Electrical Construction Field Supervisor

Picture your morning: you arrive at the site, review the drawings, and map out the day’s plan. You brief a crew of journeymen and helpers, assign tools and materials, and set milestones. As the day unfolds, you oversee installations, solve problems on energized and de‑energized systems (with management approval where required), and keep the project moving safely and efficiently. That’s a typical day in this role.

• Lead, direct, and work alongside journeymen and helpers to deliver quality electrical installations, alterations, additions, and repairs.
• Translate plans and specifications into clear work steps; plan labor, materials, and major tools for efficient execution.
• Install systems effectively and to code; demonstrate mastery of electrical equipment and major tools.
• Troubleshoot a full range of electrical systems and resolve field issues quickly.
• Track progress and productivity; monitor the crew’s output and adjust plans as needed.
• Code and submit accurate time sheets.
• Assist with employee evaluations and help train team members.
• Exhibit and apply skills aligned with lower E‑Rating Job Titles (E‑6, E‑5, E‑4, E‑3, E‑2, E‑1).

• Valid Driver’s License and personal transportation (many sites are not served by public transit).
• Current Electrical Journeyman or Master license.
• High school diploma, G.E.D., or equivalent training.
• 6+ years of prior electrical experience.

• All‑weather, all‑season work depending on location: heat, cold, rain, and snow.
• Use of construction site sanitary facilities (Porta‑Johns).
• Bring and carry your personal tool set at all times (typical waist tool belt ~30 lbs.).
• Work from all ladder types (step ladders up to 14', “A” frames, and all extension ladders) and independently carry/relocate a 12' step ladder.
• Observe ladder weight ratings:
  Class 1 – 250 lbs.;
  Class 1A – 300 lbs. (combined body weight and tools).
• Perform tasks at heights up to 90' using ladders, scaffolds, aerial lifts, catwalks, or other approved platforms.
• Operate in tight or confined spaces (switch gear rooms, manholes, utility tunnels, crawl spaces, attics).
• Wear required PPE (hard hat and safety glasses at all times) and a respirator when required.
• Expect repetitive use of arms, hands, and fingers.
• Typical schedule:
  
  8 hours/day, 40 hours/week, with overtime and night shifts as needed.
• Working conditions include all elements inside and outside.

• Accurate wire color identification.
• Read and interpret drawings, prints, and schematics.
• Conduit bending by hand using hand benders.
• Proficient with power tools: saws, threaders, wire tuggers, hydraulic benders, knockout punches.
• Excavate trenches with hand tools or power equipment.
• Safely operate equipment such as trenchers, backhoes, and lift trucks.
• Apply safe work practices per Company Safety Policy Handbook, Haz‑Com, and Lockout/Tagout.
• Use two‑handed tools/equipment: cable cutters, hammer drills, compression tools, jackhammers.
• Drive company trucks with manual and automatic transmissions.
• Read and follow maps, manuals, specifications, work site directions, blueprints, and written instructions.
• Operate and work from mechanical personnel lifts (electric or gas powered).
• Work on energized circuits and equipment with company management approval as outlined in Safety Policy.
• Supervise assigned jobsite employees to complete the project.

• Frequent bending, stooping, squatting, crawling, climbing, kneeling, balancing, pushing, pulling, and overhead reaching.
• Lift at least 51 pounds.
• Remain on your feet and in motion throughout the day.
• Climb all ladder types.
• Perform full‑day overhead work when required.
• Move from parking or street into the construction area and access all building levels, including via OSHA‑approved ladders or in‑progress stairs acceptable for use.
• Good vision (normal or corrected).
• Secure tools and materials from storage to complete assigned tasks.

• Electrical Schematics
• Electrical Troubleshooting Skills
• 120/208/240/480 Voltage Systems
• Electrical Systems Diagnostics & Repair
• Electrical Installation
• Electrical Troubleshooting
• Electrical Repair
• Electrical / Electronic Systems
• Blueprint Reading