Electrical General Foreman

Gridworks Inc.; New Mexico; On-site; USD 82,000 - 116,000; Full time

Job summary

Gridworks Inc. is seeking an Electrical General Foreman for utility-scale solar projects in Fruitland, NM. The role directs electrical teams, ensures code compliance, and maintains tight schedules and budgets on site.

The candidate must hold an electricians license with at least 3+ years in solar PV or BESS, and be capable of leading diverse crews while coordinating materials and field reporting.

Qualifications

• Electricians License required.
• 3+ years’ experience in solar PV or BESS.
• Experience leading groups of associates on solar projects.
• Understanding of NEC electrical codes.
• Ability to read blueprints, plans and manufacturer specs.
• Able to lift up to 100 pounds with assistance.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, preparation, and execution of solar construction.
• Provide on-site direction and leadership of electricians.
• Coordinate in-house and outsourced labor.
• Manage material deliveries and inventory at the site.
• Provide detailed field logs to project superintendents.
• Ensure work is on schedule and on budget.
• Participate in training and meetings.
• Travel as required.

Skills

Electrical license

Solar PV experience

Leadership

Blueprint reading

NEC knowledge

Driving license

Physical stamina

Job description

Electrical General Foreman# Electrical General ForemanHot JobFruitland, NM - Sunbelt - Fruitland, NM 87416## OverviewSalary Range$71.84 - $71.84 Hourly## Description**Electrical General Foreman- Renewable Energy**Licensed. Solar-savvy. Born to lead. If that sounds like you, keep reading. Gridworks is hiring an Electrical General Foreman to direct electrical teams on utility-scale solar projects, where your experience sets the standard for every install on site.**About the Company** Established in 2014, Gridworks is a leading EPC contractor for utility-scale solar and battery storage projects. Primarily operating across the Southwest, we are expanding into other regions. With nearly 3 GW of solar and battery energy storage projects, we are well positioned for continued success in the rapidly growing clean energy sector.**Summary Description:**The Electrical General Foreman is responsible for hands-on performance and leading a team to perform quality work for the company, as well as ensuring jurisdictional and code compliance. This position is responsible for performing duties related to the installation, alteration, repair, replacement and maintenance of electrical systems, conductors, and associated materials and equipment. Must meet strict daily and weekly project deadlines. Perform tasks independently or as a team under limited supervision.**Key Accountabilities:**• Assistance as necessary with the planning, preparation, and execution of the construction of commercial, industrial, and utility-scale solar photovoltaic plants. • Providing on-site direction and leadership of teams of electricians in the performance of the electrical installation activities of commercial, industrial and utility-scale projects. • Coordination and leadership of both in-house and outsourced labor teams • Management of material deliveries & inventory at the job site as needed • Provide detailed field reporting logs for electrical teams to project superintendents • Monitor and maintain desired performance metrics for electrical installation tasks in the field • Convey best-practices from Superintendents, own experience, and Engineering department to field personnel • Assure the quality and consistency of electrical installations throughout the jobsite • Assure assigned work is being completed on schedule and on budget**Other Duties:**• Participate in training and meetings • Willingness to perform tasks other than electrical and DC side work • Other duties as assigned**SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:**• Supervision of Electricians on jobsite**WORK ENVIRONMENT:**• Fast-paced and ever-changing environment. • Ability to work in extreme environments, cold, winter weather, hot sun • Able to work in confined spaces, and atticsPhysical Demands • Stand for long periods of time. • Use their hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls. • Bend or twist their body. • Repeat the same movements. • Climb ladders, scaffolds, or poles.Position Type and Expected Hours of Work • This is a full-time position • Overtime may be required**TRAVEL:**• Willing and able to travel based on the needs of the business.**OTHER DUTIES:** • As required, please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.## Qualifications**Qualifications and Requirements:**• Electricians License required • 3 + years’ experience in solar PV or BESS • Demonstrable experience leading groups of associates to the successful completion of solar projects • Understanding of residential and commercial circuitry • Advanced pipe bending skills up to 2” in size • Working knowledge of NEC electrical codes and experience reading blueprints, plans and manufacturer specs • Understanding of commercial, industrial, and utility circuitry • Ability to transport materials and equipment to complete assigned job tasks (up to 50 pounds frequently and up to 100 pounds with assistance) • Able to climb ladders, work with tools, work in crawl spaces • Not afraid of heights and able to climb on top of roofs • Able to work in varying temperatures • Must have clean driving record and valid driver's license • Must successfully pass a pre-employment background & drug screen, random drug testing program in place • Accountable and Self-motivated • Able to work without supervision • Willing and able to travel based on the needs of the business**Equal Opportunity Employer** Gridworks is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and sustainable workplace. Employment decisions are based on merit, competence, and business needs, without regard to any protected status.