Job Description

Electrical Foreman – Commercial Construction San Francisco Bay Area & Modesto across Northern California

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Powerstaff is partnering with a highly respected commercial electrical contractor to recruit an experienced Electrical Foreman for permanent opportunities across the San Francisco Bay Area, Greater Bay Area, Central Valley, and Sacramento Region.

Our client delivers high-quality electrical construction across a diverse portfolio of Commercial, Industrial, Multi-Family, Healthcare, Education, Mission Critical, and Data Center projects. With a reputation built on quality workmanship, safety, and long-term client relationships, they offer stable employment, excellent career progression, and the opportunity to work on some of Northern California's most exciting projects. If you're an experienced electrical leader who enjoys running projects, developing crews, and delivering quality installations, we'd love to hear from you.

The Opportunity
As an Electrical Foreman, you'll take responsibility for leading commercial electrical crews on site, ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, on schedule, and to the highest quality standards.
Working closely with Project Managers, Project Engineers, General Contractors, Inspectors, and other trades, you'll coordinate day-to-day site activities while maintaining productivity, safety, and workmanship across every phase of construction.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on leader who enjoys mentoring teams while remaining actively involved in project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Lead, supervise, and mentor electricians and apprentices on commercial construction projects.
Plan daily work activities and allocate tasks to maximize productivity.
Read and interpret electrical drawings, blueprints, schematics, and specifications.
Prepare site layouts for conduit, wiring systems, switchgear, panel locations, and equipment installations.
Coordinate daily activities with Project Managers, Project Engineers, General Contractors, and other trades.
Monitor project schedules to ensure work is completed safely and on time.
Ensure all installations comply with the National Electrical Code (NEC), local regulations, and company quality standards.
Track labor productivity, material usage, equipment, and job progress.
Complete daily reports, timecards, and material requisitions.
Conduct toolbox talks and enforce all site safety policies and procedures.
Troubleshoot installation challenges and provide technical guidance to field crews.
Install and oversee commercial electrical systems including conduit, wiring, panels, switchgear, and associated equipment.
Operate and supervise the safe use of hydraulic benders, cable pullers, threaders, lifts, and other specialized equipment.
Secure equipment and maintain clean, organized worksites throughout each project.

About You
You're an experienced commercial electrician with proven leadership ability and a passion for delivering quality work safely and efficiently.
You'll ideally bring:

Minimum 3 years' commercial electrical construction experience.
Previous experience as a Foreman, Lead Electrician, Superintendent or similar supervisory role.
Journeyman Electrician license preferred (Master Electrician highly regarded).
Strong understanding of commercial electrical systems and installation methods.
Thorough knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC) and industry safety standards.
Experience coordinating crews, scheduling work, and managing productivity.
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and electrical plans.
Experience with material ordering, scheduling, and project coordination.
Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
Valid driver's licence and reliable transportation.
Ability to pass pre-employment drug and alcohol screening.

Highly Regarded

OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 Certification.
Experience on healthcare, education, industrial, multi-family, mission critical, or data center projects.
Experience with project documentation, scheduling, and productivity reporting.
Experience working with lifts, cable pulling equipment, hydraulic benders, and large commercial installations.

What's On Offer

$55.00 - $73.68 per hour, depending on experience.
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
401(k) retirement plan with employer matching.
Paid time off.
Tuition reimbursement.
Employee referral program.
Permanent full-time employment.
Long-term pipeline of commercial electrical projects throughout Northern California.
Genuine career progression into General Foreman, Superintendent, and Operations leadership positions.
Join a contractor known for quality workmanship, safety, and investing in its people.

Physical Requirements
This is a hands-on leadership role requiring active participation on site.
You'll be expected to:

Work from ladders, lifts, scaffolding, and elevated work platforms.
Lift and carry materials exceeding 50 lbs.
Bend, kneel, crawl, climb, and work in confined or elevated spaces.
Work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
Travel to project sites throughout Northern California (typically within approximately 100 miles of the Bay Area).
Work overtime or occasional night shifts when required to meet project schedules.

Location
This is a site-based position supporting projects throughout the San Francisco Bay Area, Greater Bay Area, Central Valley, and Sacramento Region.
Candidates currently living in Northern California or those committed to relocating are encouraged to apply.

Next Steps
If you're an experienced Electrical Foreman looking to lead high-performing crews, work on major commercial construction projects, and build a long-term career with a respected electrical contractor, we'd love to hear from you.

Click Apply Now or email careers@powerstaff.com.au for a confidential discussion.

All applications and enquiries will be treated with the strictest confidence.

Why Powerstaff?
Powerstaff specializes in recruiting professionals across the commercial construction industry internationally. We partner with leading specialty and commercial contractors throughout Australia and the United States, connecting exceptional construction professionals with outstanding career opportunities.
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