Job description
GlacierGrid is a leading energy industry player dedicated to providing innovative and sustainable solutions to meet the ever-growing demand for energy. GlacierGrid focuses on shifting and reducing electricity usage for commercial establishments.
Field Electrician
Location: Remote (US-based, with frequent travel); preference for Texas based
Compensation: $60,000–$95,000 + 0.05%–0.1% equity
Additional Compensation: Travel stipends and emergency service bonuses
Company Overview
Our company is a leading energy industry player dedicated to providing innovative and sustainable solutions to meet the ever-growing demand for energy. GlacierGrid focuses on shifting and reducing electricity usage for commercial establishments.
About the Role
GlacierGrid is seeking a skilled and adaptable Field Electrician to support the deployment of our energy management hardware at commercial sites across the U.S. You’ll be responsible for installing sub-meters, load controllers, and three-phase meters, primarily at quick-service restaurants (QSRs), convenience stores, and other multi-site commercial facilities. In addition to electrical work, you’ll assist with the installation and maintenance of smart thermostats and related HVAC hardware, working closely with our in-house and third-party HVAC technicians.
This is a field-heavy role requiring up to 75% travel monthly. You’ll coordinate closely with our Engineering, Product, and Business Innovation teams to ensure seamless installs, troubleshoot issues, and help scale our field operations nationwide.
Responsibilities:
- Install and commission sub-meters, load controllers, and three-phase meters at customer sites
- Ensure safe and compliant connections within electrical panels and across commercial building infrastructure
- Assist with installation, wiring, and troubleshooting of smart thermostats and HVAC-related IoT hardware
- Travel to customer sites across the U.S. (approximately 75% of the time)
- Perform site surveys and recommend installation approaches based on building layouts and infrastructure
- Collaborate with in-house engineers and remote support teams to solve field issues
- Document work completed and provide feedback for improving installation processes and hardware design
- Help vet and train third-party contractors or electricians as needed
About You
Licensed electrician (Journeyman or Master, depending on state requirements)
- Preference for licensing in Texas and Utah
3–5+ years of commercial electrical experience, preferably including panel work and metering installations
Comfortable working in live electrical panels and interpreting single-line diagrams and site plans
Experience with 3-phase electrical systems and low-voltage controls
Familiar with smart building systems, IoT devices, and network setups (e.g., WiFi, gateways)
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently in the field
Willing and able to travel frequently (up to 75% per month) across the U.S.
Organized, dependable, and committed to safety, quality, and documentation
About GlacierGrid
GlacierGrid is a technology startup that builds IoT-powered temperature monitoring and analytics, which prevent food, product, and energy waste, the major drivers of climate change. Deployed across industry leaders, including McDonalds, Burger King, Domino’s, TGI Fridays, 7-Eleven and Wyndham Hotels, we partner with diverse organizations, from national restaurant brands to top supply chain businesses in food and healthcare, to increase profits while protecting our planet.
Founded by experienced entrepreneurs from Harvard, Columbia and UC Santa Barbara, we’re a mission-driven team passionate about food, climate and health. We are headquartered in San Francisco, and supported by experienced venture capitalists including Zero Infinity Partners, D. E. Shaw, Deciens Capital, Sequoia Capital, Govtech Fund, Collaborative Fund, and Social Capital.
Our Commitment
At GlacierGrid, equality is a core tenet of our culture. We are committed to building an inclusive global team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, beliefs, and experiences. The more diverse we are, the richer our community and the broader our impact.
