Manager Electrical Ops

Freeman•San Francisco, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

As part of The Freeman Company, Event & Exhibit Services designs and delivers unforgettable moments that create a bond between audiences and our clients. It’s just one reason why we’re the leader in live events. The Manager Electrical Ops is responsible for locally overseeing all aspects of the electrical department, including office and union personnel, budgets, P&L reports, and event production. This role involves developing and maintaining interdepartmental relationships, acting as a liaison between Freeman and related unions, and professionally interacting with customers, team members, and third-party vendor/partner representatives to provide the highest level of customer service. A strong emphasis is placed on promoting and maintaining a strong safety culture by ensuring compliance with all safety policies and regulations, holding self and team accountable, actively communicating safety expectations, and supporting continuous improvement in safety practices. This position supports the Event & Exhibit Services team and follows an in-person, full-time schedule based out of San Francisco, CA.

Requirements

High school diploma and/or GED required.
Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year College or university; five (5) years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Electrical experience required.
Experience with production venues and/or showsite.
Understanding of O.S.H.A. requirements.
Working knowledge of workplace safety practices and applicable OSHA requirements.
Demonstrated ability to apply and uphold safety policies, ensure compliance with regulations, and contribute to a proactive safety culture that reduces incidents and improves safety outcomes.
OSHA 30 Certification required

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of the accounting systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

Oversee Freeman Electrical operations on a branch level.
Enforce company policies and procedures and see that they are carried out on a daily basis.
Work with director to ensure that employees are hired, disciplined, appraised, trained, coached, and mentored as required.
Maintain solid relationships with local convention bureau, convention center, hotels, customers, and internal personnel.
Ensure all jobs are completed in an effective and cost-savings manner.
Attend necessary industry functions.
Approve purchase orders, payables and credit memos.
Approve all staff expense reports.
Approve travel of all employees according to company travel policy.
Oversee proper administration of department payroll controls.
Conduct meetings with staff to review schedules, implement programs, and coordinate inter-department activities.
Review and analyze job cost sheets.
Review weekly payroll reports.
Review and evaluate all entries of P&L.
Ensure that department maintains appropriate training and safety programs.
Report commissionable sales figures for hotels, halls, and show management to corporate accounting by end of month.
Assist with electrical union contract negotiations and grievances as necessary.
Accurately prepare annual department budget and submit to corporate management by deadline.
Prepare capital expenditure list and submits for approval.
Review long range job planning and assignments with department heads.
Check insurance reports on a quarterly basis and reviews all claim reports.
Communicate and reinforce company safety objectives, programs, and policies within the team.
Ensure employees complete required training and understand their safety responsibilities.
Maintain compliance with company safety policies and applicable OSHA regulations.
Investigate and document workplace accidents, near misses, and hazards promptly, and implement corrective actions as needed.
Lead by example by encouraging open communication on safety concerns and fostering accountability for maintaining a safe work environment.
Track and review safety performance metrics, using insights to support decision-making and corrective actions.
Perform other duties as assigned.