Field Superintendent - Electrical

Kline Electric Inc; Peculiar (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Kline Electric Inc. seeks a Field Superintendent to oversee daily on-site operations for residential projects in Missouri, ensuring safety, quality, and on-time delivery.

You will mentor crews, coordinate with Project Managers and subcontractors, and enforce codes, safety standards, and documentation, including change orders.

This role requires leadership, travel between sites, and the ability to interpret blueprints, manage budgets, and uphold high craftsmanship.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of trade installation methods, codes, and safe work practices.
• Ability to interpret blueprints, specifications, and project documents.
• Experience training and supervising field staff on installation techniques and safety.

Responsibilities

• Teach and mentor employees on proper installation methods, trade techniques, and safety practices.
• Ensure installation accuracy, quality control, and craftsmanship through regular site checks.
• Supervise teams and contractors to ensure compliance with codes, safety, and company policies.
• Assist in the creation and tracking of task milestones to maintain clear timelines.
• Monitor job-site progress, providing timely updates and concerns to the Project Manager.
• Oversee site safety compliance and quality issues. Ensure employees and subcontractors follow company and OSHA requirements.

Skills

Installation methods

Blueprint interpretation

Safety training

Communication

Team leadership

Code compliance

Education

Journeyman license or equivalent

Job description

Job Summary

The Field Superintendent oversees daily on-site operations to ensure projects are completed safely, on time, within budget, and to high-quality standards. This role provides hands-on training, monitors installation accuracy, enforces safety, and partners with Project Managers and subcontractors to manage schedules, budgets, milestones, and jobsite documentation including change orders

Key Responsibilities

• Teach and mentor employees on proper installation methods, trade techniques, and safety practices.
• Ensure installation accuracy, quality control, and craftsmanship through regular site checks.
• Supervise teams and contractors to ensure compliance with codes, safety, and company policies.
• Assist in the creation and tracking of task milestones to maintain clear timelines.
• Monitor job-site progress, providing timely updates and concerns to the Project Manager.
• Oversee site safety compliance and quality issues. Ensure employees and subcontractors follow company and OSHA requirements.
• Communicate regularly with Project Managers and other stakeholders to support project success.
• Installation: Services, panels, branch circuits, devices, lighting, and dwelling equipment
  Planning: House layouts, material readiness, rough-in, rim, and reducing return trips
  Quality: Finished-home quality, consistent trim, protection of finishes, and customer readiness
  Troubleshooting: Residential circuits, devices, lighting, GFCI/AFCI, panels, and services
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Core Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of trade installation methods, codes, and safe work practices.
• Ability to demonstrate technical tasks and coach employees at varying skill levels.
• Clear, respectful communication and constructive feedback skills.
• Ability to interpret blueprints, specifications, and project documents.
• Strong observation, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to assess employee proficiency and document training progress.
• Organized, professional, and able to support multiple jobsites and priorities.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with field leaders and support departments.
• Ability to work safely and follow company policies and procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation to travel between jobsites.
• Minimum of 5 years of Electrical Resdiential industry field experience
• Journeyman’s license or equivalent certification, if required by state.
• Strong knowledge of codes, safety standards, and industry best practices.
• Service employees must complete required pre-employment and periodic background checks.
• Company drivers must meet driving requirements and complete initial and periodic MVR checks.
• Prior experience in a lead, training, or supervisory role strongly preferred.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• Frequently stand, walk, bend, kneel, squat, climb, and work in confined spaces.
• Lift, carry, push, and pull materials weighing up to 50 pounds regularly, and greater weights with assistance.
• Work at heights, in trenches, and in varying weather conditions.
• Use hands and arms for repetitive tasks and equipment operation.
• Possess visual and auditory ability sufficient to perform and demonstrate assigned work safely.
• May be regularly exposed to dust, noise, temperature extremes, and other construction-related conditions within OSHA standards.

Project Assignments

Employees are typically assigned to a primary product line (commercial, multi-family, or residential) where they will perform the majority of their work. Employees may occasionally be assigned to work on projects outside of their primary product line to support operational needs, workforce planning, and project scheduling. Temporary changes in assignments do not constitute a change in job title or classification.