Working Electrical Foreman

We are an established Los Angeles electrical contractor looking for an experienced Working Electrical Foreman to lead crews and manage projects in the field.

This is a hands-on, working foreman role. Expect to spend 70–80% of your time with your tools on alongside your crew, with the remainder spent on coordination, scheduling, and quality control.

Responsibilities:

Lead and manage electricians and apprentices in the field

Plan daily work and assign manpower
Read, mark up, and work from blueprints, specifications, and one-lines
Coordinate with project managers, GCs, inspectors, and other trades
Track materials and forecast needs to avoid shortages before they impact the schedule
Maintain quality, productivity, and jobsite safety
Troubleshoot field issues and make decisions without constant supervision
Write up RFIs, change orders, and daily reports
Keep projects moving on schedule
Perform electrical work alongside the crew as required

Requirements:

California General Electrician License (required)
5+ years of commercial electrical field experience
Proven experience leading a crew of 2–6 electricians for 2+ years
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
Must pass a background check
OSHA trained
Strong understanding of NEC and California electrical requirements
Ability to read and fluidly mark up electrical blueprints, plans, and specifications
Expert-level conduit bending
Strong troubleshooting skills — this is a core requirement of the role, not a bonus
Comfortable with iPads and digital blueprints; able to write RFIs, change orders, and daily reports
Strong communication with GCs, inspectors, superiors, and other trades
Accountability — owns mistakes and moves forward
Punctual, leads by example, sets the standard for the crew
Comfortable ordering materials and forecasting needs for upcoming days

Compensation:

$45–$55/hour depending on experience.
Overtime available.
Additional compensation and benefits discussed based on experience.

Immediate opening.

Please apply with your resume and a brief description of your electrical experience, project examples, size of crews managed, the more info the better. Looking for an immediate hire.