Lead Person

Gaylor Electric, Inc.; Trenton, Northern (OH, KY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Gaylor Electric, Inc. is seeking a Lead Person to oversee electrical installations, alterations, additions and repairs in commercial and industrial environments. The role requires managing medium to large projects, safeguarding on-site safety, and coordinating with owners, architects, engineers and vendors.

The candidate should have completed an electrical apprenticeship, hold a high school diploma or GED, and possess six years (12,000 hours) of related experience. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Completion of an approved electrical apprenticeship program.
• Six years (12,000 hours) or more of experience.
• Meets the position requirements.

Responsibilities

• Run medium to large-size electrical projects on time, within budget, and safely.
• Supervise field personnel, guiding crews of 25+ employees.
• Oversee on-site safety, budget, time, and quality standards.
• Coordinate field installations and project close-outs for efficient completion.
• Review project documents and complete foreman logs, time cards, and PO logs.
• Engage with owners, architects, engineers, trade contractors, vendors and other stakeholders.
• Maintain required licensing and training requirements.
• Report to Field Supervisor, General Superintendent or Project Manager.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Posted Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at 4:00 AM

Scope of Work:

The Lead Person will oversee the management of project installations, alterations, additions, and repairs of electrical systems, conductors, and associated materials and equipment within the commercial and industrial electrical industry.

Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate the ability to run medium to large-size projects effectively. Consistently complete projects on time, within budget, and in a safe manner.Supervise and direct field personnel, typically overseeing a team of 25+ employees. Establish performance goals and motivate crews to consistently meet or exceed goals.
• Accountable for the on-site management and safety of assigned construction projects, ensuring adherence to budget, time, and quality standards.Address and resolve conflicts related to construction activities and personnel issues.Coordinate field installations and project close-outs, ensuring all tasks are completed efficiently and effectively.
• Review project documents, plans, and specifications to direct construction activities accurately. Complete basic paperwork (e.g., foreman logs, performance evaluations, purchase order logs, time cards) in a timely manner.
• Effectively manage resources (tools, equipment, staffing) within the crew.
• Read and understand estimates, with the assistance of project management or superintendent, as part of the installation and layout of a project.
• Report to the Field Supervisor, General Superintendent, or Project Manager. Interact with other field personnel and support staff, including Estimating, Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, and other corporate services.
• Engage with owners, owner representatives, architects, engineers, trade contractors, vendors, and other stakeholders involved in project-related activities.
• Maintain required licensing and training requirements.
• Perform other related duties as required and assigned.
• Education: High school graduate, holder of G.E.D., or equivalent studies/experience.
• Experience: Completion of an approved electrical apprenticeship program, six years (12,000 hours) or more of experience, and meets the position requirements.

Gaylor Electric, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer including disability and veterans.