Electrical Superintendent

Yellowstone Local; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

CML Security seeks a hands-on Electrical Superintendent to lead field operations on active commercial construction sites. You will coordinate crews, troubleshoot field issues, read electrical and low-voltage drawings, and ensure safety, quality, and schedule adherence.

This field-based role requires regular site presence and collaboration with project teams. Ideal candidates have 4–6 years of low-voltage construction experience, strong leadership, and the ability to mentor junior technicians

Qualifications

• Hands-on field-based leadership in commercial electrical and low-voltage projects.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, diagrams, and technical documents.
• Experience leading field crews on active construction sites and coordinating day-to-day operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead field operations on multiple projects.
• Coordinate project startup, execution, completion and closeout.
• Manage field drawings, changes, and documentation.
• Monitor schedule, manpower, and resources; resolve delays.
• Mentor technicians and ensure safety and quality standards.

Skills

Hands-on field leadership

Field-based electrical experience

Read electrical drawings

Troubleshooting

Coordinate field operations

Project coordination

Strong communication

OSHA 30 certification

Equipment operator certifications

Valid driver's license

Mentoring junior technicians

Safety leadership

Background investigations

Reading schematics/plans

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Project

Bluebeam

Adobe products

Procore

Job description

Yellowstone Local is proud to represent CML Security, an industry leader in security and low-voltage systems.

Lead field operations, drive project execution, and serve as the boots-on-the-ground leader who keeps projects moving safely, efficiently, and on schedule.

CML Security is seeking an experienced, field-based Superintendent with a strong background in commercial electrical work, low-voltage construction, and field leadership. This role is for someone who has spent significant time working directly in the field and understands how electrical and low-voltage systems are installed, coordinated, tested, and troubleshot on active construction sites.

What's in it for You?

• Leadership role with direct influence on project outcomes
• Opportunity to oversee complex construction and security integration projects
• Exposure to cutting-edge access control, video surveillance, networking, and integrated security technologies
• Ability to work closely with Project Managers, Engineers, Field Operations, and Clients
• Career growth opportunities through manufacturer certifications and continuing education
• Diverse project portfolio including detention, correctional, government, and commercial facilities
• A company culture focused on safety, professionalism, accountability, and teamwork

Why You’ll Love It Here

At CML Security, Superintendents do more than supervise installations. They are trusted leaders responsible for coordinating resources, supporting project execution, mentoring technicians, and maintaining quality throughout every phase of construction.

You’ll have the opportunity to partner with project leadership while maintaining direct involvement in field operations. Your expertise will help ensure projects remain safe, productive, and profitable while developing the next generation of technicians.

If you enjoy building teams, solving technical challenges, and seeing projects successfully move from startup through closeout, this role offers both responsibility and opportunity.

Your New Role

As an Electrical Superintendent, you will support project execution while serving as a hands-on leader in the field. This is a field-based position, and you will be regularly present on active job sites to lead crews, provide technical support, troubleshoot issues, and help keep projects on schedule.

You will regularly work on active construction sites, oversee installation activities, coordinate personnel and resources, and ensure project documentation, quality standards, and safety requirements are consistently met.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading field operations on multiple projects
• Supporting project startup, execution, completion, and closeout
• Coordinating daily project activities between field personnel, engineering, vendors, and project management
• Tracking schedule progress and helping resolve delays or obstacles
• Monitoring manpower, production rates, project progress, and resource needs
• Maintaining project documentation including daily logs, safety reports, inspections, and project records
• Managing project drawing sets and documenting field changes
• Preparing change request documentation and supporting project pricing activities
• Coordinating subcontractors, vendors, inspections, and project stakeholders
• Supporting billing activities and monthly pay applications
• Serving as a liaison between the General Contractor, Owner, Architect, and project team
• Conducting constructability reviews with engineering and field teams
• Managing equipment requirements including lifts, scaffolding, forklifts, and specialty equipment
• Tracking material releases, deliveries, and consumable inventoriesLeading internal project meetings and following up on action items
• Monitoring project quality and punch list completion
• Identifying project risks early and escalating concerns before they impact schedule or budget
• Mentoring and supervising junior technicians
• Supporting team development and technical growth
• Promoting and enforcing all company, client, and OSHA safety requirements
• Maintaining the standards, culture, and values of CML Security

Technical Responsibilities

This role requires hands-on technical expertise and field leadership.

You will be responsible for:

• Installation, startup, and troubleshooting of UPS systems and related equipment
• Installation, termination, testing, and commissioning of:
  • Network infrastructure
  • Control systems
  • Fiber optic systems
  • Access control systems
  • IP video surveillance systems
  • Audio and paging systems
  • Low-voltage cabling systems
• Testing and troubleshooting integrated security systems
• Utilizing specialized testing equipment including OTDRs, cable certification devices, and multimeters
• Ensuring all installed systems meet project specifications and quality standards
• Assisting with commissioning, testing, and system turnover activities

What You Bring

You are a hands-on field leader with a strong understanding of commercial electrical work, low-voltage construction, and technical security systems. You have direct experience working on active job sites and can lead crews, troubleshoot field issues, read electrical and technical drawings, and coordinate installations from the field.

Qualified candidates should possess:

• Hands-on, field-based commercial electrical experience
• Strong working knowledge of electrical systems and field electrical work
• 4-6 years of low-voltage construction and installation experience
• Experience leading crews and coordinating day-to-day field operations
• Experience working in active commercial construction environments
• Ability to read and understand electrical drawings, diagrams, schematics, plans, and technical documents
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in the field
• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office
• Experience with Microsoft Project, Bluebeam, or Adobe products
• OSHA 30 certification
• Required equipment operator certifications or ability to obtain them
• Valid driver's license
• Ability to successfully pass required background investigations

Preferred Experience

Candidates with experience in the following areas will stand out:

• Electronic security integration
• Access control systems
• IP video surveillance systems
• Fiber optic infrastructure
• Network systems
• Commercial construction
• Detention or correctional facilities
• Procore
• Bosch certifications
• Genetec certifications
• Corning certifications
• BICSI certifications

Travel and Work Environment

This position works in a combination of project field offices and active construction job sites while regularly interacting with Project Management, Engineering, Field Operations, vendors, subcontractors, clients, and project stakeholders.

Working conditions may include:

• Active construction environments
• Moving equipment and machinery
• Noise and dust exposure
• Outdoor weather conditions
• Uneven terrain
• Stairs and ladders
• Secured and correctional facilities
• Required use of personal protective equipment
• Travel to project locations
• Work outside normal business hours as project needs require
• Prolonged standing, walking, and computer work
• Lifting up to 50 pounds

Posting Hiring Expectations

Qualified candidates should be prepared to discuss:

• Hands-on commercial electrical field experience
• Experience working with electrical, low-voltage, and security systems, including complex system integration projects
• Experience leading electrical or low-voltage field crews and managing day-to-day job-site operations
• Experience troubleshooting and commissioning electrical and low-voltage systems in the field
• Scheduling, manpower planning, and production management
• Safety leadership and OSHA compliance
• Experience working with General Contractors, Owners, and Architects
• Examples of successful project execution from startup through closeout

Employment may be contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screen.

CML Security is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. #yellow