Electrical Foreman- Semiconductor

Commercial Comm And Electric•Phoenix, AZ

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Electrical Foreman is responsible for leading, supervising, and coordinating electrical crews on semiconductor construction projects, including advanced manufacturing facilities, cleanrooms, and other high-tech industrial environments. This position oversees the installation, modification, and completion of electrical systems in accordance with project drawings, specifications, schedules, quality standards, and applicable electrical codes. The Electrical Foreman works closely with project managers, general contractors, superintendents, engineers, other trades, and equipment vendors to ensure electrical work is completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with the unique requirements of semiconductor facilities. Responsibilities include coordinating manpower and materials, monitoring daily progress, resolving field issues, and maintaining strict safety and quality standards in environments where precision, cleanliness, and schedule adherence are critical.

Requirements

Journeyman Electrician license or equivalent recognized electrical certification, as required by the project or jurisdiction.
Minimum of 8 years of electrical construction experience, with demonstrated experience leading electrical crews.
Previous experience supervising electricians, apprentices, or subcontractor personnel on commercial, industrial, or high-tech construction projects.
Strong working knowledge of electrical installations, power distribution, grounding and bonding, conduit systems, cable tray, feeders, and electrical equipment connections.
Ability to read and interpret electrical construction drawings, specifications, one-line diagrams, equipment layouts, and technical documentation.
Familiarity with construction schedules, manpower planning, material coordination, quality control, and field reporting.
Understanding of electrical safety standards, applicable NEC requirements, OSHA regulations, and project-specific safety procedures.
Ability to communicate effectively with field crews, project management, general contractors, engineers, and other trades.
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to troubleshoot field issues and make sound decisions.
Proficiency in using electrical tools, equipment, testing instruments, and applicable digital construction or reporting platforms.
Ability to work a minimum of 40 hours per week, with overtime, extended shifts, weekends, or schedule adjustments as required by project demands.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and safely climb ladders and access elevated work areas.
Ability to work at various heights using ladders, scaffolds, aerial lifts, catwalks, and other approved work platforms.
Ability to work in and around restricted-access areas and confined spaces when properly trained and authorized.
Ability to work in varying indoor and outdoor environmental conditions, including extreme temperatures where applicable.
Ability to comply with semiconductor facility access requirements, cleanroom protocols, PPE requirements, and site-specific training.

Nice To Haves

Semiconductor facility, cleanroom, advanced manufacturing, data center, or other mission-critical construction experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead, supervise, and coordinate electricians and apprentices performing electrical installations on semiconductor construction projects.
Plan daily work activities, assign tasks, coordinate manpower, and monitor crew productivity to meet project milestones and deadlines.
Read, interpret, and implement electrical blueprints, construction drawings, specifications, one-line diagrams, ladder diagrams, equipment layouts, and installation details.
Supervise the installation of electrical distribution systems, including conduit, cable tray, feeders, branch circuits, panels, switchgear, transformers, grounding, and bonding systems.
Coordinate electrical installations supporting semiconductor process equipment, cleanroom systems, manufacturing tools, and facility infrastructure.
Oversee electrical rough-in, equipment power connections, and final electrical hookups in coordination with mechanical, process piping, controls, instrumentation, and equipment installation teams.
Coordinate work in cleanrooms, controlled environments, and other restricted-access areas while following facility-specific cleanliness, access, and contamination-control requirements.
Ensure installations comply with approved drawings, project specifications, applicable electrical codes, quality requirements, and owner standards.
Coordinate material requirements, verify deliveries, identify shortages, and communicate procurement needs to project management to prevent delays.
Conduct daily jobsite inspections, review completed work, identify deficiencies, and coordinate corrective actions before inspections, testing, and commissioning.
Support electrical testing, equipment startup, commissioning, and turnover activities as required by the project.
Enforce jobsite safety procedures, including lockout/tagout (LOTO), electrical safe work practices, fall protection, PPE requirements, and confined-space procedures when applicable.
Conduct daily safety briefings and toolbox talks, identify potential hazards, and ensure crew members follow site-specific safety plans and procedures.
Coordinate work activities with general contractors, other subcontractors, facility representatives, engineers, and project supervision to minimize conflicts and maintain workflow.
Monitor project schedules, document daily progress, track manpower and material usage, and communicate delays, field changes, and potential issues to project management.
Maintain accurate records of completed work, inspections, field changes, and other required project documentation.
Demonstrate strong communication, leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making skills in a fast-paced construction environment.