Electrical Superintendent I (34742)

About the role

Position Summary: An Electrical Superintendent is the primary jobsite supervisor with operational responsibility for employees involved in the installation, alteration, addition, and/or repair of electrical systems, conductors, and associated materials and equipment for small to mid-sized ground‑up projects or tenant‑finish projects where complex coordination of multiple subordinate supervisors and crews is not required. This is a safety‑sensitive position.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all CEC field trades on an electrical construction project.
• Completes a working estimate and take‑off jointly with the Project Manager.
• Lays out work for subordinate supervisors and lead persons and is jointly responsible with the Project Manager for having material, tools, equipment, information, and appropriate manpower in the proper place in a timely fashion.
• Establishes work schedules and man‑loading charts.
• Interfaces with representatives of the General Contractor on day‑to‑day project scheduling and overall performance issues.
• Provides general supervision to subordinate foremen engaged in the installation of electrical feeders; equipment such as pumps, motors, and generators; control and distribution apparatus such as switch gear, relays, and circuit breaker panels; lighting fixtures and outlets; and related connections and terminations.
• Monitors work as performed, directs subordinate supervisors and crews, and schedules work according to the pace of the job and other trades.
• Handles or oversees the disposition of required office correspondence and administrative paperwork such as official forms, daily reports, time sheets/tickets, safety reports, etc.
• Is responsible for overall project safety performance.
• Assures employees are properly trained or instructed in performance of duties to which assigned.
• Assures compliance with all CEC safety processes and protocols.
• Investigates or assists in investigation and reporting of any accident or safety incidents involving jobsite employees.
• Performs other related duties as assigned to ensure efficient and effective processes, completion of projects and smooth operation of the department.

Qualifications

Education and Experience: Must possess all skills of lower‑rated positions including Foreman, Journeyman, T2, H, and have 26 years or more of commercial/industrial electrical experience.

• Comprehend reading and drawing prints, specifications, and schematics.
• Bend conduit by hand with hand benders.
• Utilize all power tools, saws, threaders, and knockout punches.
• Operate wire tuggers and hydraulic benders.
• Dig trenches, either by use of hand tools or power equipment.
• Operate all equipment including trenchers, backhoe, and lift trucks in a safe manner.
• Comprehend and practice safe work procedures as outlined in CEC’s Safety Policy Handbook, Haz‑Com Policy, and Lockout/Tagout Policy.
• Operate two‑handed tools/equipment, cable cutters, hammer drills, compression tools, and jack hammers.
• Operate company vehicles with both manual and automatic transmission.
• Read and interpret maps, instructional manuals, work site directions, and written instructions.
• Operate and work from mechanical personnel lifts, both electric and gasoline powered.
• Work energized circuits and equipment with company management approval as outlined in CEC’s Safety Policy.
• Install and make branch wire terminations in junction boxes and panel boards.
• Install and make feeder wire terminations in junction boxes and switch boards.

Work Environment

The work environment may be inside or outside with possible exposure to extreme hot or cold temperatures, weather elements, restricted or confined spaces, and slippery or uneven surfaces. The role may involve ladders, scaffolds, aerial lifts, catwalks, and other exposures typical of heavy construction, as well as an office setting using standard equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and filing cabinets.

Physical Demands

The employee must be able to traverse and inspect all areas of the jobsite in all types of weather, including walking, climbing, reaching, bending, crawling, standing, or stretching. Regular lifting or moving of up to 10 pounds and occasional lifting or moving of up to 50 pounds is required. The position involves frequent standing, walking, and the ability to sit for extended periods to work at a computer. Travel may be required. The employee must possess good vision (including close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception) and good hearing, be able to wear personal protective equipment (hard hat, safety glasses, safety vest), work 40 hours per week with overtime, night shifts, and on‑call availability, and interact professionally with customers and their representatives.