Electrical Foreman

Electrical Foreman Chicago, IL Job Details $30 - $35 an hour 11 hours ago Benefits Travel reimbursement AD&D insurance Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance 401(k) matching Qualifications Electrical generators OSHA Electrical License Cable termination OSHA 10 Industrial equipment troubleshooting OSHA 30 Electrical systems installation Programmable logic controllers Boom lift Journeyman Electrician Blueprint reading Single-line diagram Manufacturing Senior level Crew management Project leadership Scissor lift Communication skills Full Job Description Wachter is seeking a motivated, solution-oriented Lead Journeyman Electrician for heavy commercial and industrial projects. You will act as the Foreman on-site, leading a team (typically 2 Licensed Electricians and 2 Apprentices) to deliver high-quality installations under tight deadlines. This is a long-term opportunity for a pro who can lead a crew while staying hands-on with complex electrical systems.

What You'll Do:

Lead "heavy commercial" projects on industrial sites, managing teams of 4+ Electricians/Apprentices. Perform diverse electrical tasks, from small pipe/wire to large-scale Generator and UPS installs . Read and interpret blueprints, one-lines, and schematics. Run/bend conduit and pull/terminate wire in varied environments. Operate scissor, boom, and bucket lifts as needed. Troubleshoot industrial controls, automation and PLCs.

What We Are Looking For:

Licensing:

Valid Journeyman Electrician License is required.

Experience:

Strong background in Industrial/Manufacturing systems (24v DC to 480v)

Leadership:

Proven ability to run larger projects and hit "time crunch" deadlines

Safety:

OSHA 10 or 30 certification is a major plus

Skills :

Strong written and verbal communication; ability to work independently or as a team.

Flexibility:

Must be willing to work up to 60 hours per week and travel nationwide.

Benefits Package:

Company Paid! Medical, Dental, Prescription & Vision Benefits Life, AD&D and LTD insurance Paid Vacation and Holidays Company- Matched 401(k) and IRA Retirement Savings Per-Diem paid when overnight travel is required Drive time and milage paid for use of a personal vehicle when travel is required Company vehicle could be provided

About:

Wachter is a family-owned company since 1930 and we see each employee as a critical piece of the Wachter Family. With over 900 licenses across the country, Wachter serves commercial and industrial clients with the right technologies needed to keep them successful. We design, install, and maintain the technologies that keep businesses operating efficiently. Our team of dedicated electricians, engineers, and technicians provides electrical, data, security, communications, and automation services to clients in numerous industries. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn. We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.