Industrial Electrical Foreman: Lead Electricians & Projects

Matrix Service; Emporia (VA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Matrix Service is seeking an Industrial Electrician Foreman to lead a field crew in the installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems in industrial facilities. The role supervises technicians, interprets drawings, and ensures work adheres to safety standards and codes.

The position requires 4+ years in refinery maintenance or related sectors, NCCER certification or Craft Skills Test, and the ability to coordinate complex wiring layouts and equipment installations.

Qualifications

• 4+ years refinery maintenance/turnaround/construction experience.
• Pass Craft Skills Test at 70% or NCCER certification.
• Understand Matrix Service policies and procedures.
• Complete Matrix Service Safety training, Process Safety Management, and site-specific training.
• Maintain active status in a drug testing program.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a crew of electricians, apprentices, and helpers; assign tasks by skill.
• Read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, and specs to plan work.
• Connect power supply wires to machines and equipment per manuals and blueprints.
• Diagnose malfunctioning apparatus using test equipment and replace damaged wires or components.
• Test machinery, discuss issues with maintenance team to diagnose problems.
• Replace faulty components such as relays, switches, motors, and sensors.
• Plan wiring layouts and install wiring, conduit, and electrical apparatus in facilities.
• Identify hazards and take corrective actions to ensure safety.

Skills

Team leadership

Read electrical drawings

Hand tools

NCCER certification

Safety training

Test equipment

Drug testing compliance

Tools

Test equipment

Job description

Matrix Service is seeking an Industrial Electrician Foreman to lead a field crew in the installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems in industrial facilities. The role supervises technicians, interprets drawings, and ensures work adheres to safety standards and codes.

The position requires 4+ years in refinery maintenance or related sectors, NCCER certification or Craft Skills Test, and the ability to coordinate complex wiring layouts and equipment installations.