Lead Industrial Electrician & Field Foreman (CA)

Construction Job Force; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

HSA

Transportation benefits

Job summary

Construction Job Force is seeking an experienced Industrial Construction Electrician for projects throughout California, based in Bakersfield. The role requires strong industrial electrical experience, plus leadership to guide field crews and ensure installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of systems from low-voltage controls to 480V equipment.

Responsibilities include conduit installation, wiring, switchgear, MCCs, cable trays, reading blueprints, and ensuring NEC compliance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of industrial electrical experience.
• Previous experience leading crews as a Foreman, Lead Electrician, or Supervisor.
• Strong experience with industrial electrical systems.
• Proficiency running conduit from ½" to 2" using EMT, PVC-coated (Ocal), stainless steel, and rigid conduit.
• Experience with controls, automation, and electrical terminations.
• Experience pulling wire and installing industrial electrical equipment.
• Knowledge of switchgear, MCCs, PDPs, and distribution systems.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical prints and schematics.
• Experience troubleshooting industrial electrical systems.
• Experience operating man lifts and working at heights.
• Valid California Driver's License with a clean driving record.
• Ability and willingness to travel throughout California.

Responsibilities

• Install and oversee conduit systems including EMT, PVC-coated (Ocal), stainless steel, and rigid conduit.
• Perform conduit bending, layout, and routing according to project specifications.
• Pull, terminate, and troubleshoot power and control wiring.
• Install and support controls, instrumentation, and automation systems.
• Work with 24V, 120V, and 480V electrical systems.
• Install, troubleshoot, and commission switchgear, MCCs, distribution panels, and power distribution equipment.
• Install and route cable tray systems.
• Read and interpret blueprints, electrical schematics, and construction drawings.
• Troubleshoot electrical systems and equipment in industrial environments.
• Ensure compliance with NEC requirements, customer specifications, and site safety standards.
• Conduct jobsite safety meetings and maintain a strong safety culture.
• Coordinate with project managers, customers, and field personnel to ensure project success.
• Travel throughout California as required.
• Work overtime as needed to meet project schedules.

Skills

Industrial electrical experience

Lead crews/Foreman experience

Read electrical prints and schematics

Travel across California

Driver's license

Tools

Conduit types: EMT, PVC-coated (Ocal), stainless steel, rigid

Controls, automation, and electrical terminations

Switchgear, MCCs, PDPs, distribution systems

Job description

Construction Job Force is seeking an experienced Industrial Construction Electrician for projects throughout California, based in Bakersfield. The role requires strong industrial electrical experience, plus leadership to guide field crews and ensure installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of systems from low-voltage controls to 480V equipment.

Responsibilities include conduit installation, wiring, switchgear, MCCs, cable trays, reading blueprints, and ensuring NEC compliance.