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Electrical Foreman (San Diego)

ALBD Electric & Cable, Escondido, CA, United States


Job Summary
An Electrical Foreman is responsible for daily operations, installing, altering, adding, and repairing electrical systems, conductors, and associated materials on construction projects. This position will lead a team of electricians, ensure compliance with safety and quality standards, and deliver projects on schedule, on time and within budget.

Key Responsibilities

Manage jobsite: Execute projects safely and under budget; ensure adherence to specifications and project schedules; schedule and conduct all job site inspections, testing, and owner training.

Project records: Turn‑in documents such as daily job logs, JHA’s and T&M tickets electronically via Procore/iPad.

Lead and mentor: Manage a team of electricians, providing training, guidance and resolving on‑site challenges.

Drawings: Review and cross‑reference complete set of plan and design criteria, blueprints, technical drawings, and electrical plans to ensure accurate execution of project tasks; complete as‑builts at project end.

Strong communication skills: Coordinate with field superintendents, director of field operations, project managers and other trades to ensure seamless operations.

Project, material & equipment planning: Proactively foresee, plan, and order materials, tools and equipment needs for upcoming phases of work.

Installation: Provide oversight for installation of switchboards, transformer raceways, and lighting control systems.

Troubleshoot: Resolve complex electrical issues during construction.

Equipment operation: Operate scissor lifts, boom lifts, and single‑man lifts to perform scope of work.

Safety: Maintain a "safety first" approach while complying with company policies, industry regulations and standards; maintain clean, organized work areas.

Education, Skills and Experience

Minimum 5 years of experience as a foreman electrician.

Valid Certified General Electrician License.

OSHA 30 Certified (plus).

Ability to work in varied weather conditions, confined spaces and heights.

Physical requirements: sit, stand, walk, bend, kneel and use hands and arms to operate equipment; lift up to 50 lbs.

Must have good vision, strong sense of balance and no fear of heights.

Extensive knowledge of electrical systems, blueprints, pipe bending and industry NEC code.

Experience and Knowledge for Specialty Projects

Proven leadership skills; efficiently manage a diverse team of 7+.

Problem‑solving skills and attention to detail.

Excellent communication and organizational skills; fluent in spoken and written English.

Proficient in computer skills including Outlook, Excel and Procore.

Benefits
Pay ranges: $40.00 – $50.00 per hour.
Medical, dental, vision, FSA, voluntary insurance and 401(k) with 4% match.
Paid holidays.

ALBD Electric & Cable is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer regardless of race, color, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religious beliefs, marital status, genetic information, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

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