The Electrician Foreman provides leadership and technical expertise for a three- to six-person installation crew. This role oversees day-to-day field operations, promotes safe work practices, maintains quality standards, supports customer service, and helps ensure residential and small commercial projects are completed successfully and efficiently.
Key Responsibilities
Lead, organize, and train installation crew members to support safe and efficient job completion.
Manage daily construction workflows, including task coordination, site readiness, and project progress.
Maintain accurate project documentation and communicate updates as needed.
Promote a positive team environment and collaborate effectively with branch and field personnel.
Identify and help resolve crew or jobsite issues, recommending practical solutions when needed.
Maintain professional customer communication throughout the installation process.
Provide clear feedback and status updates to management.
Perform service calls or corrective work when required.
Serve as acting supervisor or manager when leadership coverage is needed.
Required Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Minimum of two years of construction experience, including at least one year of solar installation experience.
Experience performing electrical work with wires up to 600 VDC and 480 VAC.
Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
State electrical certification or license preferred.
Ability to perform installer and lead installer responsibilities as needed.
Knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC) and applicable industry codes and standards.
Understanding applicable OSHA safety standards.
Current CPR and first aid certifications are preferred.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word.
Strong mechanical aptitude and construction-related skills.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and team leadership skills.
Ability to travel up to 5% as required.
Physical Requirements
Ability to transport materials and equipment to complete assigned job tasks (up to 50 pounds frequently and up to 100 pounds with assistance)
Ability to work on rooftops with various angles and surfaces which require frequent bending, twisting, squatting, climbing, kneeling, crawling, turning, standing, and balance.
Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
Ability to distinguish colors such as red, black, yellow, white, green
Schedule & Compensation
Monday – Friday
$64,480.00 - $110,240.00 annually, based on experience
Job Type & Application Period
Full-Time | Direct Hire position
This position will remain open until filled
Benefits
Benefit details have not been provided at this time. Eligible benefits will be discussed directly with the employer during the hiring process
Employer Information This position is being recruited by NCW on behalf of a client company. All hiring decisions will be made by the employer. NCW partners with organizations nationwide to connect top talent with opportunities across construction, manufacturing, warehousing & distribution, and engineering industries.
Equal Opportunity Employer We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to protected status in accordance with applicable laws.
Numbers & Facts
Location
Des Plaines, IL
Salary
$64,480–$110,240 Per Year
Skills
CPR Certificationunmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Constructionunmatched
Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
Develop and Maintain Customersunmatched
Distribution Warehousingunmatched
Documentationunmatched
Driver's Licenseunmatched
Electricityunmatched
First Aidunmatched
Industry Standardsunmatched
Interpersonal Skillsunmatched
Leadershipunmatched
Manufacturingunmatched
Material Movingunmatched
Microsoft Excelunmatched
Microsoft Wordunmatched
National Electrical Codeunmatched
OSHAunmatched
Physical Demandsunmatched
Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
Quality Managementunmatched
Quality Metricsunmatched
Safety Standardsunmatched
Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
Solar Installationunmatched
Team Lead/Managerunmatched
Team Playerunmatched
Willing to Travelunmatched
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