Industrial Electrical Foreman, Power Distribution & MCCs

A day in this role

You arrive on site and kick off with a focused safety briefing. You walk the work area, verify permits, and confirm PPE compliance before reviewing the day’s plan with Journeymen, Top Helpers, and Helpers. With drawings, specs, and schedules in hand, you assign tasks, stage materials, and coordinate with project management and other trades so conduit runs, MCC terminations, motor control wiring, and 480V power distribution progress smoothly.

As the day unfolds, you ensure every installation aligns with NEC, OSHA, and client requirements. You step in to troubleshoot an industrial control circuit, realign manpower to hit milestones, and communicate updates to client representatives. You keep tabs on productivity, manpower, and material usage, maintain organized documentation, and capture field notes for reporting. Before closeout, you mentor a junior team member through a conduit layout, verify housekeeping, and log any incidents, near misses, or safety concerns immediately.

Pay & Benefits

• $36 – $42 per hour (based on experience and leadership qualifications)
• Health Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO)

Normal Working Hours

• Monday through Thursday
• Typical 4x10 work schedule
• Overtime as required based on project demands
• Shutdowns, outages, and off-shift coordination may occasionally be required

What you’ll lead and deliver

• Supervise electrical crews (Journeymen, Top Helpers, Helpers) and set daily priorities
• Plan, assign, and coordinate work to meet schedule and quality goals
• Verify that all installations meet NEC, OSHA, and client specifications
• Read and interpret drawings, specifications, and schedules to guide field execution
• Lead installations for conduit systems, MCCs, motor controls, and industrial power distribution
• Support industrial shutdowns, tie-ins, startup, and commissioning activities
• Coordinate safely within active manufacturing and process environments
• Assist with troubleshooting industrial electrical systems and equipment
• Collaborate with project management, other trades, and client representatives
• Track productivity, manpower, and materials; maintain jobsite organization
• Conduct daily safety briefings and enforce safety policies
• Identify and resolve field issues and support troubleshooting efforts
• Maintain documentation and reporting; mentor and develop crew members
• Report incidents, near misses, and safety concerns immediately
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Journeyman Electrician license required
• 7+ years of industrial electrical experience required; manufacturing or process facility experience strongly preferred
• Previous leadership or foreman experience strongly preferred
• Strong command of electrical codes, standards, and best practices
• Hands-on experience with: MCCs, motor controls, 480V systems, industrial power distribution, conduit systems, industrial troubleshooting, shutdowns and maintenance environments
• Proven ability to lead crews, set priorities, and communicate effectively
• Strong organizational and documentation skills
• Valid driver’s license required
• Flexible schedule including overtime as required

Physical Requirements

• Climb, balance, lift up to 50 pounds, and work at heights
• Wear required PPE and work safely
• Work in industrial environments, including confined spaces
• Sustain physical activity throughout the workday
• Maintain situational awareness on active construction sites

Minimum Required Tools

• Journeyman-level hand tools for electrical work
• Basic supervisory tools for layout, planning, and documentation

Specialized tools, testing equipment, and power tools required for specific tasks will be provided by Renfrow Industrial and/or the client as applicable.

Safety Commitment

Safety is a core value at Renfrow Industrial. As a Foreman, you set the tone—model best practices, enforce policies, and stop work whenever unsafe conditions are present.

Career Development

Demonstrated performance and leadership can lead to advancement into senior supervisory, superintendent, or project management roles, based on capability and business needs.

Position Limitations

• Operate within assigned authority and project controls
• Accountable for crew safety, quality, and productivity
• Maintain all required licenses and certifications