Electrical Foreman Critical Power

Wachter, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 62,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Prescription & Vision

Life, AD&D and LTD

Paid Vacation and Holidays

Company- Matched 401(k) and IRA

Per-Diem for travel

Drive time and mileage paid

Company vehicle could be provided

Job summary

Wachter, Inc. seeks a Traveling 100% Foreman Electrician for heavy commercial and industrial projects. You will lead on-site, supervise a crew of 4 and stay hands-on with complex electrical systems.

Responsibilities include reading blueprints, conduit work, generator/UPS installs, PLCs, and industrial controls. Willingness to travel nationwide up to 60 hours per week is required.

Qualifications

• Valid Journeyman Electrician License is required.
• Strong background in Industrial/Manufacturing systems (24v DC to 480v).
• Proven ability to run larger projects and meet tight deadlines.
• OSHA 10 or 30 certification is a major plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication; ability to work independently or as a team.
• Willingness to work up to 60 hours per week and travel nationwide.

Responsibilities

• Lead heavy commercial projects on industrial sites, managing crews of 4+.
• Perform electrical tasks from pipe/wire to large-scale generator and UPS installs.
• Read and interpret blueprints, one-lines, and schematics.
• Run/bend conduit and pull/terminate wire in varied environments.
• Operate scissor, boom, and bucket lifts as needed.
• Troubleshoot industrial controls, automation and PLCs.

Skills

Leadership

Blueprint reading

PLC controls

Independent work

Teamwork

Education

Journeyman Electrician License

Job description

Wachter is seeking a motivated, solution-oriented Traveling 100% Foreman Electrician for heavy commercial and industrial projects. You will act as the Foreman on-site, leading a team (typically 2 Licensed Electricians and 2 Apprentices) to deliver high-quality installations under tight deadlines. This is a long-term opportunity for a pro who can lead a crew while staying hands‑on with complex electrical systems.

What You'll Do:

• Lead "heavy commercial" projects on industrial sites, managing teams of 4+ Electricians/Apprentices.
• Perform diverse electrical tasks, from small pipe/wire to large-scale Generator and UPS installs.
• Read and interpret blueprints, one-lines, and schematics.
• Run/bend conduit and pull/terminate wire in varied environments.
• Operate scissor, boom, and bucket lifts as needed.
• Troubleshoot industrial controls, automation and PLCs.

What We Are Looking For:

• Licensing: Valid Journeyman Electrician License is required.
• Experience: Strong background in Industrial/Manufacturing systems (24v DC to 480v)
• Leadership: Proven ability to run larger projects and hit "time crunch" deadlines
• Safety: OSHA 10 or 30 certification is a major plus
• Skills: Strong written and verbal communication; ability to work independently or as a team.
• Flexibility: Must be willing to work up to 60 hours per week and travel nationwide.

Benefits Package: Company Paid!

• Medical, Dental, Prescription & Vision Benefits
• Life, AD&D and LTD insurance
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Company- Matched 401(k) and IRA Retirement Savings
• Per-Diem paid when overnight travel is required
• Drive time and mileage paid for use of a personal vehicle when travel is required
• Company vehicle could be provided

$45 - $55 an hour

About:

Wachter is a family-owned company since 1930 and we see each employee as a critical piece of the Wachter Family. With over 900 licenses across the country, Wachter serves commercial and industrial clients with the right technologies needed to keep them successful.

We design, install, and maintain the technologies that keep businesses operating efficiently. Our team of dedicated electricians, engineers, and technicians provides electrical, data, security, communications, and automation services to clients in numerous industries.

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We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.