• Maintain company vehicle, tools, and equipment in clean, organized, and operational condition.
• Represent Cline's with professionalism, respect, and integrity on every jobsite.
• Communicate clearly with homeowners and contractors, explaining work in terms they understand.
• Take pride in craftsmanship every panel, every circuit, every connection should reflect the Cline's standard.

Qualifications

• Active Washington 01 administrator license required.
• Idaho Journeyman Electrician license required (or willingness to obtain immediately upon hire).
• 3+ years of hands-on electrical experience in residential and/or light commercial settings.
• Strong working knowledge of the NEC and applicable Washington and Idaho electrical codes.
• Experience with HVAC-related electrical work strongly preferred including mini-splits, heat pumps, panel upgrades, and dedicated circuits.
• Familiarity with low voltage control wiring for HVAC systems.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, electrical schematics, and equipment wiring diagrams.
• Skilled with multimeters, megohmmeters, and standard electrical testing and hand tools.
• Strong troubleshooting skills with the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Excellent communication skills able to interface professionally with customers, contractors, and team members.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on safety, code compliance, and clean, professional workmanship.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record required.
• Able to pass background check and drug screening.
• Familiarity with ServiceTitan or similar field service software is a plus.

Benefits & Culture

• Competitive $85,000 to $125,000 per year dependent on experience.
• Company-provided vehicle, cell phone, laptop, and tablet.
• Dynamic team environment with opportunities for advancement.
• Paid holidays.
• Paid vacation time.
• Employee Recognition Program that provides bonuses and/or paid time off when employees provide exceptional service to the company and our customers.