The Role
Oversee heavy commercial electrical projects, manage labor, read blueprints, ensure safety compliance, and lead a team of electricians.
Summary Generated by Built In
Wachter's greatest asset is the people who work here. Join the Wachter family and chart your career path! We are currently seeking a Traveling Lead Foreman to oversee and execute heavy commercial electrical projects across various industrial sites. While the job environments are industrial, the scopes of work typically involve straightforward but time-sensitive tasks. This role is ideal for a motivated leader who thrives under pressure, works well with a team, and takes initiative to solve problems and drive results.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead a minimum crew of 4 (typically 2 licensed electricians and 2 apprentices) on each job site
- Manage project timelines, labor, and site coordination under strict deadlines
- Read and interpret blueprints, one-lines, and electrical schematics
- Execute and oversee a range of electrical work including:
- Conduit and wiring installations
- Generator and UPS system installations
- Low- and medium-voltage systems
- Maintain daily communication with project managers and office staff
- Ensure strict compliance with safety standards and project specifications
- Provide clear and professional verbal and written communication
Ideal Candidate
- Proven experience leading larger-scale commercial or industrial electrical projects
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make quick decisions in the field
- Desire and ability to work up to 60 hours per week
- Willingness to travel extensively; travel is a key requirement for this role
- Ability to work independently and lead a team with minimal supervision
- High level of accountability, reliability, and professionalism
Qualifications
- Journeyman Electrician License is a MUST
- 5+ years of field experience in electrical construction
- Prior leadership or foreman experience is strongly preferred
- Strong working knowledge of electrical codes, installation practices, and jobsite safety
- Proficiency with blueprint and schematic reading
- Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
About:
Wachter is a family-owned company since 1930 and we see each employee as a critical piece of the Wachter Family. With over 900 licenses across the country, Wachter serves commercial and industrial clients with the right technologies needed to keep them successful.
We design, install, and maintain the technologies that keep businesses operating efficiently. Our team of dedicated electricians, engineers, and technicians provides electrical, data, security, communications, and automation services to clients in numerous industries.
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We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
Top Skills
Blueprint Reading
Electrical Codes
Installation Practices
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The Company
What We Do
Wachter is on the cutting-edge of technology and infrastructure installation and has been since 1930. Wachter is a Cisco Gold Certified Partner. We’re committed to the exceptional service and forward thinking that lets us provide leading technologies to meet diverse client needs.
