Systems Foreman

Bergelectric•San Diego, 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, manpower movement, materials procurement, and other activities affecting successful project completion. The Systems Foreman leads and evaluates crew members, tracks labor, establishes and monitors project goals, manages purchase orders and material receipts, and follows company procedures for bulk purchases, change orders, prefabrication, and installation. The position ensures required safety equipment, materials, and tools are onsite; maintains accurate as-built documentation; verifies work against applicable codes and contract documents; and communicates with project owners, architects, contractors, management, and crew members. It also supports crew morale and teamwork and ensures compliance with company policies, labor requirements, and safety procedures.

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 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 with installation of lighting, fire protection, security, and data-network power systems.
Knowledge of control-panel construction, installation, and maintenance.
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; climb ladders; pull wire and conduit; squat, stoop, or kneel while wearing a 25-pound tool belt; stand for long periods while performing repetitive wire-grasping or manipulation; and work from ladders, man lifts, or reach booms.

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 and confirm materials are received in accordance with bulk-buy procedures.
Follow contract-document changes and company change-order notice-to-proceed policies.
Use the prefabrication facility and company-wide installation methods and policies.
Ensure the proper 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 break periods 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 support positive crew morale.
Ensure compliance with company Employee Handbook policies and procedures.