Commercial Electrician Foreman

About the Role

Centrica Business Solutions is seeking a Solar AC Electrical Foreman to lead commercial solar installations. This role involves the construction, installation, and modification of electrical appliances, systems, facilities, and related controls of varying design and/or complexity. The incumbent will be required to both take direction and work intuitively to support the completion of the company’s goals and objectives.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and diagnose faulty systems, devices, and parts by utilizing testing equipment and hand tools to identify the sources of the malfunction and resolve the issue.
• Demonstrate proficiency in electrical competencies including identification of faults in AC/DC electrical systems and the capacity to troubleshoot and resolve them.
• Analyze electrical systems, equipment, and components to identify hazards, defects, as well as the necessity for modification or maintenance, and to ensure code compliance.
• Verify the compatibility and safety of electrical systems by testing the continuity of circuits within the wiring, equipment, and fixtures using testing devices to ensure the integrity and functionality of the entire system.
• Provide continuous feedback to management regarding any potential hazards associated with the ongoing operation of equipment.
• Perform job duties on ladders, scaffolding, and roofs to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring, equipment, and/or fixtures.
• Complete physically demanding tasks such as (but not limited to): trench digging, underground installation of conduit, and long-term bending, crouching, pulling, and lifting.
• Understand plans, specifications, contracts, blueprints, safety documents, and any other workplace or job site related documentation pertaining to each job.
• Demonstrate efficient problem-solving skills while identifying and mitigating safety hazards, code violations, and other electrical issues.

Requirements

• Minimum 3.5 years’ experience in a commercial, industrial, or solar electrician journeyman capacity with thorough understanding of electrical equipment, high and low voltages, electrical theory, power generation, switchgear maintenance, and paralleling procedures.
• Possess strong working knowledge of job site safety with the ability to thoroughly evaluate job hazards and complete pre-work task planning with an emphasis on identifying electrical hazards and proper safety procedures.
• Versed in all electrical test equipment to diagnose or troubleshoot all electrical systems and instruments.
• Ability to establish priorities, work independently and proceed to achieve objectives without supervision while coordinating tasks with others through personal initiative.
• OSHA 10 certification.
• Valid driver’s license, clean driving record, and reliable transportation.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Active State License and/or Applicable Certifications.
• Travel: 100% Travel Required (All Expenses Paid: Corporate Card, Hotel, Meals, etc.).
• Scheduling flexibility with an ability to travel to different jobsites.

Preferred Qualifications

• OSHA 30 certification.
• Certifications and/or experience on a Boom Lift, Scissor Lift, or Extended Reach Forklift.

Pay

$45.00 - $55.00+ per hour, with $75/night travel per diem. This position is prevailing wage eligible.

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• HSA with company match
• FSA/DCA
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) with company match
• Life Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Employee Wellness Program
• Fitness Reward Program
• Employee Training and Development Opportunities