PV Solar Foreman — Field Lead for Large Installations

Capitol-Valley-Electric-Inc.-1; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 135,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Dental Insurance

401K with company match

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Incentives/Bonuses paid out Quarterly

Gas Card

Company Truck

Job summary

Capitol Valley Electric on-site in Fresno, CA seeks a Solar Foreman to motivate and manage teams on solar projects including battery energy storage systems. The role involves coordinating planning, communication, and control among internal and external stakeholders to ensure schedule and budget adherence.

The Foreman will supervise subcontractors, handle inspections, layout planning, material orders, and daily reporting. Travel and safety compliance are essential.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years' experience in Electrical Sub-contractor supervision
• 5-8 years of experience in Commercial Solar Electrical Work
• Experience managing budget, hours, and crew
• Able to Travel
• OSHA 30
• Knowledge of DAS or SCADA installations. Including but not limited to the installation of a systems weather station and various components
• Ability to interpret the designs’ intent
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Moderate skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the construction worker agreement of subcontractors, inspection and logistics of large-scale roof and ground mount PV electrical systems.
• Inspection services for solar/PV, electrical and general construction
• Interpret specifications and read blueprints.
• Assist in lay out of work for crew.
• Preplan daily activities and ensure crew productivity to meet job schedule.
• Order and coordinate delivery of necessary materials.
• Comply with all documentation requirements and fill out all project related reports, such as: Daily Reports, Safety Reports, Inspection Reports, 2 & 3 week look ahead schedules, etc.
• Audit safe work practices, ensuring PPE is available and used properly.
• Assist superintendents with training, appraising work performance and addressing concerns of employees in the field.

Job description

Capitol Valley Electric on-site in Fresno, CA seeks a Solar Foreman to motivate and manage teams on solar projects including battery energy storage systems. The role involves coordinating planning, communication, and control among internal and external stakeholders to ensure schedule and budget adherence.

The Foreman will supervise subcontractors, handle inspections, layout planning, material orders, and daily reporting. Travel and safety compliance are essential.