Job Openings Traveling Electrical Foreman - Critical Power

About the job Traveling Electrical Foreman - Critical Power

Love the road and thrive in high-energy environments? This opportunity is built for experienced electricians with a controls background who are ready to lead crews on mission-critical commercial refrigeration and critical power projects across the country. If you're a hands-on leader who can manage a job site, troubleshoot controls systems, and keep projects moving under tight deadlines, this role puts you at the center of large-scale commercial refrigeration installations nationwide.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead crews of 4+ electricians and apprentices on active job sites, ensuring quality, safety, and on-time delivery
  • Oversee and perform hands-on work on commercial refrigeration controls panels and cooler/freezer systems in large retail environments
  • Troubleshoot industrial controls, automation systems, and PLCs
  • Read and interpret blueprints, one-lines, schematics, and controls diagrams
  • Execute and supervise electrical installations including controls panels and refrigeration systems, conduit and wiring systems (24v DC to 480v), generator and UPS system installations, and low- and medium-voltage systems
  • Run, bend, and install conduit; pull and terminate wire in varied environments
  • Operate scissor, boom, and bucket lifts as needed
  • Maintain clear daily communication with project managers and office staff
  • Enforce safety compliance and quality standards across all job sites

Required Qualifications

  • Valid Journeyman Electrician License (Required)
  • 5+ years of field experience in electrical construction or controls
  • Hands-on experience with controls panels and commercial refrigeration or cooler systems strongly preferred
  • Strong background in industrial/manufacturing electrical systems (24v DC to 480v)
  • Prior leadership or foreman experience — proven ability to run larger projects and hit deadline-driven timelines
  • OSHA 10 or 30 certification (major plus)
  • Proficiency in blueprint, schematic, and controls diagram reading
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Fully committed to nationwide travel; must be willing to work up to 60 hours per week
  • Valid driver's license with a clean driving record

Benefits & Per Diem

  • $40–$45 per hour based on experience
  • Medical, Dental, Prescription & Vision coverage — Company Paid
  • Life, AD&D, and LTD Insurance
  • Paid Vacation and Holidays
  • Company-Matched 401(k) and IRA Retirement Savings
  • Per diem paid when overnight travel is required
  • Drive time and mileage paid for personal vehicle use
  • Company vehicle may be provided