Solar Gaines is growing, and we are looking to add Foremen to our expanding team. The Electrical Foreman is a working foreman whose primary task will be leading and facilitating code-compliant electrical work on commercial solar projects. The Electrical Foreman supervises Solar Gaines electrical crew and/or Subcontractor electrical crews responsible for the installation of solar PV systems, monitoring the safety and quality of the Subcontractor’s work and ensuring the work progresses in accordance with the contract documents Candidates must have a clean driving record, reliable transportation, and be able to commute.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
During construction, lead and facilitate code-compliant electrical work on solar projects. This work will include installing wiring, conduit, enclosures, switchgear, lighting, main service replacements, sub-panels, and transformers
Monitors the electrical crew's daily work plans to ensure the highest level of workmanship in all elements of the job. Provides guidance and direction with respect to the project quality and safety requirements
Ensure the high-quality installation of electrical portions of the project, including underground cabling, mod-to-mod wiring, and DC collection system
Adhere to and enforce all project policies and procedures
Monitor progress to ensure work is planned and executed in accordance with the project priorities
Coordinate with other discipline subcontractors with regard to access and sequencing
Monitor material inventory control of system components and hardware
Ensures crew maintains neat work areas and efficient utilization of laydown areas
Monitor Safety, Quality, and Efficiency of electrical work on the project
Ensure the electrical crew has resources and support
Experience working with commercial PV systems, 600V and 1000V DC systems, single and three-phase systems, and communications and lighting systems
Diagnose and repair malfunctioning solar systems and electrical components
Establish and maintain effective communication channels with the superintendent and project manager
Ensure NEC electrical code compliance as related to solar PV installations and inspections
Complete tasks safely, correctly, and on schedule
Ensure electrical PPE, tools, and equipment assigned are maintained in good working condition or replaced as required
Willingness to assist with non-electrical and DC side work
Coach/teach Apprentices and more junior electricians
Essential Skills:
Working knowledge of NEC and local electrical codes as they relate to solar PV installations and inspection compliance
Experience reading blueprints, plans, and manufacturer specs
Effective management and teamwork skills
Proficiency in using computers
Experience implementing quality control standards and assessing safety hazards to ensure job site safety and satisfy OSHA requirements
Can lift 50 lbs. and is comfortable working from elevated environments
Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:
Minimum 5 years of commercial construction supervision experience
Journeyman electrician
OSHA 10 certification
Must be able to read construction drawings/diagrams and develop a working plan for implementation of the design
Demonstrated knowledge of DC electrical
Basic math skills and reading comprehension
Work requires the ability to read and understand written instructions to understand simple processes
Valid driver’s license
Minimum High School Diploma or Equivalent
Demonstrate competence necessary to perform the work
Solar Experience is highly preferred
We offer stable employment with attractive compensation and benefits packages designed to reward hard work, dependability and quality workmanship. Electricians who progress through our platform and perform at a high level are rewarded through increases in salary and responsibility and we have a healthy backlog of projects.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $27 - $32 per hour
Benefits:
401(k)
Dental Insurance
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Referral program
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance
Schedule:
8-hour shift
Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
Bonus pay
Experience:
Electrical: 5 years (Required)
License/Certification:
Journeyman Electrician license (Preferred)
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Mid-Senior level
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