Electrical Foreman

Job TitleAbility to lead and perform installations, alterations, additions, and/or repairs of electrical systems, conductors, and associated materials and equipment within the residential, commercial, and industrial electrical industry.Responsible for the on-site management and safety of assigned construction tasks and projects and assigned field personnel to ensure the project is completed within established budget, time and quality standards while following standard operating procedures, and adhering to all NEC state and local codes. Coordinates field installations and project close-outs, as well as develops and maintains customer/client relationships.Position RequirementsUses Gaylor Values as tools to carry out all job responsibilitiesUnderstands and complies with Company and job safety requirements (O.S.H.A.) and enforces crew to do the sameCommunicates importance of proper interpretation and enforcement of Gaylor policies and guidelinesUnderstands and enforces compliance with NEC, state, and local codesUnderstands and can perform or demonstrate all Journeyperson skillsPossesses technical knowledge, safety knowledge, and ability to work with live/energized partsDemonstrates and enforces proper use and safe handling of tools, equipment, and materialsClearly understands the scope of work, including the responsibilities of other trades at sitePossesses knowledge of blueprints, shop drawings, and ability to visualize completed work prior to installationCollaborates with field personnel and support staffResponsibilitiesDemonstrates acceptable Company work practices that can be emulated by fellow employeesCultivates a working relationship with managers, supervisors, fellow employees, and customers/clients encouraging a cooperative environmentWorks with supervisor in personnel alignment and scheduling tasks to facilitate weekly action plans to meet project deadlines while meeting Company quality standardsEffectively oversees, directs, and develops an assigned team of 1-6 Helpers, Apprentices, and/or Journeypersons in proper work practicesConducts meetings and huddles with assigned crew to meet project objectives and schedulesEnsures crew reports to assigned job site location on time, as directedAssigns field employees to project tasks based upon individual's ability and experienceAssists employees in identifying, analyzing, and resolving existing or anticipated obstaclesLeads, motivates, coaches, and develops assigned employees by giving frequent honest feedbackResolves conflicts related to construction of the project as well as personnel difficultiesMonitors and orders materials, tools, and equipmentEnsures crew maintains and properly stores tools, materials, and equipment to maintain clean and a neat work areaObtains supervisor's approval prior to crew installation of requested change ordersCompletes routine daily inspections of equipment and work areas to verify accurate and timely installationsCompletes and documents regular safety inspectionsReports accidents or incidents to the Supervisor in a timely manner, per Company policyUtilizes and maintains accurate project documentation (i.e. time sheets, progress reports, daily logs, etc.)May interact with owners, owner representatives, architects, engineers, trade contractors, vendors, and others associated with project activitiesOther duties, as assignedWorking ConditionsMay require working in all elements (heat, cold, rain, snow, etc.) depending on job location and/or time of yearMust be able to utilize construction site sanitary facilities (port-o-lets)Must have required hand tools at all times while at work site (waist tool belts can weigh up to 30 lbs.)Must be able to work scheduled hours as well as overtime, as required, on short noticeMust be able to work in noisy environmentsMust be able to remain calm in times of heightened emotional situationsMust work well with others as a member of a team to complete tasksPhysical RequirementsMust be able to wear personnel protective equipment (i.e., hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, high visibility vest, safety harness, etc.) when requiredAbility to stand, bend, stoop, squat, crawl, climb, kneel, balance, push, pull, and reach overhead for extended periods of timeAbility to lift loads of up to 51 lbs.Repetitive use of arms, hands, and fingersAbility to climb and use ladders and scaffolding of all types for extended periods of timePossess good vision/hearing (normal or corrected)Ability to make transition from designated employee parking areas to construction areas and be able to gain access to all levels of building/structure, even if only means of access is by OSHA approved site construction ladder or stairs still under construction but deemed safe for useAbility to work while constantly movingAbility to reach and stretch to position equipment, fixtures, etc. while maintaining balanceAbility to use both hands simultaneously for tying knots and for proper use of power equipmentMust be able to see color to discern color-coded wiringMust be physically capable of pulling wires and cables through conduitsEducationHigh School graduate or equivalency, preferredExperienceAccredited Apprenticeship Program completion or six years on the job electrical experience requiredJourneyman License requirement in states, locales, or projects, as required