Electrical Wastewater Superintendent

Skillforce; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 58,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Skillforce is seeking an experienced Electrical Wastewater Superintendent to oversee industrial electrical construction activities at a wastewater treatment facility for a long-term project. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in industrial electrical systems, water/wastewater infrastructure, and supervising field crews.

This hands-on leader will coordinate electrical installations, maintain schedules, ensure safety standards, and deliver high-quality workmanship across the project

Qualifications

• 10+ years of industrial electrical construction experience and supervising electrical crews.
• Experience working on wastewater treatment plants, water treatment facilities, pump stations, or comparable industrial projects strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of MCCs, VFDs, industrial motors, switchgear, and electrical distribution systems.
• Ability to interpret electrical drawings, schematics, and project specifications.
• Strong understanding of NEC requirements and electrical safety procedures.
• Demonstrated experience managing manpower, scheduling, and field productivity.
• Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily activities of industrial electricians, journeymen, apprentices, and subcontractors.
• Oversee installation of electrical distribution systems, conduit, wiring, control panels, switchgear, and MCCs.
• Coordinate electrical work associated with pumps, motors, VFDs, and wastewater treatment equipment.
• Read and interpret electrical blueprints, one-line diagrams, schematics, and construction specifications.
• Coordinate instrumentation, PLC, and SCADA-related installation activities with controls specialists.
• Plan manpower requirements, materials, equipment, and daily work assignments.
• Conduct safety meetings and ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, NEC requirements, and site-specific safety procedures.
• Monitor project progress, productivity, and quality of electrical installations.
• Troubleshoot electrical installation issues and assist with testing, startup, and commissioning.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, general contractors, and other trades to meet project milestones.

Skills

Industrial electrical construction

Project supervision

Safety compliance

Leadership

Communication

Tools

MCCs (Motor Control Centers)

VFDs (Variable Frequency Drives)

Electrical distribution systems

Electrical drawings & schematics

Job description

Skillforce is seeking an experienced Electrical Wastewater Superintendent to oversee industrial electrical construction activities at a wastewater treatment facility for a long-term project. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in industrial electrical systems, water/wastewater infrastructure, and supervising field crews.

This position requires a hands-on leader who can coordinate electrical installations, maintain project schedules, ensure compliance with safety standards, and deliver high-quality workmanship.

Project Duration: Long-Term

Pay: $42- $50 depending on experience and skillsets

Electrical Wastewater Superintendent Key Responsibilities

Supervise and coordinate daily activities of industrial electricians, journeymen, apprentices, and subcontractors.

Oversee installation of electrical distribution systems, conduit, wiring, control panels, switchgear, and motor control centers (MCCs).

Coordinate electrical work associated with pumps, motors, variable frequency drives (VFDs), and wastewater treatment equipment.

Read and interpret electrical blueprints, one-line diagrams, schematics, and construction specifications.

Coordinate instrumentation, PLC, and SCADA-related installation activities with controls specialists.

Plan manpower requirements, materials, equipment, and daily work assignments.

Conduct safety meetings and ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, NEC requirements, and site-specific safety procedures.

Monitor project progress, productivity, and quality of electrical installations.

Troubleshoot electrical installation issues and assist with testing, startup, and commissioning.

Collaborate with project managers, engineers, general contractors, and other trades to meet project milestones.

Electrical Wastewater Superintendent Required Qualifications

10+ years of industrial electrical construction experience and supervising electrical crews.

Experience working on wastewater treatment plants, water treatment facilities, pump stations, or comparable industrial projects strongly preferred.

Knowledge of MCCs, VFDs, industrial motors, switchgear, and electrical distribution systems.

Ability to interpret electrical drawings, schematics, and project specifications.

Strong understanding of NEC requirements and electrical safety procedures.

Demonstrated experience managing manpower, scheduling, and field productivity.

Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Journeyman or Master Electrician license, as applicable.

Previous wastewater treatment plant construction experience.

Familiarity with PLC, SCADA, and instrumentation systems.

Experience coordinating electrical testing, startup, and commissioning.

Additional Requirements

Must successfully complete a pre-employment background check in accordance with applicable laws and project requirements.

Reliable transportation and valid driver's license if required for project duties.

Ability to work outdoors and within active industrial construction environments.

Ability to meet applicable project-specific screening and safety requirements.

Join Skillforce and lead electrical construction work supporting essential water and wastewater infrastructure.