Jobs · Management · Virginia

Commercial Electrician Foreman

The Contractor Consultants · University Center, VA · 1 mo ago
Management$45–$55/hrFull-time

Project Scope

Commercial, Government, and Federal Solar AC Power Generation & Controls.

Responsibilities

  • Troubleshoot and diagnose faulty systems, devices, and parts using testing equipment and hand tools.
  • Identify faults in AC/DC electrical systems and resolve them.
  • Analyze electrical systems, equipment, and components to identify hazards, defects, and the need for modification or maintenance while ensuring code compliance.
  • Verify compatibility and safety of electrical systems by testing circuit continuity in wiring, equipment, and fixtures.
  • Provide continuous feedback to management regarding potential hazards associated with equipment operation.
  • Perform duties on ladders, scaffolding, and roofs to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures.
  • Complete physically demanding tasks such as trench digging, underground conduit installation, long‑term bending, crouching, pulling, and lifting.
  • Interpret plans, specifications, contracts, blueprints, safety documents, and other job‑site documentation.
  • Demonstrate efficient problem‑solving 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 a thorough understanding of electrical equipment, high and low voltages, electrical theory, power generation, switchgear maintenance, and paralleling procedures.
  • Strong working knowledge of job‑site safety, including the ability to evaluate hazards, conduct pre‑work task planning, and identify electrical hazards and proper safety procedures.
  • Proficiency with all electrical test equipment to diagnose or troubleshoot systems and instruments.
  • Ability to establish priorities, work independently, achieve objectives without supervision, and coordinate tasks with others through personal initiative.
  • OSHA 10 certification.
  • Valid driver’s license, clean driving record, and reliable transportation.
  • High school diploma or equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications

  • OSHA 30 certification.
  • Certifications and/or experience operating a boom lift, scissor lift, or extended‑reach forklift.

Compensation

Base pay ranges from $45.00 to $55.00 per hour, with the potential for higher earnings. Includes a $75 per night travel per diem. Position is prevailing‑wage eligible and requires 100% travel (all expenses paid via corporate card, hotel, meals, etc.).

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) with company match
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA) / Dependent Care Account (DCA)
  • Paid time off
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Life insurance
  • Accident insurance
  • Employee wellness program
  • Fitness reward program
  • Employee training and development opportunities

Company Overview

Centrica Business Solutions delivers integrated energy solutions that balance profitability and sustainability. By combining digitalization, climate‑change strategies, and a broad portfolio—including energy efficiency, HVAC, lighting, controls, building envelope, water, solar, energy storage, electric vehicle, and battery storage solutions—we help organizations become more energy‑efficient, resilient, and environmentally responsible.

Team & Culture

Our culture emphasizes collaboration, passion, reliability, and trustworthiness. Employees report high engagement, strong leadership support, a focus on health and safety, and a sense of being valued.

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