Systems Foreman

Bergelectric•San Diego, CA

7d•$38 - $50

About The Position

The Systems Foreman monitors installations to ensure 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, manpower movement, materials procurement, and other activities that affect successful project completion. The Systems Foreman leads and coordinates crew members, tracks labor, establishes project goals, manages materials and purchase orders, and ensures the availability of appropriate safety equipment, tools, and materials. The role maintains project documentation, including accurate as-builts, and ensures that installation work complies with applicable codes, contract documents, and company policies. It also communicates with project stakeholders, supports teamwork and crew morale, and follows company, state, and federal safety requirements. The position requires field experience as a Systems Journeyman and knowledge of fire alarm and other low-voltage systems, electrical codes, installation methods, power systems, control panels, and electrical single-line blueprints. The work involves outdoor exposure to varied weather and high noise levels, along with physical tasks such as lifting, pulling, climbing, and prolonged standing.

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.
Knowledge of fire alarm and other low-voltage systems, including camera installations, CCTV, access control, and nurse call installation and integration in a commercial setting.
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 with installation of lighting, fire protection, security, and data network power systems.
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.
Ability to lift 50 pounds from the ground and pull 50 pounds of force.
Ability to climb ladders, pull wire and conduit, squat, stoop, or kneel while wearing a 25-pound tool belt, and stand for long periods while performing repetitive grasping or wire-manipulation tasks.
Ability to work from ladders, man lifts, or reach booms.

Responsibilities

Achieve productivity objectives by managing and assigning crew tasks and maintaining an accurate labor tracking log.
Establish project goals and monitor progress toward them.
Manage purchase orders and confirm materials are received in accordance with bulk-buy procedures.
Follow project contract document changes and company change-order notice-to-proceed policies.
Use the prefabrication facility and company-wide installation methods and policies.
Ensure required safety equipment, materials, and tools are onsite.
Give Superintendents sufficient notice of crew changes.
Anticipate and resolve potential issues proactively.
Ensure crew members begin and finish shifts on time and take meal and break periods in accordance with the Employee Handbook and applicable laws.
Conduct performance evaluations of crew members.
Maintain complete and accurate as-builts in accordance with company procedures and project requirements.
Communicate effectively with project owners, architects, general contractors, management, crew members, and other individuals.
Ensure work complies with 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.
Ensure compliance with policies and procedures in the company Employee Handbook.