Electrical Underground Foreman

Fountain Electric & Services LLC; Spindale (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the electrical trade is seeking an Underground Foreman to lead installation crews in North and South Carolina. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in commercial electrical work, particularly in underground installations, and possess strong leadership skills. This full-time position offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package after an introductory period.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid time off

Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance

401k with employer matching

Qualifications

• 6+ years of commercial/industrial electrical experience.
• 2 years of supervisory and field leadership experience.
• Training or certification in relevant trades preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead underground installation crews for electrical contracting.
• Maintain a safety-first mentality and manage safety protocols.
• Read electrical drawings and survey data.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Planning

Organization

Safety Management

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

iTool 6k and 12k tuggers

Excavators

Job description

3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.

Underground Foreman

Fountain Services, LLC is an established industry leader in the electrical trade with offices in Spindale, Charlotte, Hickory, and Asheville, North Carolina, and Greenville, South Carolina. We serve both service and commercial construction customers across the western, Piedmont, and Metrolina regions of North Carolina, and the upstate of South Carolina. With over 75 years of history, we focus on training, development, and personal growth of our workforce. We seek team members committed to their career development and aligned with our core values of honesty, integrity, mutual respect, pursuit of excellence, and personal accountability. If this describes you, we want to help you maximize your potential.

We are currently seeking a qualified and experienced commercial construction electrician to lead underground installation crews supporting our electrical contracting operations in North and South Carolina. We offer competitive pay and, after a 90-day introductory period, a comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, as well as a 401k with employer matching.

Minimum Experience Requirements

Qualified candidates should have 6+ years of commercial/industrial electrical experience, with specific experience in underground electrical installations on large commercial projects, and at least 2 years of supervisory and field leadership experience.

Physical Requirements

As a "working foreman," candidates must be able to lift 50+ pounds, work from ladders or scaffolds, work overhead, and perform activities involving reaching, stretching, squatting, kneeling, crouching, and bending. Ability to work in varied climate conditions and possess good balance, depth perception, eye-hand coordination, and stamina for physically demanding work are essential. Safety and the ability to perform duties typical of a tradesperson are paramount.

Job Responsibilities and Skills

• Maintain a safety-first mentality
• Read electrical drawings and survey data, and be familiar with geospatial layout technology
• Experience with transformers, generators, and NEC codes
• Operate company vehicles and trailers safely
• Install pole bases, underground conduit, raceways, and duct banks
• Perform concrete and general construction work
• Operate equipment such as excavators
• Experience with iTool 6k and 12k tuggers preferred
• Pull wire up to #750 MCM
• Strong planning and organizational skills

Additional Requirements

• High School diploma or GED
• Pass drug screen and background check
• Valid driver’s license; CDL preferred
• Training or certification in relevant trades preferred
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills
• Ability to multitask and work under time constraints

Job Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industry: Construction