Foreman Electrician

General Foreman
Wolfville, NS

Foreman responsibilities:

• Monitor, direct, and supervise the work of electricians in the installation and repair of electrical systems, on more than one project at a time.
• Inspect and approve all electrical installations to ensure they meet safety and performance standards.
• Conduct safety meetings and ensure all safety protocols are adhered to.
• Communicate with project managers, engineers, and others to ensure project specifications and expectations are met.
• Train and mentor junior electricians, providing guidance and advice on electrical installation practices.
• Provide status and progress reports to management.
• Maintain accurate records of work performed, materials used, and associated work order/T&M information.
• Ensure change orders are captured on the job.
• Ensure proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies.

Foreman responsibilities

• Manage electrical projects, assessing the project requirements, material, timelines, and goals. 

• Work with the electrical team and general contractor to meet deadlines, assign workload based on level of experience. 

• Organize and prioritize tasks and to ensure required resources are available. 

• Communicate progress of projects with the team and management. 

• Ensure all workers receive the proper training, support job training for apprentices, and facilitate mentoring. 

• Know, understand, and participate in safety/incident investigations.  

• Review safety/incident investigations and provide crews with adequate supervision to accomplish tasks in a safe effective manner. 

• Plan, assemble, install, repair, test and maintain electrical fixtures and systems that provide heat, light, power or control at commercial sites. 

• Read blueprints or technical diagrams. 

• Installation and maintenance of wiring systems. 

• Installing electrical apparatus, equipment, and fixtures. 

• Enforce and maintain clean site facilities and equipment and comply with all safety standards. 

• Complying strictly with Canadian Electrical Code and local building regulations. 

• Other duties as assigned by The Company. 

 Wage to be determined based on experience.