Electrical Foreman- $5,000 Sign on Bonus

Lee Contracting; Walker (MI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Apprenticeship training

Paid holidays

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

HSA with employer contribution

Paid time off

Short-term disability & life insurance

Safety bonus program

Employee stock ownership plan

Travel incentive

Holiday bonus

Job summary

Lee Industrial Contracting in Pontiac, Michigan is seeking a Journeyman or Master Electrician to lead industrial electrical projects from start to finish. Requires a minimum of eight years in industrial electrical roles, the ability to read blueprints and schematics, and a thorough knowledge of NEC guidelines.

You will install, maintain, and troubleshoot complex systems. This on-site, full-time position offers hands-on mentorship of apprentices, collaboration with project managers and

Qualifications

• Must hold Journeyman or Master Electrician license.
• Minimum of 8 years’ experience in an industrial electrical role.
• Ability to read blueprints and schematics to determine scope, quantities and materials.
• Understanding of industrial facilities including structural, electrical and plumbing systems.
• Strong knowledge of electrical code and NEC guidelines.
• Ability to install specialty systems, hazardous locations, medium voltage and building controls.
• Disconnect and reconnect manufactured equipment and related systems.
• Ability to install, maintain and repair electrical systems per NEC.

Responsibilities

• Utilize standard electrical testing equipment.
• Troubleshoot electrical issues.
• Collaborate with other trades as needed.
• Adhere to company safety standards and procedures.
• Lead projects from start to finish.
• Communicate professionally with customers, PMs, and estimators.
• Guide apprentices and journeymen electricians.
• Plan installations to minimize material waste and meet codes.

Skills

Read blueprints & schematics

Lead multiple crews

Safety compliance

Education

Journeyman or Master Electrician license

Tools

Aerial-lift operation

Forklift operation

Trucks operation

Trailer loading

Telehandler

Skid Steer

Meter usage

Meggers

Job description

Founded in 1989, Lee Industrial Contracting is a 100% employee-owned company based in Pontiac, Michigan. We are the premier industrial contractor of choice for a broad variety of equipment installation, construction, and service projects. As employee‑owners, we all strive to demonstrate the core values of Safety, Teamwork, Integrity, and Dedication each and every day. As a team, our mission is to provide our customers with the finest people, material, and equipment available.

We Are Proud To Offer Our Employees

• Apprenticeship and Comprehensive Training Programs
• Paid Holidays Upon Hire
• Competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• HSA with Employer Contribution
• Paid Time Off
• Company Paid Short‑Term Disability & Life Insurance
• Safety Bonus Program
• Employee Stock Ownership Program
• Work Travel Incentive
• Holiday Bonus
• And so much more!

Responsibilities

• Utilize standard electrical testing equipment
• Troubleshoot electrical issues
• Collaborate with and assist other trades departments as needed
• Apply knowledge of policies and procedure followed within the Electrical Division and company
• Run any size project from start to finish
• Communicate professionally with customers, project managers, and estimators
• Strong understanding of turn‑key industrial process
• Ability to lead multiple crews on larger projects
• Train apprentices and journeyman electricians
• Plan new or modified installations to minimize waste of materials, provide access for future maintenance, and avoid unsightly, hazardous, and unreliable wiring, consistent with specifications and local electrical codes
• Adhere to company safety standards and procedures

Requirements

• Journeyman or Master Electrician license is required
• Minimum of 8 years’ experience in an industrial electrical role
• Able to read blueprints and schematics proficiently to determine the scope of work locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required
• Understands various aspects of an industrial facility including structural, electrical, plumbing systems, etc.
• Ability to demonstrate strong knowledge of electrical code and apply it daily while on the job
• Ability to Install Specialty Systems, Hazardous, Medium Voltage, Building Control
• Disconnect and Reconnect Manufactured Equipment, Presses, Weld Cells
• Install, maintain, and repair electrical systems in accordance with NEC guidelines

Preferred Requirements

• Transformers Medium Voltage
• Medium Voltage Terminations

Equipment & Tool Experience

• Aerial‑lift Operation – Boom & Scissor Lift
• Forklift Operation – Material Handling up to 5000 #
• Basic Operation of trucks and equipment
• Trailer Loading and securing of construction material
• Telehandler
• Skid Steer – Material Handling
• Meter usage
• Meggers

Rigging Requirements

• Signal or verbally direct workers engaged in hoisting and moving loads to ensure safety of workers and materials.
• Use & recognize limitations of chains, synthetic, metal mesh and wire rope slings
• Use & recognize rigging hardware including hooks, shackles, wire rope clips, clamps, eye bolts, softeners and tag lines
• Identifies common load configurations & positioning
• Calculate load weights
• Rigger 2 training – trains on above

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to ascend/descend ladders, scaffolds, stairs, and/or operate scissor/boom lifts while working at height.
• Work in permit & non‑permit required confined spaces and in proximity to loud equipment.
• Must be able to lift and carry or otherwise move up to 50 pounds regularly/occasionally
• Must be able to respond quickly to auditory alarms, visual signals, or other effective means to communicate hazards
• Must be able to move safely over uneven terrain or in confined spaces.
• Must be able to work in cold/hot environments.
• Must be able to traverse irregular and steep terrain.

This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions, and nothing herein restricts managements right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.