Electrical Foreman

Gaylor Electric•Atlanta, GA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Mission Critical Project - Northern Alabama SCOPE OF WORK Ability to lead and perform installations, alterations, additions, and/or repairs of electrical systems, conductors, and associated materials and equipment within the residential, commercial, and industrial electrical industry. Responsible for the on-site management and safety of assigned construction tasks and projects and assigned field personnel to ensure the project is completed within established budget, time and quality standards while following standard operating procedures, and adhering to all NEC state and local codes. Coordinates field installations and project close-outs, as well as develops and maintains customer/client relationships. POSITION REQUIREMENTS Uses Gaylor Values as tools to carry out all job responsibilities Understands and complies with Company and job safety requirements (O.S.H.A.) and enforces crew to do the same Communicates importance of proper interpretation and enforcement of Gaylor policies and guidelines Understands and enforces compliance with NEC, state, and local codes Understands and can perform or demonstrate all Journeyperson skills Possesses technical knowledge, safety knowledge, and ability to work with live/energized parts Demonstrates and enforces proper use and safe handling of tools, equipment, and materials Clearly understands the scope of work, including the responsibilities of other trades at site Possesses knowledge of blueprints, shop drawings, and ability to visualize completed work prior to installation Collaborates with field personnel and support staff

Requirements

Uses Gaylor Values as tools to carry out all job responsibilities
Understands and complies with Company and job safety requirements (O.S.H.A.) and enforces crew to do the same
Communicates importance of proper interpretation and enforcement of Gaylor policies and guidelines
Understands and enforces compliance with NEC, state, and local codes
Understands and can perform or demonstrate all Journeyperson skills
Possesses technical knowledge, safety knowledge, and ability to work with live/energized parts
Demonstrates and enforces proper use and safe handling of tools, equipment, and materials
Clearly understands the scope of work, including the responsibilities of other trades at site
Possesses knowledge of blueprints, shop drawings, and ability to visualize completed work prior to installation
Collaborates with field personnel and support staff
May require working in all elements (heat, cold, rain, snow, etc.) depending on job location and/or time of year
Must be able to utilize construction site sanitary facilities (port-o-lets)
Must have required hand tools at all times while at work site (waist tool belts can weigh up to 30 lbs.)
Must be able to work scheduled hours as well as overtime, as required, on short notice
Must be able to work in noisy environments
Must be able to remain calm in times of heightened emotional situations
Must work well with others as a member of a team to complete tasks
Must be able to wear personnel protective equipment (i.e., hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, high visibility vest, safety harness, etc.) when required
Ability to stand, bend, stoop, squat, crawl, climb, kneel, balance, push, pull, and reach overhead for extended periods of time
Ability to lift loads of up to 51 lbs.
Repetitive use of arms, hands, and fingers
Ability to climb and use ladders and scaffolding of all types for extended periods of time
Possess good vision/hearing (normal or corrected)
Ability to make transition from designated employee parking areas to construction areas and be able to gain access to all levels of building/structure, even if only means of access is by OSHA approved site construction ladder or stairs still under construction but deemed safe for use
Ability to work while constantly moving
Ability to reach and stretch to position equipment, fixtures, etc. while maintaining balance
Ability to use both hands simultaneously for tying knots and for proper use of power equipment
Must be able to see color to discern color-coded wiring
Must be physically capable of pulling wires and cables through conduits
High School graduate or equivalency, preferred
Accredited Apprenticeship Program completion or six years on the job electrical experience required
Journeyman License requirement in states, locales, or projects, as required

Responsibilities

Demonstrates acceptable Company work practices that can be emulated by fellow employees
Cultivates a working relationship with managers, supervisors, fellow employees, and customers/clients encouraging a cooperative environment
Works with supervisor in personnel alignment and scheduling tasks to facilitate weekly action plans to meet project deadlines while meeting Company quality standards
Effectively oversees, directs, and develops an assigned team of 1-6 Helpers, Apprentices, and/or Journeypersons in proper work practices
Conducts meetings and huddles with assigned crew to meet project objectives and schedules
Ensures crew reports to assigned job site location on time, as directed
Assigns field employees to project tasks based upon individual’s ability and experience
Assists employees in identifying, analyzing, and resolving existing or anticipated obstacles
Leads, motivates, coaches, and develops assigned employees by giving frequent honest feedback
Resolves conflicts related to construction of the project as well as personnel difficulties
Monitors and orders materials, tools, and equipment
Ensures crew maintains and properly stores tools, materials, and equipment to maintain clean and a neat work area
Obtains supervisor’s approval prior to crew installation of requested change orders
Completes routine daily inspections of equipment and work areas to verify accurate and timely installations
Completes and documents regular safety inspections
Reports accidents or incidents to the Supervisor in a timely manner, per Company policy
Utilizes and maintains accurate project documentation (i.e. time sheets, progress reports, daily logs, etc.)
May interact with owners, owner representatives, architects, engineers, trade contractors, vendors, and others associated with project activities
Other duties, as assigned