Electrical Foreman
- Burnaby, BC, Canada
$48 to $53 CAD / hour · Full-time
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Job details
- Pay
- $48 to $53 CAD / hour
- Job type
- Full-time
- Apply by
- Experience
- Minimum 5 years of experience as an Electrical Foreman in the Lower Mainland of British Columbia
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
About Us:
Western Integrated Electrical builds, installs, maintains, and commissions electrical systems throughout locations across the lower mainland. We complete a variety of electrical installations which can be located at YVR, hospitals, industrial facilities, commercial buildings and in many local municipal facilities. We partner with our clients across the lower mainland to solve their most pressing challenges including design build projects and custom solutions. Distribution and lighting upgrades. Conveyor and machine installations.
We are looking for an experienced Electrical Chargehand to join our team of professionals.
Location: Lower Mainland, British Columbia, Canada
Summary
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Electrical Foreman to join our growing team. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading and supervising electrical crews on a variety of commercial, residential, and institutional construction projects throughout the Lower Mainland of British Columbia.
What you will be doing:
- Lead and supervise electrical crews, ensuring efficient and safe work practices.
- Assign tasks, monitor progress, and provide on-the-job training and guidance to crew members.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable electrical codes, safety regulations (e.g., Canadian Electrical Code, WorkSafeBC), and company policies.
- Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and drawings to understand project requirements.
- Assist in project planning, scheduling, and budgeting.
- Order and manage materials and equipment.
- Conduct quality control inspections to ensure work meets project specifications and industry standards.
- Maintain accurate records and documentation, including daily reports, time sheets, and material requisitions.
- Investigate and address safety concerns promptly, ensuring a safe work environment for all crew members.
- Communicate effectively with clients, contractors, project managers, and other stakeholders.
- Troubleshoot and resolve electrical problems as they arise.
- Promote a positive and productive work environment.
What we will give you:
- $48.00 - $53.00 per hour, dependent on experience and qualifications
- Comprehensive total compensation package, including benefits, time off, and RRSP matching
- Annual safety allowance for work boots, clothing, or hearing protection
- Education and training funding
- Top safety program
- Fun company events
What we need from you:
- Red Seal Electrician Certification (mandatory)
- Minimum 5 years of experience as an Electrical Foreman in the Lower Mainland of British Columbia
- Proven experience in leading and supervising electrical crews on a variety of projects, including:
- Commercial: Office buildings, retail stores, restaurants, hotels
- Residential: New construction, renovations, custom homes
- Institutional: Schools, hospitals, government buildings
- Strong understanding of electrical codes, safety regulations, and best practices
- Proficient in reading and interpreting blueprints, schematics, and drawings
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Western Integrated is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, or other legally protected status.
More about this job
Responsibilities
The Electrical Foreman at Western Integrated will lead electrical crews on job sites, assign tasks, check the work and train crew members. The role also covers safety compliance, reading drawings, ordering materials and keeping project records.
Requirements
Candidates need a Red Seal Electrician certification and at least 5 years of experience as an Electrical Foreman in the Lower Mainland. Strong knowledge of electrical codes, safety rules and blueprints, plus good communication and problem-solving skills, are also required.
Skills
- Crew supervision
- Electrical code compliance
- Canadian Electrical Code
- WorkSafeBC regulations
- Blueprint reading
- Schematic interpretation
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Project planning
- Project scheduling
- Budgeting
- Materials ordering
- Quality control inspection
- Record keeping
- Safety management
- On-the-job training
- Client communication
- Problem solving
- Decision making
- Commercial electrical installation
- Residential electrical installation
- Institutional electrical installation
- Distribution and lighting upgrades
- Conveyor and machine installation
- Commissioning
Benefits
- Time off
- RRSP matching
- Annual safety allowance
- Education and training funding
- Safety program
- Company events
Categories
- Construction
- Trades
- Energy
- Transportation
- Manufacturing
Keywords
- Electrical Foreman
- Electrical Chargehand
- Red Seal
- Canadian Electrical Code
- WorkSafeBC
- blueprints
- schematics
- crew supervision
- electrical construction
- commercial electrical
- residential electrical
- institutional electrical
- project scheduling
- budgeting
- quality control
- commissioning
- industrial electrical
- lighting
- conveyor installation
- construction supervision
Seniority
Senior
Perks
- Generous paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Paid training
- Remote work allowance
Licences and certifications
- Red Seal Electrician
Tools
- blueprints
- schematics
Languages
- English