Distribution Electrician Crew Foreman

Renegade Group; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Renegade Group is seeking a Distribution Electrician Crew Foreman to supervise and perform skilled electrical work on overhead and underground distribution systems. You will lead a crew of electricians and apprentices, ensure safe and efficient execution, and uphold company policies, safety regulations, and industry standards.

A CDL is required. The role requires strong leadership, thorough knowledge of distribution systems, and the ability to work under emergency conditions.

Qualifications

• Completion of an approved electrical line apprenticeship program.
• Journeyman Lineman or Distribution Electrician certification.
• Demonstrated leadership or supervisory experience in distribution line work.
• Valid Class A or B CDL with required endorsements.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, direct, and coordinate the daily activities of distribution electrician crews.
• Plan and assign work, ensuring proper staffing, tools, equipment, and materials.
• Ensure all work is performed in compliance with OSHA, NESC, DOT, and company safety rules.
• Conduct job briefings, tailboard meetings, and hazard assessments.
• Perform and oversee energized and de-energized line work.
• Coordinate switching, grounding, tagging, and clearance procedures with system operations or dispatch.
• Inspect completed work for quality, accuracy, and safety compliance.
• Train, mentor, and evaluate crew members including apprentices, helpers, and journeymen.
• Respond to outages, emergencies, and storm restoration events.
• Maintain productivity records, time reports, work orders, and required documentation.
• Communicate job status, system conditions, and safety issues to supervisors and other departments.
• Ensure proper care and use of tools, vehicles, and equipment.

Skills

Leadership

Distribution knowledge

Hazard recognition

Reading system maps

Communication

Independent work

Education

Electrical line apprenticeship program

Journeyman Lineman certification

Distribution Electrician certification

CDL with endorsements

Job description

Distribution Electrician Crew Foreman is responsible for supervising and performing skilled electrical work related to the construction, maintenance, and repair of overhead and underground electrical distribution systems. This role leads a crew of electricians and apprentices, ensures work is completed safely and efficiently, and maintains compliance with company policies, safety regulations, and industry standards. CDL Required

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise, direct, and coordinate the daily activities of distribution electrician crews


• Plan and assign work, ensuring proper staffing, tools, equipment, and materials


• Ensure all work is performed in compliance with OSHA, NESC, DOT, and company safety rules


• Conduct job briefings, tailboard meetings, and hazard assessments


• Perform and oversee energized and de-energized line work


• Coordinate switching, grounding, tagging, and clearance procedures with system operations or dispatch


• Inspect completed work for quality, accuracy, and safety compliance


• Train, mentor, and evaluate crew members including apprentices, helpers, and journeymen


• Respond to outages, emergencies, and storm restoration events


• Maintain productivity records, time reports, work orders, and required documentation


• Communicate job status, system conditions, and safety issues to supervisors and other departments


• Ensure proper care and use of tools, vehicles, and equipment

Qualifications

• Completion of an approved electrical line apprenticeship program


• Journeyman Lineman or Distribution Electrician certification


• Demonstrated leadership or supervisory experience in distribution line work


• Valid Class A or B CDL with required endorsements

Skills & Abilities

• Strong leadership, decision-making, and crew management skills


• Thorough knowledge of distribution system construction, maintenance, and troubleshooting


• Excellent hazard recognition and safety enforcement skills


• Ability to read and interpret system maps, staking sheets, and switching orders


• Effective communication and coordination skills


• Ability to work independently and under emergency conditions

Working Conditions

• Outdoor work in all weather conditions


• Exposure to high voltage, heights, traffic, and heavy equipment


• Physically demanding work includes climbing, lifting, and extended standing


• Overtime, on-call duty, and emergency storm response required

Preferred Qualifications (Optional)

• Formal foreman or supervisor training


• Switching authority certification


• First Aid/CPR certification


• Underground distribution or substation experience