Electrical General Foreman

Canyon State Electric Co.; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 128,943,000 - 157,597,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Health insurance plan at $0 cost

401k with 6% match

Vacation / PTO 3 weeks+

Paid holidays

Career growth opportunities

Mentorship program

Community engagement

Long-term career

Tools and support

In-House Mentorship Program

Job summary

Canyon State Electric in Tempe, AZ is seeking a full-time General Foreman to coordinate operations and oversee electricians at construction sites. You will be the reference point for workers and supervisors, driving project success with a safety-first mindset.

The ideal candidate has strong leadership and a solid background in electrical construction, with the ability to make quick decisions. Experience with data centers or high-rise projects is a plus; Canyon State Electric offers ESOP,

Qualifications

• 5+ years of commercial/industrial foreman electrical experience.
• Experience in data centers and high-rise projects preferred.
• Experience leading crews of 20+ employees.
• Advanced abilities in reading plans, submittals, and specifications.
• In-depth knowledge of NFPA 70 and current electrical codes and installation methods.

Responsibilities

• Supervise field production to obtain top quality workmanship, efficiency, morale and teamwork.
• Ensure work is performed according to company standards and project specs including planning and managing labor, materials, and production on electrical projects.
• Create a material Buy-Out before the job begins.
• Plan work and labor requirements for the project for at least 3 weeks.
• Complete As-Built Drawings and order materials weekly.
• File daily reports and report all incidents.
• Manage all project Close-Out processes and budget control.
• Communicate with Project Management and customer/General Contractor.
• Draft RFIs and submit to PM team.
• Enforce HR/safety policies and perform disciplinary action as needed.
• Enter and approve timecards for the assigned crew.

Skills

Foreman experience

Crew leadership

Plans & specs

NFPA 70 knowledge

Construction software

OSHA 30

Tools

Construction software

OSHA 30

Job description

WHY CANYON STATE ELECTRIC?

• Arizona's Top Workplaces, 2024 - 2025
• Arizona's Most Admired Companies, 2022 - 2025
• Ranking Arizona: Best Place to Work, 2018 - 2025
• Ranking Arizona: Best Workplace Culture, 2019 - 2025
• Arizona's Fastest Growing Companies, 2025
• Inc. 5000, 2021, 2025, 2026
• Inc. Best in Business, 2022

WHY CANYON STATE ELECTRIC?

Join our award-winning, employee-owned construction team in Arizona! As Arizona's single-source solution for electrical construction, we prioritize your well-being by offering full benefits, career growth, and fun perks like team-building activities. We support your skill development and career goals. Choose Canyon State Electric, voted the Best Place to Work in Phoenix since 2018.

• Arizona's Top Workplaces, 2024 - 2025
• Arizona's Most Admired Companies, 2022 - 2025
• Ranking Arizona: Best Place to Work, 2018 - 2025
• Ranking Arizona: Best Workplace Culture, 2019 - 2025
• Arizona's Fastest Growing Companies, 2025
• Inc. 5000, 2021, 2025, 2026
• Inc. Best in Business, 2022

THE POSITION

We're looking for a full-time General Foreman to coordinate operations and oversee electricians at construction sites. As the point of reference for both workers and supervisors, the General Foreman will be a key person for the completion of a project. Our ideal candidate will have a solid background in electrical construction with exceptional leadership skills and the ability to make quick decisions. This person will be well organized and must have safety first mindset.

Responsibilities

• Supervise field production activities to obtain top quality workmanship, efficiency, employee satisfaction, morale, communication, teamwork, pride and development of the team.
• Ensures work is performed according to company standards and project specifications including planning and managing labor, materials, and production on electrical construction projects.
• Creates a material Buy-Out before the job beginning.
• Plans work and labor requirements for the project for at least 3 weeks.
• Complete As-Built Drawings and order materials once a week.
• File daily reports and report all incidents.
• Manages all project Close-Out processes as well as budget control (manages the cost on the site)
• Communicates efficiently with the Project Management team and the customer/ General Contract.
• Draft RFI's and submit them to the PM team.
• Enforce all HR/ Company policies, safety policies, and perform disciplinary action with the crew as needed.
• Enter and approve timecards for the assigned crew.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of commercial/ industrial foreman electrical experience
• Experience working in data centers and high-rise projects preferred**
• Experience leading crews of 20+ employees
• Advanced abilities in reading plans, submittals, and specifications.
• In-depth knowledge of NFPA 70 and a solid understanding of current electrical codes and installation methods.
• Well-versed in the installation of power systems - lighting, fire protection, security, and data networks.
• Ability to order and track materials, perform job cost projections, and develop "as-builts"
• Proficient in all construction software as required
• Clean background and driving record
• Ability to run projects $5M and larger
• Must be able to reach overhead, lift 75 pounds, and push and pull materials.
• Must be able to work in various positions, e.g., stooping, standing, bending over, sitting, kneeling, etc.
• Work is regularly performed outdoors with temperatures exceeding one hundred degrees.
• Osha 30 (preferred)

Pay Range: $45- $55 Per Hour Signing on Bonus: $5,000

What We Offer

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Generous benefits - including one health insurance plan at $0 cost to the employee only
• 401k with 6% company match, 100% vested at 6 months
• Vacation / PTO starting at 3 weeks per year
• Paid holidays - beginning immediately
• Fun, employee-oriented culture
• Excellent growth and advancement opportunities
• Opportunities to give back to the community
• Stable, long-term career - not just another job
• Tools you need to succeed - technology, training, support
• In-House Mentorship Program

OUR CORE VALUES

Community, Dependability, Innovation, Positivity, Quality, and Safety

BRING YOUR FRIENDS

Earn up to $1,500 bonus for every person you bring to work for CSE. There is no limit to the amount you can earn!

• SAFETY SENSITIVE POSITION**

You can visit our website and learn more about what we do! https://canyonstateelectric.com/

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Canyon State Electric provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws, regulations, or ordinances. All employment at our company is contingent upon successfully completing the required pre-employment screening process. All roles require a drug screening, and depending on the position, additional checks may be necessary. These can include a background check, credit check, and/or a physical examination, in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.