Substation General Foreman

Shelby American, Inc.; Hazleton (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Substation General Foreman to lead a dedicated team in delivering high-quality electrical solutions. This role involves overseeing complex projects, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and maintaining effective communication with customers and team members. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in electrical installations, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to excellence. Join a company that values family and teamwork, and enjoy a generous benefits package along with opportunities for professional growth and advancement in your career.

Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Vacation and Personal Time

401K Plan with Matching Contribution

Short-Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Perks Program

Yearly Bonus Potential

Qualifications

• 5+ years in a supervisory role with strong project management skills.
• Expertise in medium and high voltage electrical installations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate multiple electrical construction projects.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and manage project documentation.

Skills

Leadership

Communication Skills

Project Management

Electrical Installation

Safety Compliance

Blueprint Interpretation

Troubleshooting Electrical Systems

Team Management

Education

High School Graduate or GED

Journeyperson Certificate

OSHA 30 Certification

Tools

Testing Devices (Ohmmeters, Voltmeters)

Power Tools

Construction Equipment (Backhoes, Trenchers)

Job description

Description

Hayden Power Group - As a family-owned electrical contractor for over 50 years, we light the path to long-term success of our highly valued professional teams, who protect and serve our customers, by safely providing state-of-the-art, cost-effective solutions for all types of electrical needs.

Family is our Life. Power Solutions are our Business.

Compensation and Benefits

The final agreed upon compensation is based on individual qualifications and experience.

Typical Work Schedule

Dayshift, Monday through Friday, 7:00am-3:30pm.

Generous Benefits Package including:

1. Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
2. Life Insurance
3. Vacation and Personal Time
4. 401K Plan with Matching Contribution
5. Short-Term Disability
6. Employee Assistance Program
7. Employee Perks Program
8. Competitive Pay and Opportunities for Advancement
9. Yearly Bonus Potential and more...

We are currently seeking an individual to join our hard-working, dedicated team as a Substation General Foreman.

Leadership, supervision and coordination of multiple projects and managing an in-house electrical crew of foremen, team leaders, electricians, apprentices and laborers as well as subcontractors and temporary employees on commercial, industrial and specialty projects, which may include medium and high voltage substation construction, up to $10 million. Responsible for coordination and communication with customers and owner’s representatives on all aspects of job scope. These responsibilities are in compliance with all general foreman job responsibilities and essential duties. With a focus on safety and efficiency, you will lead a skilled team, ensuring high standards of performance and reliability in our energy infrastructure projects.

Requirements

Duties and Responsibilities Essential to the Job – including the following and any other duties that may be assigned as needed:

1. Oversee, coordinate, pre-plan and schedule all aspects of multiple electrical construction projects, including but not limited to manpower, equipment, tools and materials, in conjunction with Hayden project management, other trades, subcontractors, vendors, customer and project ownership. Ability to lay out all types of work including site and civil work. Apply complete and thorough knowledge of all electrical materials, tools tasks as needed in a commercial, industrial or specialty electrical installation.
2. Ability to travel. On projects outside of local area, may require travel and overnight stay at out-of-town project site for extended periods of time.
3. Skilled expertise in 138kV, 69kV and 15kV installations, troubleshooting and working in and around medium and high voltage equipment.
4. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to build and maintain professional relationships between company, customers, management, field team, vendors and subcontractors.
5. Proficiency in all job responsibilities and essential duties as required of a company Foreman.
6. Execute and manage required paperwork daily including but not limited to manpower scheduling, daily journal and associated team tasks.
7. Excellent ability to analyze, interpret and understand blueprints, including architectural, civil, electrical, fire suppression, HVAC, plumbing, drawings and work scope and change orders.
8. Management and collection of bill of materials and identification of project labor needs for effective change order management and time and material work. Keep track of and monitor all change order opportunities and risk. Responsible for change order approval prior to work being completed.
9. Review and approval of manpower timecards, electronic and manual, on a weekly basis for submittal to project management and payroll by Monday morning.
10. Attend weekly and monthly company meetings relevant to improving the team and company as a whole as required for project and leadership success.
11. Proficient in all types of troubleshooting of electrical systems on a commercial, industrial and specialty electrical systems.
12. Coordination of all required inspections for projects.
13. Initiate and monitor the Hayden safety program on the jobsite including but not limited to identifying and remediating potential jobsite hazards, conducting post-accident investigations, delivering weekly toolbox talks and insuring compliance of team members with Hayden safety standards.
14. Ensure that all project related materials, tools and equipment are maintained in an orderly and safe working fashion. Maintain clean work areas daily.
15. Supervise, mentor and evaluate crew team members and complete ongoing and yearly performance evaluations.
16. Communicate with other employees, management and customers in a professional manner.
17. Conform to company policies, procedures and safety requirements.

