Traveling Licensed Electrical Foreman

Wachter, Inc.; Wichita (KS); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Prescription & Vision Benefits

Life, AD&D and LTD insurance

Paid Vacation and Holidays

Company-Matched 401(k) and IRA

Per-Diem for overnight travel

Mileage compensation for personal vehicle use

Company vehicle may be provided

Job summary

A family-owned electrical contracting company is seeking a motivated Lead Journeyman Electrician licensed in Colorado for heavy commercial projects. The ideal candidate will lead a team of electricians, perform complex electrical tasks, and must have a valid Colorado license. Strong communication skills, the ability to meet tight deadlines, and flexibility to work long hours and travel are essential. The company offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and retirement savings plans.

Qualifications

• Strong background in Industrial/Manufacturing systems (24v DC to 480v).
• Proven ability to run larger projects under tight deadlines.
• OSHA 10 or 30 certification is a major plus.
• OSHA 10 or 30 certification is a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; able to work independently or in a team.
• Willingness to travel up to 60 hours per week and travel nationwide.

Responsibilities

• Lead heavy commercial projects on industrial sites.
• Manage teams of 4+ Electricians/Apprentices.
• Perform electrical tasks including medium voltage terminations.
• Coordinate on-site with projects and safety teams to meet deadlines.
• Operate lifts as required during travel assignments.

Skills

Leadership

Written and verbal communication

Flexibility

Communication

Safety

Travel Ready

Education

Valid COLORADO Journeyman Electrician License

Job description

Wachter is seeking a motivated, solution-oriented Lead Journeyman Electrician licensed in Colorado for heavy commercial and industrial projects. You will act as the Foreman on-site, leading a team (typically 3-15 electricians) to deliver high-quality installations under tight deadlines. This is a long-term opportunity for a pro who can lead a crew while staying hands-on with complex electrical systems. Traveling specifically but not limited to Colorado, Kansas and New Mexico.

What You'll Do:

• Lead "heavy commercial" projects on industrial sites, managing teams of 4+ Electricians/Apprentices
• Perform diverse electrical tasks, from small pipe/wire to medium voltage terminations and 3000A switchgear installation
• Read and interpret blueprints, one-lines, and schematics.
• Run/bend conduit and pull/terminate wire in varied environments.
• Operate scissor, boom, and bucket lifts as needed
  
  
  

What We Are Looking For:

• Licensing: Valid COLORADO Journeyman Electrician License is required.
• Experience: Strong background in Industrial/Manufacturing systems (24v DC to 480v)
• Leadership: Proven ability to run larger projects and hit "time crunch" deadlines
• Safety: OSHA 10 or 30 certification is a major plus
• Skills: Strong written and verbal communication; ability to work independently or as a team.
• Flexibility: Must be willing to work up to 60 hours per week and travel nationwide.
  
  
  

Benefits Package: Company Paid!

• Medical, Dental, Prescription & Vision Benefits
• Life, AD&D and LTD insurance
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Company- Matched 401(k) and IRA Retirement Savings
• Per-Diem paid when overnight travel is required
• Drive time and mileage paid for use of a personal vehicle when travel is required
• Company vehicle could be provided
  
  
  

About:

Wachter is a family-owned company since 1930 and we see each employee as a critical piece of the Wachter Family. With over 900 licenses across the country, Wachter serves commercial and industrial clients with the right technologies needed to keep them successful.

We design, install, and maintain the technologies that keep businesses operating efficiently. Our team of dedicated electricians, engineers, and technicians provides electrical, data, security, communications, and automation services to clients in numerous industries.

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We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.