Lead Electrician Foreman — Houston, Onsite | Strong Benefits

Upgrade Resources; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 63,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with company match

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Annual bonus program based on perfom?

Job summary

Upgrade Resources in Houston is seeking a Foreman Electrician to lead a crew on commercial, industrial, and large multi-family electrical installations. This hands-on leadership role requires planning, laying out the install from drawings, and holding the crew to code, schedule, and budget on a field project.

You will work directly with the project superintendent and project manager to ensure a safe, productive, and organized jobsite every day.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and electrical drawings.
• Strong communication skills with crew, superintendents and project managers.
• Prior experience leading a crew on commercial or industrial electrical work.
• Strong working knowledge of the National Electrical Code and local building codes.
• Valid driver's license and dependable transportation.
• Able to work 8 to 10 hour days, 40 hours per week, plus overtime and night shifts as required.
• Able to work in all weather conditions and lift more than 50 pounds; physical work is >70% of the job.
• High school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct a crew on commercial, industrial, and large multi-family electrical installations.
• Prepare and organize the work area for yourself and your crew each day.
• Read blueprints and electrical drawings, then lay out and install as specified.
• Connect wiring, fixtures, and equipment to code, specification, and manufacturer requirements.
• Verify dimensions, alignments, and clearances before and during installation.
• Operate hydraulic benders, power threaders, power pullers, cable vacuum systems, and similar equipment.
• Maintain certification for powder-actuated tools and JLG aerial lifts.
• Enforce jobsite safety, PPE compliance, and housekeeping across the crew.
• Track labor and material against the schedule and budget and report progress to the superintendent.

Education

Texas Journeyman Electrical license

Job description

Upgrade Resources in Houston is seeking a Foreman Electrician to lead a crew on commercial, industrial, and large multi-family electrical installations. This hands-on leadership role requires planning, laying out the install from drawings, and holding the crew to code, schedule, and budget on a field project.

You will work directly with the project superintendent and project manager to ensure a safe, productive, and organized jobsite every day.