Power Electrical Foreman - North Dakota

Mortenson; North Dakota; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental plan

401k retirement plan with match

Paid time off & holidays

Life, AD&D, disability insurance

Mental health resources

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption Assistance

Gym Membership Discount

Job summary

Mortenson is hiring an Electrical Foreman responsible for skilled electrical maintenance and installation, and for guiding the electrical craft team. You will oversee tasks, ensure code compliance, and coordinate with other trades.

The role requires hands-on leadership, strong problem-solving, and a commitment to safety. Applicants should have solid field experience and be able to read plans and work with high voltage systems.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Minimum five years of related experience.
• Trade or technical school certification/diploma.
• Apprentice aptitude test.
• Union specific training.
• Project/Mortenson training.
• Current driver’s license.
• Ability to speak and understand English; some ability to read plans; operate equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, install, test, and maintain wiring, equipment, appliances, and fixtures using hand and power tools.
• Connect wires to circuit breakers, transformers, or other components.
• Test electrical systems and continuity with meters and scopes for safety and compatibility.
• Install, repair, and maintain motors, transformers, generators, lights, and wiring per codes.
• Study plans, drawings, specs and work orders to determine requirements and sequence of repairs/installations.
• Repair and maintain high voltage systems.
• Organize work by reviewing work orders and gathering tools and supplies.
• Read prints, layout work, and install new service.
• Repair electrical problems by replacing faulty parts and components.
• Maintain electrical systems by testing and performing preventive maintenance.
• Keep supplies ready by placing orders.
• Maintain safe work environment by following codes.
• Update knowledge by reading technical publications.
• Lead team members by example, coaching, and feedback; manage performance.
• Build relationships across diverse backgrounds and organizational levels.

Skills

Five years experience

English proficiency

Strong teamwork

Effective communication

Ability to read plans

Safety consciousness

Education

Trade/technical cert/diploma

High school diploma or GED

Apprentice aptitude test

Union training

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

Electrical Foreman – Mortenson is currently seeking an Electrical Foreman that will be responsible for providing skilled craftsmanship for maintenance and installation of electrical systems and for providing oversight to the electrical craft team members.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, install, test, and maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, appliances, apparatus, and fixtures, using hand tools and power tools
• Connect wires to circuit breakers, transformers, or other components
• Test electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures, using testing devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, and oscilloscopes, to ensure compatibility and safety of system
• Install, repair, and maintain motors, transformers, generators, lights, appliances, circuits, wiring, and other electrical system equipment and components in compliance with electrical codes, standards, and regulations
• Study plans, drawings, specifications, and work orders to determine work requirements and sequence of repairs and/or installations
• Repair and maintain high voltage systems
• Organize work by receiving and studying work orders; gather tools and supplies
• Read prints, layout work, and install new service
• Repair electrical problems by replacing faulty parts and components
• Maintain electrical systems by conducting system tests; complete preventive maintenance requirements
• Keep supplies ready by placing orders
• Maintain safe work environment by following standards and procedures; comply with codes
• Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; read technical publications
• Lead team members by example, offer effective coaching and feedback, and effectively manage performance
• Effectively work and build relationships with those of diverse backgrounds and organizational levels
• All other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Minimum five years of related experience
• Trade or technical school certification/diploma
• Apprentice aptitude test
• Union specific training
• Project specific/Mortenson training
• Current driver’s license
• Ability to speak and understand English (Spanish is a plus); some ability to read plans; shown emotional intelligence; ability to operate equipment such as table saws, radial arm saws, belt & disc sanders, drill presses, fall protection equipment, rigging, and form systems
• Strong teamwork orientation, positive attitude, professional customer service skills, detail orientation, active listening skills, and effective communication including openness to diverse input and feedback
• Repetitive hand, arm, leg movements
• *Lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling: up to 50 lbs.
• Please note: this position description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of the duties and responsibilities of the position. The duties and responsibilities of this position may change without notice.
• Lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling over 50 lbs will be done with assistance of another team member or equipment.

Benefits

• (for Non-Craft & Non-Union Craft working 25+ hours / week)
• Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage
• Dental plan
• 401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match
• Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves
• Employer paid Life, AD&DD, and disability insurance
• No-Cost mental health tool and conciergewith extensive work-life resources
• Tuition reimbursement
• Adoption Assistance
• Gym Membership Discount Program

Please Make Note

• Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.
• Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days.

About Mortenson

As a top builder, developer, and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction), our expertise spans markets like sports, renewable energy, data centers, healthcare, and more. We are builders at heart, working to ensure the built environment has a lasting positive impact.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Your uniqueness brings new and creative perspectives to the team. Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status or any other legally protected category.

Other Items To Note

• Mortenson reserves the right to hire any individual without legal or financial obligation on unwanted solicitations. No agency emails, calls, or solicitations are accepted without a valid agreement.
• Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status, 0-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.