General Journeyman Electrical Foreman & Field Crew Lead

The Contractor Consultants; Richmond (CA); On-site; USD 114,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

Company Vehicle

Mileage Reimbursement

Smartphone/Tablet

401(k)

Medical Coverage

Paid Certifications

Job summary

Duston Dougherty Electric is seeking an experienced General Journeyman Electrical Foreman & Field Crew Lead to direct on-site electrical installations, manage trade crews, and perform working trade labor across El Sobrante and the Greater San Francisco Bay Area.

This hands-on field leadership role requires enforcing safety, reading plans, and delivering quality workmanship in commercial, residential, and public works projects.

Qualifications

• Active California General Electrician Certification (Journeyman License) required.
• Experience as Lead Electrician or Foreman on relevant projects.
• Deep knowledge of 120V/208V/480V systems, motor controls, conduit layout.
• Able to read blueprints and digital plans (Bluebeam Revu).
• Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills.
• Physical ability to perform heavy labor and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Valid California Driver License with insurable record.

Responsibilities

• Lead on-site crews of journeymen and apprentices, assign tasks and ensure quality.
• Perform hands-on electrical work including conduit bending, terminations, panel upgrades, and switchgear.
• Interpret plans and ensure compliance with CEC/NEC regulations.
• Coordinate plan updates and track progress with tablets.
• Enforce safety and conduct toolbox talks and site audits.
• Report progress, material needs, and changes to management.

Skills

CA General Electrician License

Field Leadership

Electrical Systems (120/208/480V)

Blueprint Reading (Bluebeam Revu)

Troubleshooting

Physical Stamina

Driver’s License

Tools

Bluebeam Revu

MS Office 365

Job description

General Journeyman Electrical Foreman & Field Crew Lead

Company Name: Duston Dougherty Electric

Location: El Sobrante, CA (Greater San Francisco Bay Area & East Bay Operations)

Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

Schedule: Full Time, Monday through Friday (8-Hour Shifts with Overtime Potential as Project Timelines Dictate)

Industry: Commercial & Residential Electrical Contracting, Public Works, Industrial Service, and Renewable Energy

Pay Scale: $55.00 to $65.00 per hour ($114,400.00 to $135,200.00 base annual equivalent) based on experience

Mandatory Credential: Active California General Electrician License required

Incentives: Weekly Pay Cycle, Immediate Access to High-Yield Prevailing Wage Projects, Company Vehicle / Fleet Support / Mileage Reimbursement, Smartphone/Tablet Tech Package, Corporate 401(k), Comprehensive Medical Coverage, Paid Safety & Trade Certifications

The Opportunity

Duston Dougherty Electric (DDE) is seeking an experienced General Journeyman Electrical Foreman & Field Crew Lead to direct on-site electrical installations, manage trade crews, and perform working trade labor across El Sobrante and the Greater San Francisco Bay Area.

In this hands-on field leadership position, you will take operational ownership of commercial, residential, and public works electrical builds—managing conduit runs, panel tie-ins, single/three-phase power distribution, and lighting control systems. Working with an established, family-owned electrical contractor dedicated to craftsmanship and reliability, you will solve on-site technical challenges, enforce jobsite safety, and ensure builds comply strictly with California Electrical Code (CEC) standards. If you hold an active California General Electrician License, bring strong blueprint reading capabilities (including Bluebeam Revu), and thrive in a working foreman role, Duston Dougherty Electric provides top-tier Bay Area hourly pay, prevailing wage project access, company vehicle support, and paid professional development.

Key Responsibilities

• Field Crew Supervision & On-Site Command: Lead, supervise, and mentor on-site crews of journeymen and apprentice electricians—delegating daily tasks, maintaining work velocity, and ensuring compliance with DDE quality benchmarks.
• Working Installation Execution: Perform complex hands-on electrical work alongside crew members—including rigid/EMT conduit bending, wire pulls, transformer terminations, main service panel upgrades, and switchgear sets.
• Code & Plan Compliance: Read, interpret, and execute directly from electrical plan sets, single-line diagrams, Title 24 specs, and architectural prints; ensure all work satisfies California Electrical Code (CEC) and NEC regulations.
• Blueprint & Tech Software Coordination: Review plan updates, markup digital markups using Bluebeam Revu, and manage daily progress logs via mobile tablet software.
• Safety Enforcement & OSHA Audits: Enforce jobsite safety standards, conduct weekly safety talks (toolbox meetings), monitor fall protection and lift safety protocols, and ensure full PPE deployment across active work zones.
• Management Liaison & Progress Reporting: Communicate daily project progress, material needs, field change orders, and schedule updates to company management and client representatives.

What You Need to Succeed (Qualifications)

Required

• Mandatory State Licensure: Active California General Electrician Certification (Journeyman License) strictly required.
• Field Leadership Experience: Proven track record working as a Lead Electrician, Working Crew Lead, or Electrical Foreman on commercial, public works, or residential projects.
• Technical Electrical Mastery: Deep functional knowledge of 120V/208V/480V single and three-phase systems, motor controls, grounding/bonding, conduit layout, and transformer connections.
• Computer & Blueprint Literacy: Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Outlook) with the functional ability to read and navigate digital blueprints (experience with Bluebeam Revu highly preferred).
• Troubleshooting & Problem-Solving: Strong diagnostic skills to identify electrical faults, resolve site routing conflicts, and keep projects moving on schedule.
• Physical Endurance & Stamina: Capability to perform active trade labor, operate power tools, climb ladders/scaffolding, work on aerial lifts, and lift up to 50 lbs in dynamic jobsite environments.
• Mobility Credentials: Valid California Driver License with an insurable driving record to operate company-provided service vehicles.

Preferred

• Advanced Certifications: Active OSHA 10/30 Construction Safety Card, NFPA 70E Arc Flash Certification, or specialized manufacturer lighting/control credentials.
• Public Works Experience: Direct experience running certified prevailing wage projects or municipal Bay Area builds.

Compensation & Benefits

• Top-Tier Hourly Earnings: $55.00 to $65.00 per hour based on electrical trade experience and leadership background, paid on a dependable weekly pay cycle.
• Public Works Earning Upside: Direct, consistent access to high-yield Prevailing Wage projects offering significantly elevated hourly pay rates plus overtime potential.
• Fleet & Travel Provisions: Company vehicle, car allowance, or mileage reimbursement program provided for jobsite travel.
• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive Medical Insurance coverage plan options alongside full personal safety equipment (PPE) provided directly by the employer.
• Wealth & Retirement: Corporate 401(k) Retirement Savings Program.
• Mobile Tech Package: Dedicated corporate technology package (smartphone or tablet) for digital plan viewing and progress logs.
• Continuous Development: Company-sponsored paid training programs, safety recertifications (OSHA, Fall Protection, Aerial Lift), manufacturer training, and mentor development tracks.

About Duston Dougherty Electric

Duston Dougherty Electric is a premier, family-owned electrical contractor recognized across the East Bay and Greater San Francisco Bay Area for technical reliability, quality craftsmanship, and team-first values. We equip our team members with modern field technology, comprehensive safety gear, and structured career development programs to build rewarding, long-lasting careers.

Selection choices are guided strictly by job-related capabilities, technical trade skills, and verified electrical leadership records.