Lead Data Center Electrical & Instrumentation Foreman

KODIAK Construction Recruiting & Staffing; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

KODIAK Construction Recruiting & Staffing seeks an Electrical and Instrumentation Foreman to lead data center electrical teams in Houston. You will supervise I&E technicians and coordinate installs, calibrations, and commissioning of instrumentation and electrical systems.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in industrial E&I maintenance, 2 years in a supervisory role, and a clean safety and regulatory record. Strong leadership, reading diagrams, and SAP familiarity are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical certificate or associate degree preferred.
• SAP background required.
• Minimum 5 years in industrial electrical or instrumentation maintenance.
• 2 years in a supervisory E and I role.
• Ability to read electrical diagrams, schematics, and safety procedures.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license or state ID.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to pass drug screen, background check, and physical.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily activities of I&E technicians, including work assignments, scheduling, and job prioritization.
• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair instrumentation and electrical equipment, including motors, sensors, PLCs, VFDs, and control panels.
• Perform routine calibration and testing of instruments such as flow meters, pressure sensors, temperature transmitters, and level devices.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, P&IDs, and technical manuals to diagnose system faults.
• Ensure compliance with plant safety procedures, electrical codes, and regulatory standards.
• Use test equipment to analyze and troubleshoot faults.
• Support the commissioning and start-up of new instrumentation and electrical systems.
• Coordinate with operations and engineering teams to plan and execute work orders and projects safely and efficiently.

Skills

Strong leadership

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Ability to work independently

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical certificate or associate degree in Instrumentation or Electrical Technology

Tools

SAP Background

Job description

KODIAK Construction Recruiting & Staffing seeks an Electrical and Instrumentation Foreman to lead data center electrical teams in Houston. You will supervise I&E technicians and coordinate installs, calibrations, and commissioning of instrumentation and electrical systems.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in industrial E&I maintenance, 2 years in a supervisory role, and a clean safety and regulatory record. Strong leadership, reading diagrams, and SAP familiarity are essential.