Systems Foreman

Bergelectric•Riverside, CA

About The Position

The Systems Foreman monitors installations and ensures work meets Bergelectric Corp. standards and project specifications. The role works cooperatively with the general contractor and/or customer to manage the project, schedule, and employees. It is responsible for productivity, safety, quality control, labor costs, scheduling, workforce allocation, material procurement, and other activities that contribute to successful project completion.

Requirements

Two to four years of field experience working as a Systems Journeyman.
Current Journeyman Fire Alarm, NICET II, or other alarm-system state license, if required by the applicable state, city, or county.
Thorough knowledge of fire alarm and other low-voltage systems, including camera installations, CCTV, access control, and nurse-call installation and integration in commercial settings.
Ability to order and track materials, perform cost projections, and develop as-builts.
First-hand knowledge and experience with scheduling, material lead times, product knowledge, and installation durations.
Understanding of electrical codes and installation methods.
Experience installing power systems, including lighting, fire protection, security, and data networks.
Knowledge of building, installing, and maintaining control panels.
Comfort using electrical single-line blueprints.
Experience verifying installation compliance and functionality.
Knowledge of identifying and repairing faults in electrical apparatus and circuits.

Responsibilities

Manage and assign crew tasks to achieve productivity objectives, and maintain an accurate labor tracking log.
Establish project goals and monitor progress toward them.
Manage purchase orders, ensure materials are received, and follow bulk-buy material procedures.
Follow project contract-document changes and company change-order notice-to-proceed policies.
Use prefabrication facilities and company-wide installation methods and policies.
Ensure appropriate safety equipment, materials, and tools are onsite.
Give Superintendent(s) sufficient notice of crew changes.
Anticipate and resolve potential issues proactively.
Ensure crew members start and finish shifts on time and take meal and rest breaks in accordance with the Employee Handbook and applicable labor laws.
Conduct performance evaluations of crew members.
Maintain complete and accurate as-builts according to company procedures and project requirements.
Communicate effectively with project owners, architects, general contractors, management, crew members, and others.
Ensure work meets NEC and applicable federal, state, county, and local codes, as well as contract documents.
Follow company, state, and federal safety policies and procedures.
Foster teamwork and monitor crew morale to support positive outcomes.
Ensure compliance with policies and procedures in the company Employee Handbook.