Job Description
Job DescriptionTHE COMPANY
Powerstaff is partnering with a respected commercial electrical contractor to hire a Foreman for its Bay Area operations. Their crews are busy on commercial projects in San Jose and across the wider Bay Area, and the business is known for clean installations, a solid safety culture and builders who call them back for the next job.
If you want to lead a crew, take pride in your workmanship and join a team with steady work ahead, this is a role with real longevity.
THE POSITION
You’ll lead electrical crews on active commercial job sites and take charge of the daily run of the work. You’ll keep jobs moving on schedule, hold the line on safety and make sure every installation is done right the first time. You’ll work alongside Project Managers, Project Engineers, General Contractors, inspectors and other trades.
This suits a working leader who enjoys developing electricians and apprentices and prefers to stay close to the tools and the job.
DAY TO DAY
- Direct and develop electricians and apprentices across commercial projects
- Plan each day’s work and allocate tasks to keep the crew productive
- Read and work from electrical drawings, schematics and specifications
- Set out conduit runs, wiring, switchgear, panels and equipment locations
- Coordinate with PMs, PEs, GCs and trades to keep the job on track
- Keep work progressing safely against the program
- Make sure installations meet NEC, local code and company quality standards
- Track labor, materials, equipment and job progress
- Complete daily reports, timecards and material requisitions
- Lead toolbox talks and enforce site safety procedures
- Troubleshoot installation issues and guide the crew on technical questions
- Oversee and take part in the installation of conduit, wiring, panels and switchgear
- Supervise the safe use of hydraulic benders, cable pullers, threaders and lifts
- Keep the work area secure, tidy and organized
WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR
You’re an electrician with commercial experience, leadership ability and a firm commitment to safe, quality work. Ideally you have:
- At least 3 years in commercial electrical construction
- Time spent as a Foreman, Lead Electrician, Superintendent or similar
- A Journeyman Electrician license (Master Electrician highly regarded)
- Sound knowledge of commercial electrical systems and installation methods
- A strong working knowledge of the NEC and safety standards
- Experience scheduling work, running crews and managing productivity
- The ability to read construction drawings and electrical plans
- Experience with material ordering and job coordination
- Good communication, leadership and problem-solving skills
- A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
- The ability to pass pre-employment drug and alcohol screening
NICE TO HAVE
- OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification
- Background on healthcare, education, industrial, multi-family, mission critical or data center work
- Experience with job documentation, scheduling and productivity reporting
- Hands-on use of lifts, cable pullers, hydraulic benders and larger commercial installations
THE PACKAGE
This is a permanent, full-time role paying $50.00 to $65.00 per hour, depending on experience. You’ll also receive:
- Medical, dental and vision insurance
- 401(k) with employer match
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee referral program
There is a long pipeline of commercial work ahead, along with a clear path into General Foreman, Superintendent and Operations roles for strong performers.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
This is a hands-on position. You should be comfortable with:
- Working from ladders, lifts, scaffolding and elevated platforms
- Lifting and carrying materials over 50 lbs
- Bending, kneeling, crawling, climbing and working in tight or elevated spaces
- Working outdoors in all weather
- Travelling between job sites around the Bay Area
- Overtime or the occasional night shift when the program calls for it
WHERE YOU’LL WORK
This is a site-based role on commercial projects in San Jose and throughout the Bay Area. We’re looking for candidates already established in the area.
INTERESTED?
If you’re a Foreman or Lead Electrician who wants to run strong crews on quality commercial projects with a contractor that backs its people, we’d like to hear from you. Click Apply Now or email careers@powerstaff.com.au for a confidential conversation. All enquiries are treated in the strictest confidence.
ABOUT POWERSTAFF
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