Electrical Foreman

Twin Electric Inc.; California (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Twin Electric Inc. is seeking an experienced Industrial Electrical Foreman to lead electrical crews on diverse industrial, agricultural, and automation projects across California. This role requires a proven foreman with strong leadership, planning, and safety discipline.

You will coordinate with project management, ensure quality, and drive on-schedule, first-class installations. This is a hands-on, non-residential leadership position in a fast-paced industrial setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7+ years of industrial electrical construction experience.
• Previous Foreman or Lead Electrician experience.
• Strong understanding of industrial power distribution systems.
• Experience with MCCs, switchgear, transformers, motors, and motor controls.
• Strong knowledge of NEC and industrial construction practices.
• Ability to independently plan and execute work.
• Ability to read and build directly from electrical drawings and specifications.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Valid California Driver's License.
• Clean driving record for the past five years.
• Reliable transportation.
• Ability to pass background check and pre-employment drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise electrical crews on industrial construction projects.
• Plan daily work activities based on project schedules, drawings, and field conditions.
• Coordinate manpower, materials, equipment, and subcontractors.
• Ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and to Twin Electric's quality standards.
• Read and interpret one-line diagrams, electrical schematics, control drawings, construction plans, and specifications.
• Install and oversee MCCs, switchgear, transformers, motors, VFDs, soft starters, PLC panels, instrumentation, and industrial controls.
• Install conduit systems including EMT, rigid, O-cal, stainless steel, PVC, and underground raceways/duct banks.
• Manage productivity and labor performance; track progress and forecast needs.
• Conduct daily safety meetings and enforce OSHA/site safety requirements.
• Coordinate with Project Managers, Superintendents, Owners, Engineers, Inspectors, and Customers.
• Identify and resolve field conflicts before they impact schedule or budget.
• Maintain accurate daily reports and documentation.
• Mentor and develop apprentices and journeymen into future leaders.

Skills

Leadership

Electrical construction

Reading drawings

NEC knowledge

Project coordination

Safety leadership

CA DL

Tools

MCCs and switchgear

Transformers

Motors & motor controls

VFDs

Job description

Job Description

Industrial Electrical Foreman

Twin Electric Inc.

Pay: $40.00–$60.00 per hour (DOE)

Lead High-Impact Industrial Projects with Twin Electric

Twin Electric Inc. is seeking an experienced Industrial Electrical Foreman to lead electrical crews on complex industrial, agricultural, and automation projects throughout California.

This is not an entry-level leadership position. We are looking for a proven foreman who can successfully manage crews, coordinate with project management, maintain customer relationships, and deliver projects safely, on schedule, and with exceptional quality.

This is NOT residential or commercial tenant improvement work.

If you're a leader who thrives in industrial environments, enjoys mentoring electricians, and takes pride in delivering first-class installations, we'd like to hear from you.

What You'll Be Leading

Our projects include:

• Industrial manufacturing facilities
• Food processing plants
• Agricultural processing facilities
• Process equipment installations
• Industrial power distribution
• Motor Control Centers (MCCs)
• Switchgear installations
• PLC and automation systems
• Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)
• Instrumentation and controls
• Plant shutdowns
• Facility expansions
• Electrical upgrades and modernization projects

Primary Responsibilities

As the Foreman, you will be responsible for the successful execution of field operations by:

• Leading and supervising electrical crews on industrial construction projects
• Planning daily work activities based on project schedules, drawings, and field conditions
• Coordinating manpower, materials, equipment, and subcontractors
• Ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and to Twin Electric's quality standards
• Reading and interpreting:
• • One-line diagrams
  • Electrical schematics
  • Control drawings
  • Construction plans
  • Specifications
• Installing and overseeing installation of:
• • MCCs
  • Switchgear
  • Transformers
  • Distribution panels
  • Motors
  • VFDs
  • Soft starters
  • PLC panels
  • Instrumentation
  • Industrial controls
• Installing conduit systems including:
• • EMT
  • Rigid
  • Ocal (PVC Coated)
  • Stainless Steel
  • PVC
  • Underground raceways and duct banks
• Managing productivity and labor performance
• Tracking project progress and forecasting manpower and material needs
• Conducting daily safety meetings and enforcing OSHA and site-specific safety requirements
• Coordinating with Project Managers, Superintendents, Owners, Engineers, Inspectors, and Customers
• Identifying and resolving field conflicts before they impact schedule or budget
• Maintaining accurate daily reports and documentation
• Mentoring and developing apprentices and journeymen into future leaders

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants without industrial electrical leadership experience will not be considered.

Required:

• Minimum 7+ years of industrial electrical construction experience
• Previous Foreman or Lead Electrician experience
• Strong understanding of industrial power distribution systems
• Experience with MCCs, switchgear, transformers, motors, and motor controls
• Strong knowledge of NEC and industrial construction practices
• Ability to independently plan and execute work
• Ability to read and build directly from electrical drawings and specifications
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities
• Valid California Driver's License
• Clean driving record for the past five years
• Reliable transportation
• Ability to pass background check and pre-employment drug screening

Preferred Qualifications

• California Journeyman Certification
• Industrial electrical / automation experience
• Food processing or agricultural facility experience
• MSHA Certification
• OSHA 30 Certification
• Lift certifications
• Experience managing shutdowns and fast-track industrial projects

Leadership Expectations

We are looking for leaders who:

• Lead by e