Foreman responsibilities:

• Monitor, direct, and supervise the work of electricians in the installation and repair of electrical systems, on more than one project at a time.
• Inspect and approve all electrical installations to ensure they meet safety and performance standards.
• Conduct safety meetings and ensure all safety protocols are adhered to.
• Communicate with project managers, engineers, and others to ensure project specifications and expectations are met.
• Train and mentor junior electricians, providing guidance and advice on electrical installation practices.
• Provide status and progress reports to management.
• Maintain accurate records of work performed, materials used, and associated work order/T&M information.
• Ensure change orders are captured on the job.
• Ensure proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies.

Foreman responsibilities

• Manage electrical projects, assessing the project requirements, material, timelines, and goals. 

• Work with the electrical team and general contractor to meet deadlines, assign workload based on level of experience. 

• Organize and prioritize tasks and to ensure required resources are available. 

• Communicate progress of projects with the team and management. 

• Ensure all workers receive the proper training, support job training for apprentices, and facilitate mentoring. 

• Know, understand, and participate in safety/incident investigations.  

• Review safety/incident investigations and provide crews with adequate supervision to accomplish tasks in a safe effective manner. 

• Plan, assemble, install, repair, test and maintain electrical fixtures and systems that provide heat, light, power or control at commercial sites. 

• Read blueprints or technical diagrams. 

• Installation and maintenance of wiring systems. 

• Installing electrical apparatus, equipment, and fixtures. 

• Enforce and maintain clean site facilities and equipment and comply with all safety standards. 

• Complying strictly with Canadian Electrical Code and local building regulations. 

• Other duties as assigned by The Company. 

 Wage to be determined based on experience.

Lakeview Electric is about powering what matters, and that’s our team; we believe that having different skillsets helps further everyone’s growth in the trade. If you have experience in either multi unit residential or commercial environments, we want to hear from you.

Commercial/Industrial Experience that we would like you to bring to the table:

·        Work on electrical projects, assessing the project requirements, materials, timelines, and goals. 

·        Work with the foreman to meet deadlines.

·        Complying strictly with Canadian Electrical Code and local building regulations. 

·        Organize and prioritize tasks and to ensure required resources are available. 

·        Communicate progress of projects with the team and management. 

·        Know, understand, and participate in safety/incident investigations.

·        Plan, assemble, install, repair, test and maintain electrical fixtures and systems that provide heat, light, power or control at commercial sites. 

·        Experience with distribution and transformers.

·        Effectively interpret blueprints and schematics is essential to ensure safety and completeness within the project. 

·        Inspect systems and components to identify hazards or defects to ensure compliance with project specifications.  

·        Enforce and maintain clean site facilities and equipment and comply with all safety standards. 

·        Fire alarm experience is a must. 

·        Perform other related duties as required. 

Working Conditions:

·        Outdoor field work occurs in adverse weather conditions and has a normal hazard associated with construction sites.

·        Ability to safely handle tools and materials such as ladders, solar panels, panel boards, and other similar electrical equipment and supplies.

·        This position requires performing repetitious duties, including lifting, bending, and standing for long periods.

Safety Certifications that we look for, however if you do not have them all we would schedule an in-house training session; it is not a deal breaker:

·        WHMIS

·        First Aid

·        Fall Protection

·        Lift Training

·        Confined Spaces is considered an asset.

Our company philosophy is to never compromise safety while providing the highest quality of work and minimizing cost and construction duration. Lakeview is looking for motivated individuals who want to be a part of a growing team that completes large commercial projects from start to finish.

Lakeview is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer as we believe in Powering What Matters, and that is our team. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Our inclusive culture empowers all of us to connect, belong, and grow. If you require accommodation during the application process, please reach out directly to sarah@lvelectric.ca.

Wage to be determined based on experience.

If you were interested in knowing what is in it for you, besides an awesome team, please review our benefits page below. While your there take a look at some of the fun projects you could be making your mark on: Your benefits

Commercial/Industrial Experience that we would like you to bring to the table:

• Experience with bending and installing EMT conduit.
• Able to read and interpret blueprints, drawings and schematics.
• Assist with distribution installation/transformer wiring.
• Troubleshoot electrical issues and identify faults in wiring, circuits, and equipment.
• Assist in the installation of commercial electrical systems (lighting, power, fire alarm, etc.)
• Experience with previous Solar work is considered an asset.
• Able to provide own material lists, and/or receive delivery of material.
• Take guidance and instructions from Foreman/Lead-hands or journeypersons on site.
• Test electrical systems and equipment to ensure proper functioning and safety.
• Ensure all work complies with provincial and national electrical codes, safety standards, and environmental regulations.

Working Conditions:

• Outdoor field work occurs in adverse weather conditions and has a normal hazard associated with construction sites.
• This position requires climbing, working at heights, and/or working within confined spaces.
• This position requires the ability to safely handle tools and materials such as ladders, solar panels, panel boards, and other similar electrical equipment and supplies.
• This position requires performing repetitious duties, including lifting, bending, and standing for long periods.

Safety Certifications that we look for, however if you do not have them all we would schedule an in-house training session; it is not a deal breaker:

·         WHMIS

·         First Aid

·         Fall Protection

·         Lift Training

·         Confined Spaces is considered an asset.

It is possible that you may undergo Government of Canada Security Screening to obtain a Security Clearance for certain projects, based on need.

Our company philosophy is to never compromise safety while providing the highest quality of work and minimizing cost and construction duration. Lakeview is looking for motivated individuals who want to be a part of a growing team that completes large commercial projects from start to finish.

Lakeview is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer as we believe in Powering What Matters, and that is our team. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Our inclusive culture empowers all of us to connect, belong, and grow. If you require accommodation during the application process, please reach out directly to arogers@lvelectric.ca.