Electrical Foreman

Reliable Automatic Sprinkler Co., Inc.

Foreman leading a team on electrical construction projects for Reliable Electric in the Dayton/Cincinnati area. Responsible for coordinating labor, materials, and job site safety.

Posted 6/24/2026full-timeDayton • Ohio • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Responsible for leading a team on a wide range of project types and locations
Assess the project status at any given juncture as it relates to labor and materials
Daily morning huddles prior to job commencing to ensure entire team understands objectives and priorities for the day
Provide long term material projections so that the purchases orders are minimal, and materials are available days before needed
Ensure proper tools and resources are on-site within appropriate timeline
Ensure resources (bobcats, trenchers, benders, etc.) do not linger on-site and are returned in timely manner
Ensure employees are appropriately handling and caring for resources and has an effective system for coordinating and monitoring the same
Timely follow up on conversations you’ve had with GCs with your PM as applicable
Timely communication of change orders to your PM for processing
Ensure accurate use of BusyBusy for clocking in and out, with an eye to appropriate reflection of time actually worked
Identify opportunities for improvement, solve problems in the face of frustration or confusion and empower others to do the same
Ensure team is equipped to deliver projects on time and on budget
Carefully review project schedules in collaboration with the Project Manager
Ensure that Daily Log Forms, weekly toolbox talks, as well as daily site safety check lists are completed
Provide servant leadership and coaching to all field staff and teammates
Develop skills and capabilities of team, with a particular focus on lead journeyman and top talent apprentices
Consistently demonstrate and drive behavior fully in line with Reliable Core Values (Integrity, Servant Leadership, Trust, Passion for Winning, Balance)
Develop and maintains strong, collaborative relationships with GCs and their management team as well as other subcontractors
Move to a “we” versus an “us/them” mindset
Be proactive in “delighting” our partners so they want to continue to do work with Reliable and with that FM specifically
Demonstrate the ability to work through complex manpower needs, and work with PM on needs/concerns
Effectively devise strategies for material storage and dispersion on job sites. This includes a high level of organization so that team knows where to go for material, enabling productivity
Maintain a strong partnership with purchasing and warehouse that enables smooth material handling
Lead safety efforts for the job site/hold team accountable
Other duties as assigned by management

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma or GED
Electrical schooling preferred
5+ years of being an electrical foreman preferably in a commercial setting
10+ years being in the electrical trade with a focus in commercial
Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and other O365 Suite applications
Excellent communication (verbal and written) skills to work efficiently with contractors, and other professionals that are involved in construction projects
Strong attention to detail
Strong organization and time management skills
Strong sense of Servant Leadership
Valid drivers license with clean record
Complex understanding of electrical industry parts and materials
Ability to act in safe manner and follow safety guidelines including documenting when unsafe conditions exist
Able to work in a fast-paced environment.
Applicants must be able to pass pre-employment drug screening and background check

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health Insurance (the company picks up some of the premium)
Dental
Vision
401K with match
Sign on bonus
Tool & boot allowance
Company car
Paid holidays/vacations
EAP
Volunteer Opportunities
Tuition reimbursement
Performance bonuses
Multiple employee/family events
Weekly pay

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Hard Skills & Tools

electrical foremanelectrical tradematerial projectionsproject schedulingsafety guidelinestime managementattention to detailmaterial storage strategiesclocking systemsservant leadership

Soft Skills

communication skillsorganizational skillsproblem-solvingteam leadershipcollaborationrelationship buildingproactive mindsetcoachingempowermentadaptability

Certifications

High School DiplomaGEDvalid driver's license