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Wachter's greatest asset is the people who work here. Join the Wachter family and chart your career path!

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Wachter's greatest asset is the people who work here. Join the Wachter family and chart your career path!

Are you a licensed electrician with a proven track record of leading field crews? We are seeking a dedicated, safety-conscious Electrical Project Foreman for a full-time, long-term career opportunity. This position requires 100% nationwide travel, working on the road across various commercial and industrial environments. If you are an experienced leader who takes pride in quality workmanship and project execution, we want you on our team. We offer long-term stability, competitive pay based on experience, and a comprehensive benefits package.

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 mileage paid for use of a personal vehicle when travel is required

Company vehicle could be provided

Crew Leadership: Lead small crews of 2–8 electricians, providing clear daily instruction, guidance, and training.

Project Execution: Install, layout, and troubleshoot various electrical systems, switchgear, conduits, cable trays, heat tracing, and freeze protection systems.

Testing & Diagnostics: Conduct functional tests on new systems, inspect electrical components to diagnose issues, and perform updates or repairs on legacy systems.

Technical Support: Assist with pre-installation planning by designing technical solutions; interpret blue prints, site maps, drawings, and one-lines.

System Installation: Set up and pull conductors, install grounding systems, perform CAD welding, and manage lighting circuits (120v–480v).

Communication: Provide clear, prompt daily updates to Project Managers, customers, and field team members.

Safety & Compliance: Adhere strictly to all corporate, customer, and OSHA safety regulations, ensuring systems meet all applicable local, state, and federal codes.

Licensing & Experience: Must be a Licensed Electrician with proven experience as a Lead or Foreman in commercial and/or industrial environments.

Technical Skills: Proficient with trade testing instruments (voltmeters, ammeters, meggers) and the operation of large tools (threading, hydraulic bending, and tugging equipment).

Safety Knowledge: Strong working knowledge of NFPA 70E standards and proper ARC flash PPE.

Certifications: Certified to operate boom and scissor lifts, with the ability to work comfortably at heights.

Tools & Transport: Must possess basic hand tools, personal PPE, and a reliable, insured vehicle.

Travel Flexibility: 100% comfortable working on the road full-time and operating unsupervised or with teams of 4–20 electricians.

Screening: Valid driver's license with a clean driving record (no DUI/DWI within the last 3 years); must pass a background check and drug screening.

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.

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.