Residential Electrical Leadman

IES Residential; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

IES Residential is seeking an experienced Residential Electrical Leadman to join our team in El Paso, TX. This working foreman role leads a crew of electricians and apprentices while actively performing electrical installations in new single-family residential construction.

The ideal candidate will have at least 4 years of residential electrical experience and a Texas Residential Wireman or Journeyman license.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of residential electrical experience.
• At least 1 year in a leadership role.
• Current Texas Residential Wireman or Journeyman Electrician license required.
• Strong knowledge of NEC, blueprint reading, material takeoffs, and residential wiring practices.
• Strong troubleshooting and leadership skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• English reading/writing/speaking required.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Background check and drug screening required.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily electrical tasks including layout, rough‑in, and trim‑out phases.
• Supervise electricians and apprentices on job sites.
• Ensure compliance with NEC, local codes, and blueprints.
• Enforce safety policies and OSHA requirements.
• Troubleshoot and resolve electrical issues.
• Coordinate with project managers, superintendents, builders, and team members.
• Maintain timekeeping, work orders, and material usage documentation.
• Ensure installations meet IES quality standards and inspection requirements.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional jobsite.

Skills

Leadership

Troubleshooting

Communication

English proficiency

Education

Texas Residential Wireman/Journeyman license

Tools

Blueprint reading

NEC knowledge

Material takeoffs

Job description

Job Summary

IES Residential is seeking an experienced Residential Electrical Leadman to join our growing team in El Paso, TX. This working foreman position involves leading a crew of electricians and apprentices while actively performing electrical installations in new single-family residential construction.

Responsibilities

• Lead and participate in daily electrical tasks including layout, rough‑in, and trim‑out phases.
• Supervise and support electricians and apprentices on job sites.
• Ensure compliance with the National Electrical Code (NEC), local codes, and blueprints.
• Enforce IES Residential safety policies and OSHA requirements.
• Troubleshoot and resolve electrical issues efficiently.
• Coordinate with project managers, superintendents, builders, and team members.
• Maintain accurate timekeeping, work orders, and material usage documentation.
• Ensure installations meet IES quality standards and inspection requirements.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional jobsite.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of residential electrical experience.
• At least 1 year in a leadership or crew‑lead role.
• Current Texas Residential Wireman or Journeyman Electrician license (Required).
• Strong knowledge of NEC, blueprint reading, material takeoffs, and residential wiring practices.
• Strong troubleshooting and leadership skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English (Required).
• Bilingual English/Spanish (Preferred).
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Must pass background check and drug screening.

Work Environment

Active residential construction job sites with exposure to outdoor weather conditions such as heat, wind, and dust. Work includes attics, crawl spaces, and framed structures, with the use of ladders, scaffolding, and power tools in a fast‑paced production environment.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs regularly.
• Stand, walk, bend, kneel, and crouch for extended periods.
• Climb ladders and work at heights.
• Perform repetitive hand and arm movements.
• Comfortable working outdoors in Texas weather conditions.

License Required

Yes – current Texas Residential Wireman or Journeyman Electrician license.

Location

El Paso, Texas, USA.

EEO Statement

IES is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: Minorities, Females, Gender Identity, Sexual Orientation, Individuals with Disabilities, Protected Veterans Encouraged to Apply. The IES policy on equal employment opportunity prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, individuals with disabilities, protected veterans, or any other protected status or characteristic. This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment.