What are the responsibilities and job description for the Commercial Electrician Foreman position at Ohio Valley Electrical Services, Inc.?
Job Title: Commercial Electrician Foreman Position Summary: The Commercial Electrician Foreman will lead a team of electricians and contractors to safely and efficiently maintain, troubleshoot, and install electrical systems in a commercial environment. The Foreman ensures compliance with safety standards, electrical codes, and project timelines while minimizing equipment downtime and maximizing plant reliability. Key Responsibilities:
- Supervise, train, and coordinate work for electricians and apprentices performing maintenance, repair, and installation of commercial electrical systems.
- Lead electrical work on capital projects, including reading schematics, reviewing plans, and coordinating with engineers, contractors, and other trades.
- Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair equipment such as motors, drives, control panels, transformers, switchgear, and instrumentation.
- Maintain and update electrical documentation, including wiring diagrams, panel schedules, and asset records.
- Oversee and ensure compliance with NEC, NFPA 70E, OSHA, and site-specific safety standards.
- Assist with procurement of materials and tools needed for maintenance and project work.
- Provide regular progress reports to management on maintenance performance and project status.
- Conduct job safety analyses (JSAs) and enforce lockout/tagout (LOTO) and other safety procedures.
- Identify and recommend opportunities for system upgrades, energy efficiency improvements, and cost reductions.
- Coordinate with other departments to minimize production disruptions during maintenance or project work.
- Support commissioning and startup activities for new or modified equipment.
- High school diploma or GED required; technical school diploma or associate degree in Electrical Technology preferred.
- Valid Journeyman or Master Electrician license strongly preferred.
- Minimum of 5-7 years of commercial electrical experience, including 2 years in a leadership or supervisory role.
- Demonstrated knowledge of industrial electrical systems up to 480V (or higher as required).
- Familiarity with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems) for work orders and asset tracking.
- Proven track record of successfully managing capital projects and coordinating contractors.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and P&IDs.
- New construction and remodel sites with exposure to noise, heat, heights, and confined spaces.
- Must be able to work overtime, weekends, or on-call as needed to support production or project deadlines.
- Physical requirements include standing, walking, climbing ladders, lifting up to 50 lbs., and working at heights.
- ESOP- Employee Owned Company
- Competitive pay with overtime eligibility.
- Health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Paid time off and holidays.
- Opportunities for training, certification, and career advancement.