Foreman Instrument Fitter I

Position Summary

Industrial Instrument Foreman will have knowledge on installing, repairing, and maintaining electrical wiring, conduit, equipment, and fixtures. They will work on underground cable and conduit installation, terminating, and equipment installation for all phases of instrumentation work.

 

Qualification Highlights

• Must have prior working experience with Zachry Industrial, Inc. 
• Must have 4+ years’ experience as an Industrial Journeyman Instrument Fitter
• Must have 2+ years in a supervisory role. 
• Must possess all Knowledge Skills and Abilities for positions (see below). 
• Must be able to meet all physical requirements. 
• Must be able to work at heights in excess of 300 ft. 
• Must have all required tools. 
• Must have reliable transportation. 

  Position Responsibilities 

• Read blueprints and specification to determine the scope of work: locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required. 
• Identify all tools required for tasks. 
• Identify safety risks and the precautions required to eliminate those risks. 
• Lead crew in daily safe operations. 
• Manage workloads, supplies, equipment, and reporting. 
• Cut, bend and run conduit as specified on blueprints. 
• Install, modify and fabricate cable tray as necessary according to specifications. 
• Pull the cable through specified pathways. 
• Assemble and install electrical equipment. 
• Terminate wires and cable to electrical equipment such as but not limited to breakers, control panels, and distribution systems. 
• Test electrical components for continuity and proper voltage readings according to specifications. 
• Inspect electrical equipment and components to identify hazards and to ensure the equipment is in good operational condition. 
• Setup and maintain temporary power systems. 
• Install and maintain grounding systems for all equipment and structures. 
• Hoist equipment and tools into a location via bull rigging or crane. 

Required Qualifications 

• Must have prior working experience with Zachry Industrial, Inc. 
• Must be able to read blueprints and schematics proficiently to perform duties. 
• Must be able to demonstrate former knowledge and experience working on high voltage systems. 
• Must have worked as an Industrial Electrician/Instrument Fitter for a minimum of 4 years, and as a supervisor for at least 2 years. 
• Must be able to manage and lead a crew of journeyman and helpers on daily and weekly operations. 
• Must be able to keep records and report on the follow but not limited to: time, cost codes, equipment, personnel records, and operational updates. 
• Must know basic electrical theory for example but not limited to ohms law. 
• Must be able to install and modify cable tray using hand tools and power tools. 
• Must be able to bend and cut conduit using hand saws, hand tube bending equipment as well as power and hydraulic cutting and tube bending devices. 
• Must be proficient in cable pulling methods use to run the cable through specified pathways. 
• Must be able to use specialized electrical tools such as but not limited to ohm meters, multi-meters, and terminating devices. 
• Must be able to terminate both High and low voltage equipment and cable/wiring. 
• Must have mechanical and electrical knowledge of components relative to an industrial facility. 
• Must be able to troubleshoot equipment and systems for electrical malfunctions. 
• Must be able to identify different types, gauges, and color of cables and wires. 
• Must be able to follow instructions correctly. 
• Must be reliable, accountable, and consistent in performing administrative processes. 
• Must be able to illustrate knowledge and experience of working with a lock out tag out system. 
• Must be willing and able to follow all instructed safety regulations. 
• Must be able to make it to work on time and work the designated schedule and any overtime as needed with the proper notification. 

  Preferred Additional Qualifications 

• Current Zachry or Zachry ROF’ed employee. 
• Licensed Journeyman Electrician. 
• National Center for Construction Education and Research’s (NCCER) certification for Industrial Journeyman Electrician. 
• Formal/technical education. 

Reporting to: 

 

This position will lead and manage a crew of journeyman and helpers. The crew size may vary, but the average span of control for these positions is between 5-15 workers. 

 

Physical Requirements

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