Lead Foreman
Listed on 2026-01-12
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Construction Manager/ Foreman, Installation Technician
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Base pay range$35.00/hr - $45.00/hr
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
- 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
- Journeyman Electrician License preferred
- 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
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.
Pay based on experience
Long-term employment with advancement opportunities
Benefits package available for the right candidate (details available upon request)
Seniority level
- Seniority level
Not Applicable
- Employment type
Internship
- Job function
Management and Manufacturing - Industries
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