General Foreman
Job Description
As a Foreman you will be responsible for supervising crews involved in the installation, alteration, addition, and/or repair of electrical systems, conductors, and associated materials and equipment on any type project; or may be the primary job site supervisor on smaller construction, retrofit, or tenant finish projects. The ideal candidate has previous Foreman experience, a solid employment track record, and demonstrates integrity and reliability. We are looking for career minded candidates who are willing to learn and grow with the company.
Objectives
To supervise and assist crews in every stage of installation or servicing of electrical systems.
Duties and Responsibilities
Be responsible for all FSG Electric field trades on an electrical construction crew or project. · Confer with customers and engineers to assess equipment needs and to determine system requirements
Does a working estimate and take-off jointly with the Project Manager.
Lays out work for subordinate lead persons, and is jointly responsible with the Project Manager for having material, tools, equipment, information and appropriate manpower in the proper place in a timely fashion.
Establishes work schedules and man-loading charts.
Directs subordinate crew in installation of electrical feeders; equipment such as pumps, motors, and generators; control and distribution apparatus such as switch gear, relays, and circuit breaker panels; lighting fixtures and outlets; and related connections and terminations.
Monitors work as performed, directs subordinate crews, and schedules work according to the pace of the job and other trades.
May perform work being supervised for either production or instruction.
Handles or oversees the disposition of required office correspondence and administrative paperwork such as official forms, daily reports, time sheets/tickets, safety reports, etc.
Is responsible for crew or project safety performance. Assured employees are properly trained or instructed in performance of duties to which assigned. Assures compliance with all FSG Electric safety processes and protocols. Investigates or assists in investigation and reporting of any accident or safety incidents involving jobsite employees.
Test electrical systems or continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment, or fixtures, using testing devices, such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, or oscilloscopes, to ensure compatibility and safety of the system.
Troubleshoots and resolves problems in electrical circuits, systems, and equipment.
Repairs faulty equipment or systems.
Work from ladders, scaffolds, or roofs to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring, equipment, or fixtures.
Advise management on whether continued operation of equipment could be hazardous.
Meets attendance standards and complies with late/absence notification procedures.
Maintain current electrician’s license or identification card to meet governmental regulations.
Meets attendance standards and complies with late/absence notification procedures.
Attends at least 144 hours of classroom instruction during each year of apprenticeship training, maintaining a minimum passing grade of 70.
DOES NOT WORK ON ENERGIZED CIRCUITS OR EQUIPMENT.
Qualifications
Leadership or Management-2 years (Preferred)
Construction/Trade/Remodeling-2 years (Preferred)
- Exempt Status
- Exempt