Electrical Foreman

Brycon Corporation•Taylor, TX

16d•Onsite

About The Position

The Electrical Foreman is responsible for the safety and safe working conditions of project employees. This role involves reviewing schematics, inspecting wiring, supervising electrical crews, and ensuring production schedules are met. The Foreman interprets specifications, blueprints, and job orders, and establishes work procedures to meet production demands. They also analyze and resolve working problems, provide electrical expertise, and manage material requisitions and inspections. Additionally, the Foreman confers with other supervisors, ensures safety compliance, maintains records, and suggests improvements to efficiency. They are responsible for operating company vehicles and equipment, enforcing safety regulations, conducting training, and ensuring company policies are followed. A strong understanding of client needs, company policies, and OSHA regulations is essential. The role includes preparing daily reports, conducting safety audits, reviewing scope of work, preparing material take-offs, scheduling deliveries, and coordinating daily work tasks. The Foreman must also ensure crew participation in shift preparations and complete any other assigned duties.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
7 years’ experience of skilled electrical work
Must complete and pass a background check and a ten-panel drug /alcohol testing
Reliable transportation, valid Driver’s License, and favorable driving record
Ability to maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted during work activities.
Skilled in reading, writing and math.
Skilled in the use of electrical, basic power, and hand tools.
Ability to read blueprints and knowledge of electrical applications.
Knowledge of methods and techniques of performing skilled electrical work.
Knowledge of methods and techniques of storing equipment, materials and supplies.
Knowledge of principles and procedures of record keeping.
Knowledge of pertinent federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations.
Ability to prepare labor and material estimates.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
OSHA 30 required
Maintain proper equipment operating training certifications.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge and acceptance of good health and safety principles and practices are desired.
Skilled in interpersonal communication by establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted during work.

Responsibilities

Responsible for the safety and safe working conditions of project employees.
Review schematics for wiring and installation of equipment and fixtures for motors, generators, switches, circuit breakers and fuse boxes.
Inspect wiring and fixtures for conformance to company specifications or local electrical codes.
Supervise electrical lead and electrical crew.
Overview production schedules and estimate work hour requirements for completion of job assignment.
Interpret specifications, blueprints, drawings, and job orders assigned to the workers and their duties.
Establish or adjust work procedures to meet production schedules.
Recommend measures to improve production methods, equipment performance and quality of products.
Analyze and resolve working problems and/or assist in solving problems.
Provide skilled electrical expertise to crews in all phases of construction.
Requisition and inspection of materials.
Walk prospective jobs and assist with bid calculations.
Ensure parts and materials are ordered, received, inventoried and stored appropriately.
Confer with other supervisors to coordinate activities of individual departments.
Ensure all pre-task plans and job hazard analysis forms are filled out properly daily.
Maintain timesheets and production records of assigned employees and projects.
Suggest changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency within the company and all departments and/or work crews.
Operate company vehicles, forklift, and aerial lift in conjunction with proper certification.
Interpret company policies to the employees and enforce safety regulations.
Ensure collective training, performance evaluations, and disciplinary actions are conducted.
Initiate or suggest plans to motivate workers to achieve goals.
Ensure company policies and procedures are followed.
Demonstrate familiarity with current client(s), the company and OSHA safety regulations and policies.
Ensure all employees follow proper safety procedures and policies.
Inform Safety Manager and Supervisor of all safety violations and injuries immediately.
Prepare and submit crew’s daily timesheets.
Perform basic jobsite safety audits.
Review and sign off on PTPs.
Participate and mentor employees on completing PTPs.
Maintain safety barricades, signages, etc.
Review scope of work with Project Engineer, Project Manager, and/or General Foreman prior to starting work.
Prepare basic material take-offs for material ordering.
Schedule material and equipment to be delivered prior to starting work.
Call off rented equipment.
Coordinate, direct, and oversee daily work tasks for crew members.
When directed, complete Time and Material sheets and get the necessary signatures.
Read and understand drawings and specifications.
Review progress of work and ensure that work is per plans and specifications.
Check quality of work.
Complete daily reports.
Hold weekly toolbox talk meetings.
Ensure crew is participating in shift-prep in the morning and after lunch.
Responsible for all other duties as assigned.