Substation General Foreman

• Oversee, coordinate, pre-plan and schedule all aspects of multiple electrical construction projects,
  
• Expertise in 138kV, 69kV and 15kV equipment and all types of testing equipment and circuits.
  
• Ability to lay out all types of work including site and civil work.
  
• Apply complete and thorough knowledge of all electrical materials, tools tasks as needed in a commercial, industrial or specialty electrical installation.
  
• Ability to travel on projects outside of local area, may require travel and overnight stay at out-of- town project site for extended periods of time.
  
• Skilled expertise in 138kV, 69kV and 15kV installations, troubleshooting and working in and around medium and high voltage equipment.
  
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to build and maintain professional relationships between company, customers, management, field team, vendors and subcontractors.
  
• Proficiency in all job responsibilities and essential duties as required of a company Foreman.
  
• Execute and manage required paperwork daily including but not limited to manpower scheduling, daily journal and associated team tasks.
  
• Excellent ability to analyze, interpret and understand blueprints, including architectural, civil, electrical, fire suppression, HVAC, plumbing, drawings and work scope and change orders.
  
• Management and collection of bill of materials and identification of project labor needs for effective change order management and time and material work. Keep track of and monitor all change order opportunities and risk.
  
• Responsible for change order approval prior to work being completed.
  
• Review and approval of manpower timecards, electronic and manual, on a weekly basis for submittal to project management and payroll by Monday morning.
  
• Attend weekly and monthly company meetings relevant to improving the team and company as a whole as required for project and leadership success.
  
• Proficient in all types of troubleshooting of electrical systems on a commercial, industrial and specialty electrical systems.
  
• Coordination of all required inspections for projects.
  
• Initiate and monitor the safety program on the jobsite including but not limited to identifying and remediating potential jobsite hazards, conducting post-accident investigations, delivering weekly toolbox talks and insuring compliance of team members
  
• Ensure that all project related materials, tools and equipment are maintained in an orderly and safe working fashion. Maintain clean work areas daily.
  
• Supervise, mentor and evaluate crew team members and complete ongoing and yearly performance evaluations.
  
• Communicate with other employees, management and customers in a professional manner.
  
• Conform to company policies, procedures and safety requirements.

Requirements

• Possess a Journeyperson card or equivalent.
  
• Possess valid CPR/First Aid certification.
  
• Valid OSHA 30 certified.
  
• Expertise in 138kV, 69kV and 15kV equipment and all types of testing equipment and circuits.
  
• Excellent communication, leadership and supervision skills.
  
• Manage and oversee all aspects of the construction project as the General Foreman on site.
  
• Working knowledge of the most current National Electric Code (NEC) and NFPA70E. Attend approved seminars for the current National Electrical Code (NEC).
  
• Proficiency with computer and relevant job required hardware/software (i.e. iPad, laptop)
  
• Proficiency in testing electrical systems or continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment, or fixture using testing devices and meters such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, or meggers.
  
• Perform physically demanding tasks such as digging trenches, either by use of hand tools or power equipment, laying conduit or moving or lifting heavy objects.
  
• Capable of operating two-handed tools/equipment, cable cutters, hammer drills, compression tools, jack hammers, etc.
  
• Operate and work from mechanical hydraulic lifts (electric or gas powered).
  
• Operate company trucks with manual and automatic transmission.
  
• Operate all types of equipment including but not limited to bucket truck, backhoes, trenchers and line trucks in a safe manner.
  
• Ability to communicate well and give and follow instructions.
  
• Commitment to company values and the highest level of professional and ethical standards with Safety First at all times.

• Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in supervisory/team leader role with demonstrated project leadership and management abilities.
  
• High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED)
  
• Journeyperson certificate or equivalent work experience.
  
• Valid Driver’s License and satisfactory driving record.
  
• OSHA 30 certification
  
• Aerial and forklift certification
  
• Valid first aid/CPR certification

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
  
• Life Insurance
  
• Vacation and Personal Time
  
• 401K Plan with Matching Contribution
  
• Short-Term Disability
  
• Employee Assistance Program
  
• Employee Perks Program
  
• Competitive Pay and Opportunities for Advancement
  
• Yearly Bonus Potential and more...