Shipyard Electrical Foreman — Lead 12–15 Crew

Birdon Group; Alabama; On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Vacation/Sick accrual and holidays

Employee referral program

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Birdon America, Inc. is seeking an Electrical Foreman to join our Bayou La Batre shipyard. On-site role responsible for leading a crew of 12–15, reading schematics, and installing electrical components on a Coast Guard vessel project.

Requirements include 5–7 years supervisory experience, knowledge of boat electrical systems, and ability to lift up to 50 lbs; strong scheduling and safety emphasis expected.

Qualifications

• 5 to 7 years supervisor experience.
• Fundamental knowledge in electrical systems as it pertains to boat building.
• Must be able to lift up to 50lbs.
• Must be able to stand, bend, stoop, squat or kneel regularly, as well as climb stairs and ladders.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate electrical work and crews of 12 to 15 people.
• Read electrical diagrams and estimate cable footage from drawings.
• Install complex electronic components on vessels.
• Ensure schedules and deadlines are met with safety focus.

Skills

Team leadership

Electrical knowledge

Reading diagrams

Safety focus

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Job description

Birdon America, Inc. is seeking an Electrical Foreman to join our Bayou La Batre shipyard. On-site role responsible for leading a crew of 12–15, reading schematics, and installing electrical components on a Coast Guard vessel project.

Requirements include 5–7 years supervisory experience, knowledge of boat electrical systems, and ability to lift up to 50 lbs; strong scheduling and safety emphasis expected.