Electrical Foreman

Colonial Group; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonial Group in the United States is seeking an experienced electrician for on-site construction work. You will read blueprints, install conduit per NEC, and work around high voltage equipment.

The role requires journeyman or master electrician license, 4+ years in manufacturing/industrial settings, and willingness to travel up to 90%. Safety gear and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum High School Diploma, GED or equivalent.
• NCCER Certifications preferred but not required.
• Journeyman, Master Electrician or equivalent license required (any state).
• Minimum 4 years experience; preferably in manufacturing or industrial facilities.
• Motivated self-starter capable of working independently.
• Ability to write legible, routine correspondence and to speak effectively with management and other Chemelex employees.
• Knowledge of industrial electricity issues.
• Works well within teams.
• 90% travel to job sites around the country.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints, specifications and wiring diagrams; apply electrical theory to practical applications.
• Work on and around high voltage energized equipment; install various types of Electrical Conduit systems according to NEC.
• Follow all unit electrical / maintenance practices.
• Work in manufacturing environment to include climbing stairs and catwalks as well as extreme heat/cold weather conditions.
• Work rotating shifts, to include weekends and holidays as operating conditions require.
• Observe all safety rules and regulations; wear all personal protective equipment.
• Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Supervise and coordinate activities of journeymen and helpers.
• Responsible for time entry sheets.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Wiring diagrams

Electrical theory

Industrial electricity

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Journeyman/Master Electrician license (any state)

NCCER Certification (preferred)

Job description

You are responsible for electrical labor on a construction job site. Works under general supervision; follows instructions within an established process.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Read and interpret blueprints, specifications and wiring diagrams; apply electrical theory to practical applications.
• Work on and around high voltage energized equipment; install various types of Electrical Conduit systems according to NEC.
• Follow all unit electrical / maintenance practices.
• Work in manufacturing environment to include climbing stairs and catwalks as well as extreme heat/cold weather conditions.
• Work rotating shifts, to include weekends and holidays as operating conditions require.
• Observe all safety rules and regulations; wear all personal protective equipment.
• Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Supervise and coordinate activities of journeymen and helpers.
• Responsible for time entry sheets.

Requirements include but are not limited to:

• Minimum of a High School Diploma, GED or equivalent
• NCCER Certifications preferred but not required.
• Minimum Journeyman, Master Electrician or equivalent license required (any state).
• Minimum 4 years experience; preferably in manufacturing or industrial facilities.
• Motivated self-starter capable of working independently and efficiently.
• Ability to write legible, routine correspondence and to speak effectively as well as coherently with management and other Chemelex employees.
• Knowledge of industrial electricity issues
• Works well within teams.
• 90% travel to job sites around the country.