Education/Work Experience/Certifications:

1. Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in supervisory/team leader role with demonstrated project leadership and management abilities.
2. High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED)
3. Journeyperson certificate or equivalent work experience.
4. Valid Driver’s License and satisfactory driving record.
5. OSHA 30 certification
6. Aerial and forklift certification
7. Valid first aid/CPR certification

Skills/Abilities:

1. Possess a journeyperson card or equivalent.
2. Possess valid CPR/First Aid certification.
3. Valid OSHA 30 certified.
4. Expertise in 138kV, 69kV and 15kV equipment and all types of testing equipment and circuits.
5. Excellent communication, leadership and supervision skills.
6. Manage and oversee all aspects of the construction project as the General Foreman on site.
7. Working knowledge of the most current National Electric Code (NEC) and NFPA70E. Attend approved seminars for the current National Electrical Code (NEC).
8. Proficiency with computer and relevant job required hardware/software (i.e. iPad, laptop)
9. Proficiency in testing electrical systems or continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment, or fixture using testing devices and meters such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, or meggers.
10. Perform physically demanding tasks such as digging trenches, either by use of hand tools or power equipment, laying conduit or moving or lifting heavy objects.
11. Capable of operating two-handed tools/equipment, cable cutters, hammer drills, compression tools, jack hammers, etc.
12. Operate and work from mechanical hydraulic lifts (electric or gas powered).
13. Operate company trucks with manual and automatic transmission.
14. Operate all types of equipment including but not limited to bucket truck, backhoes, trenchers and line trucks in a safe manner.
15. Ability to communicate well and give and follow instructions.
16. Commitment to company values and the highest level of professional and ethical standards with Safety First at all times.

Working Conditions:

1. Jobsite visits may require lifting not to exceed 51 pounds, standing, bending or reaching for extended periods of time.
2. Ability to work 8 hours per day, 40 hours per week, overtime as required and night shifts.
3. Repetitive use of arms, hands and fingers. Ability to frequently bend, stretch, twist or reach with body, arms and/or legs.
4. Ability to continually move on feet.
5. Ability to complete overhead work for full day assignment.
6. Ability to work outdoors or in restricted areas i.e. switchgear rooms, manholes, utility tunnels, crawl spaces, attics, etc. Must follow NFPA70e OSHA requirements.
7. Maintenance of a set of company required personal tools at all times for use on the jobsite. Required waist tool belt as worn weighs approximately 30 lbs. preferred.
8. Must be able to utilize construction site sanitary facilities (PortaJohns).
9. Perform work at various heights, up to 60’ from ladders, scaffolds, aerial lifts, cat-walks or other safe work areas.
10. Work from all types of ladders (step ladders up to 14’, “A” frame ladders and all size extension ladders and carry and relocate up to 12; step ladder by one’s self.)
11. Possess good vision (normal or corrected).
12. Comply with post-accident, random, reasonable suspicion and return to duty drug and alcohol screenings.

Special Requirements:

1. Ability to travel to jobsites locally, in-state and out-of-state as business requires; evening and weekend work as needed. Responsible for personal transportation to and from local and regional jobsites.
2. On projects assigned outside the local company area, must have the ability to travel and stay at out-of-town jobsite up to 3 to 4 weeks at a time.
3. Wear personal protective equipment on jobsite at all times: hard hat, safety glasses, safety vest, rubber soled boots, gloves, harness (as required), etc.
4. Employee’s weight and personal tools cannot exceed weight limit of ladder (Class 1, 250 lbs., Class 1A, 300 lbs.)
5. Background checks, screenings and physicals.
6. Conform to all company policies and procedures.