Electrical Foreman

Position Type:
District Maintenance/Custodial/Electrician

Date Posted:
8/12/2026

Location:
Centralized Maintenance - Glendale, AZ

Closing Date:
09/14/2026
Position Title: Electrical Foreman
Department: District Maintenance
Supervisor: Maintenance Supervisor
Term of Employment: 12 months
Salary Classification: 20

Job Summary: The Electrical Foreman is responsible for supervising and organizing the day-to-day operations of the electrical workers and performs various maintenance tasks as a part of the team. The Foreman is also responsible for managing the electrical budget and ensuring that work orders are completed correctly and in a timely manner.


Essential Functions as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include, but are not limited to, the following tasks, duties, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents in this class.


ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES generally include the following:

• Utilize FMX to prioritize, assign, respond to, and complete work orders.
• Manage and evaluate the work of the electrical team.
• Manage the electrical inventory of tools and materials to complete assigned projects. Arrange schedules, resources, materials and supplies required to complete projects. Coordinates work with contractors, vendors, and other trades assigned to project.
• Monitors staff to ensure compliance with all regulations and codes.
• Identify and evaluate electrical projects and advise the Supervisor on appropriate responses.
• Build and/or install new and/or replacement electrical lines, meters and circuits.
• Provides necessary training for team members.
• Assist site administration with planning for electrical projects. Review site plans, blueprints, schematics and project plans for compliance with established trade codes and standards.
• Plan, estimate and prepare quotes for PUSD electrical projects.
• Contacts vendors to purchase supplies, order parts, and receive technical assistance.
• Provide status reports to the Supervisor and site administration.
• Coordinate and work with inspectors to obtain inspection approvals and clearances. Assists other trades with electrical problems related to their projects and/or work orders.
• Carry out annual performance evaluations for employees on the team.
• Respond to electrical emergencies at night or on weekends.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Knowledge of applicable Federal, state, county and city statutes, rules, regulations, ordinances and codes and PUSD policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of the principles of journey level electrician practices and procedures.
• The ability to organize and manage records regarding purchasing and inventory control.
• Skill in reading, interpreting, understanding and applying relevant Federal, state, county and city statutes, rules, regulations, ordinances and codes and PUSD policies and procedures.
• Skill in assessing, analyzing, troubleshooting, diagnosing and undertaking repairs, maintenance and installation of electrical systems, circuits and components.
• Skill in utilizing a variety of hand and power tools and equipment for in-shop and on-site repairs.
• Skill in reading, understanding and preparing blueprints, schematics and drawings.
• Skill in monitoring and complying with occupational safety and health regulations applicable to construction and electrical trade standards and codes.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relations with co-workers, vendors, students, parents, the public and others having business with the school district.
• Skill in operating a personal computer utilizing a variety of software applications including Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: High School Diploma or GED, completion of a formal electrical apprenticeship training program AND five (5) years of journey level electrical work experience; OR any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to pass a fingerprint and background clearance check.
• Must possess at time of application and must maintain a valid Arizona driver license.
• May be required to obtain and maintain an Arizona Electrician License with applicable certifications.
• May be required to perform electrical services and repairs while standing, stooping, bending, crawling, and working overhead or in trenches.
• May be required to lift and/or carry heavy, bulky supplies, equipment, tools, parts and materials weighing up to 30 pounds.
• May be exposed to dangerous machinery, potential physical harm, extreme weather conditions, and hazardous chemicals and fumes.
• May be required to work outside normal working hours.
• May be required to travel to perform work functions.
• May be required to use personal equipment for work related phone calls and to retrieve electronic communication.

Attachment(s):

• Salary Schedule