Electrical General Foreman: Lead & Mentor Field Crews

Davis H. Elliot Company, Inc.; Indiana; On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) with company match

ESOP

Lineman Apprenticeship Program

Paid Vacation

Uniforms & PPE Provided

Job summary

Davis H. Elliot Company, Inc. seeks a General Foreman to lead electrical work across commercial construction, service, and healthcare projects. You’ll ensure safety, on-time delivery, and budget alignment while guiding crews to excellence.

Lead with a focus on mentorship, training, and compliance with NEC, NFPA 70E, and OSHA standards. A strong supervisory background and hands-on leadership are essential in this role.

Qualifications

• Kentucky electrical license preferred (not required).
• 5+ years of electrical foreman or supervisory experience recommended.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Own basic hand tools.
• Proficiency with NEC and local codes.
• Knowledge of NFPA 70E, lockout/tagout, and OSHA safety standards.
• Ability to pass criminal background check and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• As a General Foreman, supervise electrical work across commercial construction, service, and healthcare environments, ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget.
• Create and maintain a safety-first culture while promoting team development.
• Mentor and develop Foremen and Lead Journeymen; assist with crew development plans.
• Track and schedule training for crew members; ensure certifications are current.
• Monitor efficiency, quality, and safety practices; enforce accountability across crews.
• Conduct job briefings and teach risk analysis and mitigation strategies.
• Review timesheets for payroll accuracy and manage procurement processes.
• Oversee progression through EST Levels; coordinate with management on training standards.
• Coordinate manpower, tools, and equipment across multiple projects.
• Schedule subcontractors/vendors and communicate with GC, PM, and crews.
• Plan projects from start to finish with a three-week look-ahead and optimize resources.
• Review budgets with PM and ensure cost control.
• Manage material purchasing and procurement processes.
• Perform safety audits and site inspections.
• Assist with interviewing and onboarding new crew members.

Skills

Electrical leadership

Foreman experience

Project coordination

Safety compliance

Team mentoring

Budget & scheduling

Job description

Davis H. Elliot Company, Inc. seeks a General Foreman to lead electrical work across commercial construction, service, and healthcare projects. You’ll ensure safety, on-time delivery, and budget alignment while guiding crews to excellence.

Lead with a focus on mentorship, training, and compliance with NEC, NFPA 70E, and OSHA standards. A strong supervisory background and hands-on leadership are essential in this role.