Foreman - Electrical Contractor

Powerstaff Consulting • San Jose, CA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Powerstaff is recruiting a Foreman for an established commercial electrical contractor. The role leads electrical crews on permanent projects across the San Francisco Bay Area, Central Valley, and Sacramento Region, covering commercial, industrial, multi-family, healthcare, education, mission-critical, and data-center work. The Foreman is responsible for keeping work safe, on schedule, productive, and compliant with installation and quality standards while remaining hands-on in the field. The position works closely with Project Managers, Project Engineers, General Contractors, inspectors, and other trades, and includes mentoring electricians and apprentices.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of commercial electrical construction experience.
• Previous experience as a Foreman, Lead Electrician, Superintendent, or in a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of commercial electrical systems and installation methods.
• Strong command of the NEC and industry safety standards.
• Experience scheduling work, coordinating crews, and managing productivity.
• Ability to read construction drawings and electrical plans.
• Experience with material ordering and project coordination.
• Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug and alcohol screening.
• Ability to work from ladders, lifts, scaffolding, and elevated platforms; lift and carry materials over 50 lbs; bend, kneel, crawl, climb, and work in confined or elevated spaces; and work outdoors in all weather.
• Ability to travel to job sites across Northern California, typically within about 100 miles of the Bay Area.
• Ability to work overtime or occasional night shifts when schedules require.

Nice To Haves

• Journeyman Electrician license; Master Electrician qualification is highly regarded.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification.
• Experience on healthcare, education, industrial, multi-family, mission-critical, or data-center projects.
• Experience with project documentation, scheduling, and productivity reporting.
• Experience with lifts, cable-pulling equipment, hydraulic benders, and large commercial installations.

Responsibilities

• Lead, supervise, and mentor electricians and apprentices on commercial projects.
• Plan daily work and assign tasks to maintain crew productivity.
• Interpret electrical drawings, blueprints, schematics, and specifications.
• Lay out conduit, wiring, switchgear, panels, and equipment locations.
• Coordinate work with Project Managers, Project Engineers, General Contractors, inspectors, and other trades.
• Track schedules and keep work moving safely and on time.
• Ensure installations meet NEC requirements, local codes, and company quality standards.
• Monitor labor productivity, materials, equipment, and job progress.
• Complete daily reports, timecards, and material requisitions.
• Conduct toolbox talks and enforce site safety procedures.
• Troubleshoot installation problems and provide technical guidance to field staff.
• Install and oversee conduit, wiring, panels, switchgear, and related equipment.
• Safely operate and supervise use of hydraulic benders, cable pullers, threaders, lifts, and other specialty equipment.
• Keep job sites secure, clean, and organized.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Paid time off.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee referral program.
• Clear progression opportunities into General Foreman, Superintendent, and Operations leadership.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed