Electrical Crew Lead

Jmf-Underground-Inc-1; Mechanicsburg (Cumberland County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wage

Health, Vision and Dental

401(k) with matching funds up to 4%

Paid Time off

Paid Holidays

Safety Gear Provided

Paid Bereavement

Direct Deposit

Long Term disability offered

Job summary

JMF Underground Inc is seeking an Electrical Crew Lead to provide day-to-day leadership and technical guidance to a field crew performing underground electrical construction. You will oversee conduit installation, cable placement, grounding systems, and trench operations, ensuring work meets project specs and safety standards.

You will read basic electrical drawings, coordinate daily activities, conduct pre-task safety talks, document production logs, and train laborers while traveling to

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 3+ years in electrical construction, underground utilities, or related field.
• Practical knowledge of electrical construction methods and materials.
• Ability to read basic electrical drawings and understand plans.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Valid driver’s license; CDL preferred or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct a crew performing underground electrical construction.
• Read and interpret basic electrical drawings and plans.
• Ensure installations meet project requirements and quality standards.
• Coordinate daily work activities for efficiency and productivity.
• Conduct pre-task safety discussions and identify hazards.
• Train laborers and provide hands-on guidance as needed.
• Oversee conduit, cable placement, grounding, and equipment installation.
• Maintain safety documentation and production logs.
• Inspect completed work for quality and compliance.
• Travel to project sites as necessary.

Skills

Crew leadership

Electrical field work

Read electrical drawings

Safety compliance

Troubleshooting

Communication

Training laborers

Documentation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Conduit installation tools

Cable pulling equipment

Grounding equipment

Job description

Looking for an opportunity where success comes naturally? Then you may have found your crew. We’re looking for an Electrical Crew Lead to join our team.

About the Role:

The Electrical Crew Lead is responsible for providing day-to-day leadership and technical guidance to a field crew performing underground electrical construction work. This position serves as the lead worker on assigned projects, ensuring installations are completed safely, efficiently, and according to project specifications and electrical standards. This role involves overseeing tasks such as conduit installation, cable placement, grounding systems, electrical connections, trench operations, and job site preparation and restoration.

The Electrical Crew Lead works alongside crew members in the field and utilizes their electrical knowledge and practical experience to direct work activities, troubleshoot installation issues, and train employees

Essential Functions:

• Lead and direct a crew performing underground electrical construction and utility installation work.


• Read and interpret basic electrical drawings, plans, and utility specifications.


• Ensure installations meet project requirements and company quality standards.


• Coordinate daily work activities to promote efficiency and productivity.


• Conduct pre-task safety discussions and identify potential hazards.


• Maintain communication with supervisors regarding project progress, material needs, and jobsite concerns.


• Complete basic daily reports, production logs, and safety documentation.
  


• Ensure tools, equipment, and vehicles are properly maintained and used safel


• Assist with troubleshooting installation issues and resolving field-related challenges.


• Inspect completed work for quality and compliance.


• Monitor jobsite safety and ensure compliance with company policies and OSHA requirements.


• Provide hands-on guidance and training to laborers as needed.


• Oversee cable pulling operations and assist with electrical equipment installation.


• Assist with the installation of conduit systems, duct banks, handholes, pull boxes, transformers, light pole foundations, and underground electrical infrastructure.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED.


• Minimum 3 years of electrical construction, underground utility, or related field experience.


• Practical knowledge of electrical construction methods and materials.


• Understanding of conduit installation, cable placement, grounding, and utility construction practices.


• Ability to identify and correct installation deficiencies.


• Ability to work independently and make sound field decisions.


• A valid driver's license is required.


• CDL preferred or willingness to obtain.


• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.


• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.


• Ability to work in confined spaces, trenches, and active construction zones.


• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.


• Ability to travel to project sites as necessary.

Here’s what to know about working here:

At JMF Underground Inc, we’re a tight-knit company who are as passionate about caring for our clients as we are about each other. Though we’re the leading Directional Drill company within Central PA, we maintain a small company feel and supportive environment that makes our team members feel at home.

If you’re looking to join a crew of talented go-getters who tackle big vision projects other companies could only dream of, you might just have found your match. With our range of services, including Utility Construction for Electrical and Gas transmission and distribution services, there’s no limit to what we can do, and what you can achieve.

In addition to industry-leading development opportunities, you’ll also have benefits and perks after 90 days of employment:

• Competitive wage

• Health, Vision and Dental

• 401 (k) with matching funds up to 4%

• Paid Time off


• Paid Holidays


• Safety Gear Provided

• Paid Bereavement

• Direct Deposit

• Long Term disability offered

JMF was founded in 2005 and provides directional drilling services for the central Pennsylvania region. Visit our website www.jmfunderground.com for more information. JMF was awarded on the Top 50 fastest growing companies in Central Pennsylvania in 2014,2015, & 2019

JMF Underground Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer