Electrical Service Foreman

Job Overview


* Company: Barden Electric Inc.


* Salary/Pay Rate: $35-$44 per hour, based on experience (Weekly pay cycle)


* Location: Torrance, CA (with service travel throughout Los Angeles & Northern Orange County)


* Job/Employment Type: Full-Time, Monday – Friday (with flexibility for early-morning field operations)


* Project Scope: Commercial and Industrial Electrical Service, Advanced Controls, Healthcare, and Education


* Mandatory Requirements: Valid California Driver’s License with a clean record

 

The Opportunity

Are you the electrician other guys call when they can’t figure out a problem?

At Barden Electric Inc., we aren’t just looking for someone to run conduit all day; we need a Master Troubleshooter and Field Leader who can interact with Customers.

 

As our Service Foreman, you will be the go-to technical investigator, diagnosing complex electrical mysteries, tracing faults, assessing motor control and engineering real-time resolutions on the fly.

This role gives you the autonomy to solve critical technical challenges while mentoring the next generation of diagnostic specialists, all backed by an established, growth-focused company.

 

How You Will Make an Impact


* Investigate & Diagnose: Lead the hands-on troubleshooting and systematic investigation of complex commercial electrical failures, control systems, and power quality issues.


* Effective Documentation: clearly communicate findings by completing T&M/Service Tickets with detailed accurate information that is easily interpreted by others.


* Resolve & Execute: Identify root causes and implement efficient, code-compliant (NEC/CEC) resolutions for diverse service requests and T&M projects.


* Lead & Mentor: Supervise field crews, instilling a methodical, analytical approach to troubleshooting and safety in junior team members.


* Effective Field Operations: Respond to daily service dispatch, maintain strict project timelines, and ensure accurate field documentation of T&M tickets.


* Client Relations: Act as the primary technical expert on-site, clearly communicating findings and resolution paths to clients and management.

 

Required Qualifications & Experience


* The Diagnostic Mindset: Deep, demonstrable knowledge of electrical infrastructure troubleshooting, circuit investigation, and fault-finding.


* Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience as an Electrical Service Foreman, specifically within commercial, industrial, and residential environments.


* Leadership: Proven ability to lead service crews when needed and independently resolve high-stakes technical problems with minimal oversight.


* Technical Literacy: Proficiency in reading and interpreting complex control schematics, detailed project drawings, and technical specifications.


* Physical & Logistics: Ability to lift/move materials up to 50 lbs.

and a valid CA driver's license with a clean driving record.

 

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