Special Projects Foreman

General Overview

A Special Projects Foreman is responsible for managing electrical installation and upgrades for special commercial electrical projects and performing emergency and non-emergency troubleshooting and repairs. This position drives a company van stocked with parts and will be on-call for 1 week at a time on a rotating basis (average every 8-12 weeks). They often work by themselves or with a small crew to complete fast-paced projects.

Application Window:
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. To apply, fill out the general application form at

Responsibilities

• Maintains compliance with all OSHA, Carlton Electric and other customer safety requirements and policies.
• Complete electrical installation, upgrades, maintenance and repair work with a focus on safety, quality, and a sense of urgency.
• Supervise, mentor and train apprentices when applicable.
• Perform planning and layout.
• Complete necessary project paperwork in a timely manner.
• Coordinates with GCs, owners, sub-contractors, vendors and other trades as necessary.
• Use and maintain various hand tools, site tools and safety equipment as needed on the job site.
• Uses knowledge of NEC, circuitry and electrical theory to communicate to contractors, owners, design teams, crew members, and other trades.
• Run service calls and troubleshoot electrical issues with wiring and equipment when needed.
• Plans for and coordinates material handling duties on the jobsite.
• Runs after hours service calls (if any are received) when on call for 1-week periods, every 8-12 weeks on average.
• Performs other related duties as required and assigned.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid Colorado JW license.
• Minimum 5 years of experience as a licensed JW (minimum 9 years overall experience in the trade).
• Must demonstrate professional customer service skills, both verbal and written.
• Must possess a valid drivers license and pass a motor vehicle record screening.
• Must be OSHA 30 certified or willing to acquire within 6 months.
• Must be able to pass a drug screen at any given point in time.
• Must be able to pass a background check.
• Must be self-motivated, teachable, punctual, respectful, able to follow directions and be an ideal team player.
• Must have own personal tools including hand tools and required power tools.

Physical Requirements

• Sitting, standing, kneeling, walking for prolonged periods of time.
• Be able to walk at speeds of up to 3 miles per hour.
• Lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling – up to 100 pounds.
• Ability to bend at waist, hips, and knees, maneuver on a ladder (3/4 legged and extension ladders) for a prolonged period.
• Possess the ability to talk, hear, and see well either naturally or with correction.
• Possess the ability to focus and concentrate on a task for long periods of time.
• Ability to maintain a calm and focused mental state, especially in high-pressure or emergency situations.
• Capacity to think clearly, rationally, and quickly when troubleshooting electrical systems or responding to unexpected issues.
• Capable of managing stress effectively, maintaining composure and focus throughout the workday.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

Working Conditions

• Sometimes hot, cold, wet, muddy, humid, windy and dry conditions depending on time of year.
• Must wear personal tools while working (tool harness, or belt).
• Ability to work from different heights such as on ladders and lifts.
• Potential to work in restricted areas such as manholes, utility tunnels, crawl spaces, trenches, attics, vaults, switch gear rooms and more.
• All employees must always wear Carlton Electric required PPE (gloves, glasses, hard hats, safety boots).
• Potential to work overtime and night shifts, sometimes on short notice.
• Potential to work after hours and on weekends when on call.

Compensation Package

Location:

Denver Greater Metro Area/Front Range (Fort Collins to Colorado Springs)

Start Date:

TBD

Status:
Full-Time, Non-Exempt

Schedule:

Normal working hours of Monday-Friday 7:00AM – 3:30PM. This position requires an on-call shift every 8-12 weeks which may require overtime, weekend, or holiday work.

Pay Rate: $35-$45/hour, depending on…