What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electrical Foreman position at Birdon America, Inc.?
Posting Name: Electrical Foreman
Schedule: M – T, 5:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Electrical Foreman
This position is located On-site in our Bayou La Batre, AL location.
Birdon America, Inc. is seeking an Electrical Foreman to join our growing team at our Bayou La Batre, Alabama shipyard. This is a great opportunity for you to provide your knowledge and skills to a growing company in building a new Coast Guard vessel.
Roles and Responsibilities:
- Advanced knowledge of Direct Current and Alternating Currents.
- Capable of installing complex electronic components.
- Capable of reading electrical diagrams and estimating cable footage required based on drawings.
- Capable of directing the proper organization, banding, and packing of electrical cableways and transits.
- Possesses excellent organizational skills.
- Must be able to follow schedules and deadlines.
- Provide problem solving resource constraints.
- Ability to effectively lead and manage a team of 12 to 15 people.
- Must be able to complete yearly performance reviews on crew members.
- Must be able to work safely and promote a safety conscience culture.
- Employees must procure a number of specific tools; a list will be provided.
- Must be able to read and comprehend electrical schematics.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Word and basic Excel.
Qualifications / Skills / Experience:
- 5 to 7 years supervisor experience
- Fundamental knowledge in electrical systems as it pertains to boat building.
- Must be able to lift up to 50lbs.
- Must be able to stand, bend, stoop, squat or kneel regularly, as well as climb stairs and ladders to complete tasks.
Birdon offers a full benefits package including:
Health/Dental/Vision
EAP/Life
STD/LTD
401(k) with company match (pre- and post-tax options)
Vacation/Sick accrual and holiday pay
Tuition reimbursement program
Employee referral program
Pet Insurance
Birdon is committed to the HEALTH and SAFETY of our workforce and to the ENVIRONMENT we expect this same commitment from all employees.
Birdon America Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Know Your Rights. The Company invites any applicant and/or employee to review the Company’s written Affirmative Action Plan. This plan is available for inspection upon request by emailing hr@birdon.us. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact hr@birdon.us for further assistance.