Senior Electric Foreman - High-Voltage Crew Lead

Chain Electric Company; Richland (MS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Chain Electric Company in Richland, MS, is seeking a Foreman to oversee electrical construction, maintenance, and operation, ensuring projects meet design, budget, schedule and safety requirements.

The role includes leading field crews, planning look-ahead schedules, enforcing safety policies, training workers, and collaborating with the General Foreman and Project Managers to deliver high-quality results.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience around energized high-voltage lines (7.2kV minimum).
• Valid CDL-B license required.
• Strong planning, delegation, and deadline management.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, manuals, policies, and diagrams.
• Proven leadership and safety-focused approach to field crews.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to crews to ensure safe, efficient operations.
• Develop look-ahead schedules with GF estimating resources and materials.
• Ensure crew follows GF's activity schedule and safety policies.
• Maintain site safety, equipment, and security; ensure compliance with specs.
• Train workers in construction methods, equipment operation, and safety procedures.
• Support GF/Project Managers to meet company goals; recruit qualified applicants.

Skills

Leadership

Planning/organizing

Delegation

Blueprints/diagrams

Communication

Safety awareness

Education

CDL-B license

Apprentice/lineman training

Job description

Chain Electric Company in Richland, MS, is seeking a Foreman to oversee electrical construction, maintenance, and operation, ensuring projects meet design, budget, schedule and safety requirements.

The role includes leading field crews, planning look-ahead schedules, enforcing safety policies, training workers, and collaborating with the General Foreman and Project Managers to deliver high-quality results.