American Operator exists to keep the American Dream alive through small-business leadership and ownership. We place experienced operators into businesses of retiring owners who want their life's work placed in the hands of leaders who care. Over time, our CEOs follow a clear pathway to earn significant equity in the business they lead.
We're actively interviewing CEO candidates for current and future acquisition opportunities. Some candidates may be matched to businesses we already own, while others may be considered for businesses that are currently under acquisition review or expected to be acquired in the future.
While timing varies by market and acquisition activity, selected candidates enter our CEO network and may be matched with opportunities as they become available.
This will be an opportunity to step into a profitable, established electrical business with a strong reputation, loyal customer base, and an experienced team already in place.
As CEO, you'll assume full responsibility for day-to-day operations, team leadership, and P&L performance. This is not a turnaround situation, it's an opportunity to build on a solid foundation. Your focus will be on developing and retaining a great team, driving customer acquisition and growth, executing with operational discipline, and scaling the business from a position of strength.
American Operator will be your partner from day one, providing strategic support, resources, and guidance while empowering you to lead independently. Most importantly, you'll have a clear path to earning significant equity ownership in the business you grow and lead.
What You'll Do
Minimum Qualifications
What Sets You Apart
Compensation
Base salary: $130,000$190,000, plus performance-based bonus opportunities, distributions, and meaningful equity participation beginning at 10% ownership, with the potential to increase based on performance and value creation. Total compensation varies by portfolio company, individual performance, and deal structure, and includes a comprehensive benefits package.
Location
Our target acquisition markets include Texas, Georgia, North Carolina, Colorado, and Tennessee. Relocation will be required if you are not currently in or near the market of the opportunity.
Ready to lead the next chapter? Before you apply, we encourage you to visit americanoperator.com to learn more about who we are, how we work, and what our operators have to say about the experience. When you are ready, apply today to start the conversation.
Portfolio CEO Network: Residential Electrical Services • Memphis, TN, United States
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