Electrical General Foreman

Gridworks•Albuquerque, NM

7d•$72 - $72

About The Position

The Electrical General Foreman leads electrical teams and performs hands-on work on commercial, industrial, and utility-scale solar photovoltaic and battery energy storage projects. The role is responsible for quality work, jurisdictional and code compliance, and installation, alteration, repair, replacement, and maintenance of electrical systems, conductors, and associated equipment. The foreman works independently or with a team under limited supervision and must meet daily and weekly project deadlines. The position provides on-site direction to electricians, coordinates in-house and outsourced labor, manages jobsite materials and inventory as needed, reports field activities to project superintendents, and monitors installation performance. It also supports planning and execution, promotes best practices, ensures quality and schedule and budget targets, and supervises electricians. Travel is required based on business needs. This is a full-time position, and overtime may be required.

Requirements

Electrician's license, with a minimum of four years holding a Journeyman License.
More than three years of solar photovoltaic experience.
Demonstrable experience leading groups of associates to successfully complete solar projects.
Understanding of residential and commercial circuitry.
Advanced pipe-bending skills for pipe up to 2 inches in size.
Working knowledge of NEC electrical codes and experience reading blueprints, plans, and manufacturer specifications.
Understanding of commercial, industrial, and utility circuitry.
Ability to transport materials and equipment, up to 50 pounds frequently and up to 100 pounds with assistance.
Ability to climb ladders, work with tools, and work in crawl spaces.
Comfort with heights and ability to climb onto roofs.
Ability to work in varying temperatures and extreme weather conditions.
Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
Ability to pass a pre-employment background check and drug screen and participate in a random drug-testing program.
Accountable and self-motivated, with the ability to work without supervision.
Willingness and ability to travel based on business needs.

Responsibilities

Assist with planning, preparation, and construction of commercial, industrial, and utility-scale solar photovoltaic plants.
Provide on-site direction and leadership to electrician teams performing electrical installation work.
Coordinate and lead in-house and outsourced labor teams.
Manage material deliveries and jobsite inventory as needed.
Provide detailed field reporting logs for electrical teams to project superintendents.
Monitor and maintain desired performance metrics for electrical installation tasks in the field.
Communicate best practices from superintendents, personal experience, and the Engineering department to field personnel.
Assure the quality and consistency of electrical installations throughout the jobsite.
Ensure assigned work is completed on schedule and within budget.
Supervise electricians on the jobsite.
Participate in training and meetings.
Perform tasks beyond electrical and DC-side work as needed.
Travel based on the needs of the business.
Perform other duties as assigned.