Electrical Commissioning Lead – Data Center Projects

Interstates Companies; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Health, Dental, Vision

Paid time off

Bonus incentives

Company vehicle or allowance

Job summary

Interstates, a nationwide electrical, controls, and OT contractor, is seeking an Electrical Commissioning Foreman to lead commissioning activities at job sites. You will plan schedules, supervise crews, ensure adherence to design and safety standards, and mentor technicians during checkout, startup, and testing tasks.

The role requires deep motor controls and PLC knowledge, field leadership experience, and willingness to relocate locally for project work in/around the Dulles area.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical electrical degree preferred.
• 6+ years of construction or data center experience.
• Strong knowledge of motor controls, PLCs, and industrial systems.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics and single-line drawings.
• Willingness to work on active construction sites.
• Proven leadership in field operations, preferably data centers.

Responsibilities

• Lead crews with a positive, accountable culture and escalate issues as needed.
• Plan and coordinate daily/short-term work, manage materials, tools and equipment.
• Ensure work meets plans, standards and quality and maintain documentation.
• Enforce safety standards and promote safe practices within the crew.
• Coordinate with team and supervisors, support scheduling and workflow needs.
• Provide guidance and mentoring to crew members; give constructive feedback.
• Contribute to daily planning and resource preparation.

Skills

Electrical

PLC

Motor controls

Industrial systems

Reading schematics

Leadership

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical electrical degree

Job description

Interstates, a nationwide electrical, controls, and OT contractor, is seeking an Electrical Commissioning Foreman to lead commissioning activities at job sites. You will plan schedules, supervise crews, ensure adherence to design and safety standards, and mentor technicians during checkout, startup, and testing tasks.

The role requires deep motor controls and PLC knowledge, field leadership experience, and willingness to relocate locally for project work in/around the Dulles area.