Foreman (Electrical)

fz; Traverse City (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Training and development

Growth opportunities

Team culture

Job summary

Feyen Zylstra is seeking an Electrical Foreman to lead on-site electrical installations in Traverse City, MI, supervising crews and ensuring safety and quality across commercial and industrial projects.

You will read schematics, troubleshoot issues, manage resources, and coordinate with project teams to deliver on time and within spec. Travel to regional sites is required. Competitive pay and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• 3+ years of supervisory experience and leading crews.
• Knowledge of NEC electrical code, permit requirements, and safety procedures.
• Ability to read and follow blueprints and electrical schematics.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word/Excel).
• Experience with Bluebeam is a plus.
• Ability to travel regionally to project sites as needed.

Responsibilities

• Supervise electrical installations on-site.
• Troubleshoot and maintain electrical systems in commercial/industrial settings.
• Lead field crews and coordinate tasks to meet project timelines.
• Ensure safety standards and quality workmanship on all projects.

Skills

Electrical supervision

Team leadership

Troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Customer focus

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Bluebeam

Job description

Feyen Zylstra is a team of hardworking doers and thinkers proud to use our brains and brawn to solve the complex problems associated with the design, installation, and maintenance of electrical and low voltage systems. We tend to work in industries like healthcare, industrial manufacturing, commercial, and data centers where our customer benefit most from our technical expertise and the experience we provide them.

We exist to have a positive impact on the lives of people. This starts with our FZers and a commitment to providing safe and energizing work environments, opportunities to learn and grow, and great pay and benefits. It then moves to our customers and a passion for helping them solve their most challenging problems. When we are successful in meeting the needs of our employees and our customers, we have the opportunity to have a positive impact well beyond ourselves in each of the communities where we live and work.

FZ is headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan and is focused on serving customers throughout Michigan, Tennessee, and the Carolinas.

FZ is looking for anElectrical Foreman for the Traverse City, MIoffice. As an onsite project leader, this role ensures successful project completion by supervising electrical installations, troubleshooting, and maintenance within commercial and industrial settings.

What We’re Looking for:

• A Safe Worker. Safety is more than just a job requirement for you – it’s a non-negotiable. You understand the importance of safety and are committed to keeping yourself and those around you safe. You are diligent in flagging and communicating potential risks and unsafe conditions.
• A Tradesperson. You have worked hard to cultivate your craft and take pride in what you’re able to accomplish. You are a professional who is accurate, customer-focused, credible, and organized. You effectively manage your time and work well under pressure. You have the technical and mechanical aptitude needed to solve problems and perform your work efficiently and to quality standards.
• A Resource: People go to you for help because of your electrical expertise. You leverage your experience and expertise to identify issues, determine a course of action, and present solutions. You assign tasks, track resources, and oversee progress. You’re known for being a knowledge source. You are ready and willing to plug in and help as needed.

• A Coach. You recognize that our crews in the field are our biggest asset.You take the time to train, develop, mentor, coach, and discipline employees in a respectful and thoughtful manner.People follow you because they know you care about them.
• A Problem Solver. Your skills include prioritization, delegation, risk assessment, communicating, and multi-tasking. When problems arise, things get off track, or an emergency presents itself, you roll up your sleeves to collaborate, direct, and get the job done.
• A Relationship Builder. Whether it’s with a customer, supplier, vendor, or coworker, you value the importance of relationships. You collaborate with others to resolve conflict. You treat others with respect. You appreciate differences. You communicate effectively.

Key Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Previous Electrician experience and proficient in the installation of complex electrical systems.
• 3+ years of supervisory experience and leading crews.
• Knowledge of building construction methods, NEC electrical code, permit requirements, and safety procedures.
• Competence in reading and following blueprints and electrical schematics.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office including Word and Excel.
• Experience with Bluebeam.
• Ability to travel regionally to project sites as needed.

We offer generous benefits, competitive compensation, paid time off, training and development, the opportunity for growth, a safe work environment, and the chance to work with a winning team in a great company culture. Candidates are required to pass a pre-employment drug screen. FZ is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or other protected classes.