Electrical Operations Supervisor
About the role
Founded and family‐owned since 1896, Rhoads Industries is a total solution provider of industrial fabrication, mechanical/maintenance and maritime services. In addition to our field service and project skilled labor, Rhoads has expansive shipyard facilities and over 300,000 square feet of heavy manufacturing space located in The Navy Yard in Philadelphia. Rhoads’ capabilities enable our customers to achieve superior results by deploying our diverse, highly skilled workforce and fabrication capabilities across commercial, government and maritime projects, all backed by state‐of‐the‐art resources and a 100+ year legacy of leadership.
Responsibilities
- Electrical equipment installation
- LV/HV power and control cable installation, termination, and testing
- Cableway, conduit, and cable management systems
- Lead and supervise a team of up to 15 electricians
- Serve as the primary interface between engineering/design, scheduling, and field crews
- Interpret and enforce compliance with electrical specifications, work instructions, NEC/NFPA codes, and referenced government/DoD standards
- Drive daily and weekly execution plans and workforce deployment strategies
- Monitor cost, labor productivity, and progress to ensure project stays on schedule and budget
- Participate in daily coordination meetings, safety briefings, and schedule reviews
- Foster a culture of quality, safety, and continuous improvement
- Engage with union labor and ensure compliance with workforce agreements and practices
- Other duties as assigned
Requirements
- Journeyman or Master Electrician license (preferred)
- OSHA 30 certification (preferred)
- PMP or CM certification (a plus)
- 5+ years’ experience in electrical construction, with at least 1+ years of proven experience in a Group Leader, Foreman, General Foreman, or similar crew leadership role required
- Experience working in electrical and/or ship construction, maintenance, or other related fields highly preferred
- Experience with complex, schedule-driven defense or government projects preferred
- Demonstrated ability to plan and lead electrical work in the field
- Working knowledge of NEC, NFPA, and DoD/government electrical standards
- Proven track record managing union labor or large craft workforces
- Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills
- Ability to interpret electrical schematics, construction drawings, and work packages
- Familiarity with project controls, scheduling software, and performance metrics
Qualifications
- Competitive health insurance packages
- 401k matching
- PTO
Benefits
- Competitive health insurance packages
- 401k matching
- PTO
Pay
$50 - $55 per hour
Schedule
The role requires flexibility in working hours including weekends and overtime as business needs dictate.
Work Environment
The performance of this position involves exposure to construction or industrial areas where the use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, hard hats and hearing protection is required.
Company Information
Rhoads Industries, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, and disability.