Traveling Industrial Electrician Site Lead
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Leads and coordinates on-site electrical activities for industrial construction projects, managing crews, ensuring safety compliance, maintaining timelines, and delivering high-quality electrical installations while traveling extensively.
About this role
About IPME
IPME Corp is an industrial installation construction company delivering projects across the United States. We are committed to safety, quality, and strong leadership on every job site.
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Industrial Electrical Site Lead to oversee and coordinate all on-site electrical activities for industrial construction projects. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for managing crews, ensuring safety compliance, maintaining project timelines, and delivering high-quality work.
This position requires frequent travel and the ability to lead small teams in a fast-paced industrial environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage electrical crews from project startup through completion
- Inspect job sites to ensure quality, safety, and compliance standards are met
- Monitor daily work progress and maintain accurate documentation
- Ensure all work stays within project scope and assist with change orders and cost management
- Interpret and execute blueprints, schematics, and specifications
- Coordinate with project management, subcontractors, and field personnel
- Lead site safety meetings and enforce OSHA and company safety policies
- Track job hours and ensure accurate timekeeping with office coordination
- Order and manage tools, equipment, and materials
- Identify and resolve issues proactively to prevent project delays
- Ensure compliance with NEC codes and industry standards
- Prepare job status reports and maintain records
- Obtain permits as required
Qualifications
- 3+ years of leadership experience in industrial electrical work
- Strong experience with installation, troubleshooting, and repair of industrial systems
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints and electrical drawings
- Knowledge of NEC, OSHA regulations, and safety standards
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Valid driver’s license and ability to travel extensively
Preferred Qualifications
- Journeyman Electrician license (or equivalent experience)
- OSHA 30 Certification (or willingness to obtain)
- Experience in industrial or mechanical installations
Pay & Benefits
- Pay: $28–$40 per hour (based on experience and certifications)
- Per Diem Provided
- Company-paid lodging
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off
- Nationwide travel opportunities with focus on the South and Eastern United States
- Career growth and advancement
Why Join IPME Corp.?
Join a growing team where your leadership directly impacts project success. At IPME, we value skilled professionals who take pride in their work, prioritize safety, and are ready to lead in the field.
Willingness to travel:
- 75% (Preferred)
Work Location: On the road
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