Here at Capitol Valley Electric, we take pride in the work that we do as well as the people that we employ. As a premier electrical contractor, we work on a wide array of projects from commercial builds, large multi-family complexes, light industrial projects, and Utility Scale Solar.

We are seeking qualified Commercial Solar Foreman to help manage on-going solar and renewable projects throughout the Central Valley, Bay Area and Bakersfield CA area.

Job Summary

The Solar Electrical Foreman functions effectively as the site manager for projects that he/she is supervising and will help motivate, drive, and manage his/her team to ensure assigned tasks are completed within the allotted time frame and budget. Additionally, this role will provide necessary planning, organization, direction, communication, and control between the various internal and external parties that impact the timing and profitability of assigned projects. The Solar Electrical Foreman is an essential component to the Capitol Valley Electric Management Team!

Responsibilities and Duties

• Responsible for the construction worker agreement of subcontractors, inspection and logistics of large-scale roof and ground mount PV electrical systems.
• Solar/PV construction & commissioning.
• Knowledge of DAS or SCADA installations. Including but not limited to the installation of a systems weather station and various components.
• Ability to interpret the designs’ intent.
• Inspection services for solar/PV, electrical and general construction
• Ability to interpret specifications and read blueprints.
• Assist in lay out of work for crew.
• Preplan daily activities and ensure crew productivity to meet job schedule.
• Order and coordinate delivery of necessary materials.
• Comply with all documentation requirements and fill out all project related reports, such as: Daily Reports, Safety Reports, Inspection Reports, 2 & 3 week look ahead schedules, etc.
• Audit safe work practices, ensuring PPE is available and used properly.
• Assist Superintendent in training, appraising work performance and addressing complaints of employees in the field.
• Conduct regular performance reviews of crewmen.

Qualifications

• Valid CA General Electrician or ET license
• Solar installation and electrical experience
• NABCEP Certifications preferred.
• Valid Driver License
• 3-5 years experience in Electrical Sub-contractor supervision
• 5-8 years of experience in Commercial Solar Electrical Work
• Strong understanding of 3 phase electrical solar theory
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Must have moderate skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Physical requirements include sitting, standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and use of hands and arms to operate equipment. Must have a strong sense of balance and no fear of heights. Must be able to lift and move up to 75 lbs.
• Must be able to pass background check

Benefits

• Company Truck
• Gas Card
• Medical and Dental Insurance
• 401K with 100% company match up to 4% of salary
• Paid Time Off
• Incentives/Bonuses paid out Quarterly
• FasTrak Pass(as needed)

Job Type: Full-time

Salary(Negotiable D.O.E)