Foreman Industrial Electrician
Listed on 2026-10-13
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Electrician / Electrical Installation
Foreman Industrial Electrician
Job Description
This role leads industrial electrical construction projects from pre‑construction planning through to completion across multiple sites in the Central Valley. The Foreman Industrial Electrician oversees field activities, coordinates with teams of journeyman and apprentice electricians, and ensures that projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to high quality standards. Typical work includes industrial and agricultural facilities, motor control centers, and large‑scale conduit installations.
ResponsibilitiesOversee electrical construction projects from initial planning through final completion, ensuring work is performed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with applicable codes and standards.
Lead and coordinate teams of journeyman and apprentice electricians on large‑scale industrial projects, providing direction, support, and technical guidance.
Plan, install, and oversee the running of EMT, rigid, PVC, Ocal, stainless steel, and aluminum conduit systems for industrial and agricultural facilities.
Perform and supervise conduit bending using Chicago benders, hand benders, triple nickel, Fresno benders, and other appropriate tools to meet project specifications.
Coordinate and participate in pulling and terminating wire, ensuring proper routing, labeling, and connections according to drawings and basic circuitry principles.
Work on and supervise installations involving industrial 3‑phase motors, motor control centers (MCC), and motor control rooms, ensuring proper configuration and operation.
Review project requirements and adjust manpower, tools, and materials to meet changing priorities across multiple sites and assignments each week.
Maintain a consistent on‑time presence at the job site and model professional behavior, including a positive attitude and strong work ethic.
Adapt to working on 23 different jobs per week, moving between locations such as Fresno, Hanford, Coalinga, Tulare, Firebaugh, and Merced as project needs arise.
Collaborate closely with other foremen and journeyman electricians to solve field issues, interpret plans, and maintain project momentum.
Monitor workmanship and quality of installations, ensuring all conduit, wiring, and equipment are installed neatly, securely, and according to design.
Support long‑term project schedules, including short‑term assignments (such as 46 week projects) and subsequent transitions to new sites.
Promote a safe and respectful work environment, encouraging teamwork and clear communication among all crew members.
Experience as an ET, Apprentice Electrician, or Journeyman Electrician in industrial or agricultural settings.
Proficiency in bending EMT, rigid, Ocal, stainless steel, and aluminum conduit accurately to specification.
Ability to use conduit benders, including Chicago benders, hand benders, triple nickel, and Fresno benders, with confidence and precision.
Strong understanding of basic electrical circuitry and its application in industrial environments.
Hands‑on experience working with industrial 3‑phase motors, including installation and basic troubleshooting.
Experience working on motor control centers (MCC) and motor control rooms in industrial facilities.
Reliability in arriving to work on time and maintaining consistent attendance.
Positive attitude and professional demeanor when working with crews and project stakeholders.
Flexibility to handle multiple projects and assignments, including working on 23 different jobs per week.
Willingness and ability to travel between various project sites as needed.
The work takes place on large‑scale industrial and agricultural electrical projects, where you lead or work closely with teams of…
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