Electrical Superintendent

Southland Industries Inc.; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership (if applicable)

Training and apprenticeship programs

Career advancement opportunities

Wellness resources

Job summary

Southland Industries is seeking a Superintendent (E9) to supervise site electrical construction on small‑ to mid‑sized ground‑up projects or tenant finishes, coordinating with multiple crews and project managers for timely installation.

The role requires Journeyman or Master Electrician licenses, a valid driver's license, and 6+ years of commercial/industrial electrical experience, with a focus on safety and on‑site leadership.

Qualifications

• Must have advanced knowledge of and experience in electrical duties and responsibilities.
• Licenses: Journeyman or Master Electrical License and a current Driver’s License; own reliable transportation.
• Education: High school graduate, GED or equivalent.
• Experience: 6+ years of commercial/industrial electrical experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage all electrical production and related craft workers on electrical construction projects.
• Partner with project managers on working estimates and take-offs.
• Lay out work for subordinate supervisors and lead persons; coordinate with PM for timely material, tools, equipment, and manpower.
• Establish work schedules and man-loading charts.
• Interface with GC/Owner on day-to-day scheduling and performance issues.
• Provide general supervision to foremen on installation of electrical feeders, motors, pumps, switches, lighting, and terminations.
• Monitor work, direct crews and schedule according to job pace and other trades.
• Handle or oversee daily reports, time sheets, safety reports, and related paperwork.
• Own overall project safety performance; ensure compliance with safety processes and training.
• Investigate safety incidents and report findings; perform additional assignments as needed.

Skills

Electrical knowledge

Journeyman license

Master electrician license

Driver's license

Reliable transportation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Position Summary

A Superintendent (E9) is the primary jobsite supervisor with operational responsibility for employees involved in the installation, alteration, addition, and/or repair of electrical systems, conductors, and associated materials and equipment on small‑to‑mid‑sized ground‑up projects or tenant‑finish projects where complex coordination of multiple subordinate supervisors and crews is required.

Position Details

• Oversee and manage all electrical production and related craft workers on electrical construction projects.
• Partner with project managers on working estimates and take‑offs.
• Lay out work for subordinate supervisors and lead persons. Coordinate with project manager so that material, tools, equipment, information and appropriate manpower are in the proper place in a timely fashion.
• Establish work schedules and man‑loading charts.
• Interface with representatives of the General Contractor/Owner on day‑to‑day project scheduling and overall performance issues.
• Provide general supervision to subordinate foremen engaged in the installation of electrical feeders; equipment such as pumps, motors, and generators; control and distribution apparatus such as switch gears, relays, and circuit breaker panels; lighting fixtures and outlets; and related connections and terminations.
• Monitor work as performed. Direct subordinate supervisors and crews and schedule work according to the pace of the job and other trades.
• Handle or oversee the disposition of required office correspondence and administrative paperwork such as daily reports, time sheets/tickets, safety reports, etc.
• Assume responsibility for overall project safety performance. Ensure compliance with all Southland safety processes and protocols. Ensure employees are properly trained or instructed in the performance of duties to which assigned. Investigate or assist in investigating and reporting any accident or safety incident involving jobsite employees.
• Perform additional assignments as requested/needed.

Qualifications

• Must have advanced knowledge of and experience in all the duties and responsibilities associated with lower‑level electrical workers.
  • Licenses: Journeyman or Master Electrical License and a current Driver’s License; must have own reliable transportation.
  • Education: High school graduate, GED or equivalent.
  • Experience: 6 years or more of commercial/industrial electrical experience.

Benefits

As a 100% employee‑owned company, we are committed to supporting the well‑being of our employees and their families.

For positions covered by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), wages and benefits—including health and welfare, retirement, paid time off, and other provisions—are determined in accordance with the applicable local union agreement.

In addition to union‑provided benefits, employees may have access to company‑sponsored programs such as:

• Training and professional development opportunities
• Company‑supported career advancement and apprenticeship pathways
• Wellness resources and employee support programs

Please note that specific benefits and eligibility may vary based on union affiliation, location, and the terms of the applicable CBA.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

Southland Industries and all its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing our employees with a safe work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Southland Industries are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, marital status, family care or medical leave status, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Southland Industries will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

Contingent Employment

All employment offers are contingent upon successful drug tests, background checks, and professional reference checks. Roles that include driving as an essential job duty will be required to have a successful Motor Vehicle Record check (MVR). We are not able to offer sponsorship of employment at this time.