Electrical Lead / Supervisor

Job Description

Job Description

LINKAN’S FOCUS

Linkan is a custom solutions provider for complex water problems. We specialize in industrial water treatment projects related to the mining industry and beyond.  

WHY LINKAN?

At Linkan, we are an employee-owned (ESOP) company, which means every person has a real stake in our success. We think and act like owners because we are owners—sharing in the responsibility, pride, and long-term value we build together.

Guided by our core values—Problem Solvers, Ownership, Teamwork, and Adaptable—we collaborate, innovate, and take responsibility for delivering high-quality results for our clients.

When you join Linkan, you join a team of owners committed to meaningful work and long-term success.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Electrical Supervisor plays a vital leadership role in overseeing all electrical operations at the project site. This position is responsible for supervising site electricians, managing the execution of electrical work in compliance with safety and regulatory standards, and ensuring efficient operations to support mining and water treatment projects.

Key responsibilities include supervising electrical personnel, ensuring timely and accurate completion of site safety documentation, managing employee timekeeping, and supporting the maintenance and troubleshooting of electrical systems. The Supervisor will serve as a liaison between field electricians, project managers, and other site personnel to maintain safety, productivity, and technical quality.

Essential duties include:

• Act as a working supervisor, overseeing daily electrical activities while actively participating in the installation, testing, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of industrial electrical systems.
• Supervise and coordinate electrical personnel, assign responsibilities, monitor performance, and ensure work meets project specifications, quality standards, and schedules.
• Install, inspect, test, troubleshoot, and repair industrial electrical equipment and systems, including motor control centers (MCCs), variable frequency drives (VFDs), motors, control panels, and power distribution systems.
• Diagnose complex electrical issues and provide hands-on technical support and direction to crew members.
• Support the installation, testing, calibration, and troubleshooting of industrial instrumentation, including flow meters, pressure transmitters, level sensors, and other process measurement devices.
• Assist with electrical and instrumentation startup, functional testing, loop checks, and commissioning activities.
• Read and interpret electrical drawings, wiring diagrams, schematics, P&IDs, and technical documentation to support installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Perform and oversee preventive maintenance activities to minimize equipment downtime and maintain operational reliability.
• Lead safety meetings, enforce applicable safety procedures and regulatory requirements, and ensure timely completion of required documentation, including FLRAs, inspections, and permits.
• Review and submit accurate daily and weekly time entries for assigned personnel.
• Provide technical guidance, training, and mentorship to electrical personnel to support safe, efficient, and high-quality work.
• Coordinate with engineering, project management, other departments, and subcontractors to support project execution, system commissioning, and operational troubleshooting.
• Maintain accurate records, including maintenance logs, inspection reports, testing documentation, and electrical schematics.
• Provide regular updates to project management regarding work progress, personnel matters, technical challenges, and recommended corrective actions

The above duties and responsibilities are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all-inclusive.

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

Specific skills and experience are as follows:

• Valid Journeyman Electrician certification/license or eligibility for reciprocity preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of industrial electrical experience, including at least 2 years in a supervisory or lead role.
• Strong hands-on experience in industrial electrical installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, testing, and commissioning.
• Proficiency in working with industrial electrical systems, including motor control centers (MCCs), variable frequency drives (VFDs), motors, control panels, and power distribution equipment.
• Working knowledge of industrial instrumentation and process controls, including basic calibration, testing, and troubleshooting of field instruments.
• Strong understanding of applicable electrical codes, mining safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to diagnose complex electrical issues and provide effective technical solutions.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematics, and technical documentation.
• Proven experience supervising electrical crews, enforcing safety protocols, and coordinating work to meet project schedules.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced industrial environment.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and overtime, as needed.
• Willingness to travel as required for project assignments.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.

origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.