Industrial Electrical Foreman

About DP Electric

DP Electric is a premier commercial electrical contractor with more than 30 years of experience delivering complex electrical projects across Arizona, Texas, and the Southwest. As a 100% employee-owned company, we serve a diverse range of markets including data centers, advanced manufacturing, healthcare, aviation, higher education, commercial, and industrial. 

At the heart of DP Electric’s success is its dedication to cultivating industry-leading talent. Through our in-house training program, DP University, we equip employees with advanced skills and expertise to meet the ever-changing demands of modern construction. By combining technical excellence with a client-first approach, we continue to set the standard for electrical contracting in the Southwest.

The Opportunity

As an Industrial Electrical Foreman at DP Electric, you lead a crew and work in it, building and maintaining industrial electrical systems across the state of Arizona while owning the people, schedule, safety, and quality on your work. You will plan the day, assign the tasks, read the 

What You'll Do

Lead the Crew

• Lead and work alongside electrical crews installing, maintaining, and repairing industrial systems and equipment.
• Plan and coordinate daily work activities, assign tasks, and give crews clear direction.
• Participate in the selection, training, and development of crew members.
• Enforce electrical codes, regulations, and safety guidelines, and promote a culture of safety.

Run the Electrical Work

• Install conduit, cable tray, and raceway, and pull and terminate power circuits, including in classified hazardous locations.
• Install and terminate motor control equipment, control panels, PLC and VFD cabinets, and junction boxes.
• Interpret electrical prints, ladder diagrams, and wiring schedules, guiding crews through accurate installation and troubleshooting.
• Monitor progress, quality, and performance, and address issues as they surface.

Support Instrumentation and Controls

• Support installation, mounting, and termination of field instrumentation including transmitters and flow, level, pressure, and temperature devices.
• Support instrument signal wiring, including shielded and twisted-pair cable, holding proper separation from power circuits.
• Support loop checks and point-to-point verification from field device through to control system input and output.
• Support commissioning, functional testing, and startup, and work punch items to resolution with the client and controls team.

Coordinate and Communicate

• Review project scope, specifications, and schedules with project management.
• Communicate with clients, other trades, superintendents, and stakeholders to coordinate work and resolve conflicts.
• Document daily logs, progress reports, and any changes to scope or field conditions.
• Manage inventory, tools, test equipment, and calibration gear so crews have what they need and it stays in service.

Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma or GED.
• Journeyman-level electrical knowledge and field experience. Arizona does not require an individual state electrician license for this role.
• Ten (10) years of experience as an industrial electrician, with demonstrated leadership experience.
• OSHA 30 certification.
• Valid driver's license, clean Motor Vehicle Record (MVR), and reliable transportation.

Preferred

• Experience installing, terminating, and loop checking industrial field instrumentation.
• Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, loop drawings, and instrument indexes alongside electrical prints.
• Experience with PLC, VFD, and control panel installation and termination.
• Experience supporting SCADA or DCS commissioning, startup, and instrument calibration.
• ISA Certified Control Systems Technician (CCST) certification.
• Experience leading crews in an industrial setting.
• Experience with electrical systems in water and wastewater treatment facilities.
• Experience working in classified hazardous locations.
• A journeyman or master electrician license from another state, or completion of an accredited or DOL-registered apprenticeship program.

We recognize that experience comes from many paths. An equivalent combination of education, certification, and experience that results in successful performance of the job is welcomed. Additional education may substitute for required experience on a one-for-one year basis, or vice versa.

Work Environment

This is a field-based role performed on active construction sites, both indoors and outdoors, with exposure to weather and jobsite conditions. The role involves lifting up to 50 pounds, climbing, crawling, working at heights, and working in confined spaces, and requires wearing personal protective equipment. Expect a fast-paced environment that calls for focus and sound judgment under pressure.

Why DP Electric

• Competitive pay and bonus target.
• Comprehensive health benefits: medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) with company match, eligible after one year of service.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). You are an owner of this company.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Access to DP University, our in-house training program built to grow careers.
• A people-first culture grounded in our core values: Dependable · Opportunity · Raise the Standard · Give Back · Positivity · Family Culture.