At Baker Electric we are energized by truly living our values - Team Builders, Relentless Follow Through, All-In, and Care for Others. When our team members work together with these things in mind, we do great things both individually and as an organization. Being an employee-owned company shows our drive for sustainable, long-term growth while enhancing the lives of our team members.
Job Summary
The High Voltage Superintendent in our Utility Solar Division ensures profitability and success in high-voltage solar projects by managing high standards in safety, compliance, project quality, and manpower. This position oversees field operations, develops and supports Foremen and General Foremen, and collaborates closely with customer site Superintendents to ensure successful project execution.
Key Responsibilities
- Project Oversight: Manage high-voltage construction activities in utility solar projects, including supervising crews, maintaining close contact with job site Superintendents, and ensuring construction complies with engineered drawings, specifications, contract documents, and building codes. Oversee and manage subcontractors, scheduling and coordinating their work to ensure alignment with project timelines. Conduct and schedule quality control inspections to verify that all work performed meets required standards and specifications.
- Safety & Compliance: Enforce OSHA 30 standards and CAL-OSHA requirements, provide safety training, ensure compliance with job safety and company policies, and report injuries. Hold subcontractors accountable to Baker's safety standards, ensuring they adhere to all safety protocols and requirements while on-site.
- Production Management: Implement and monitor efficient production practices to meet project schedules and budgets, oversee manpower requirements, approve overtime, and manage the hiring, dismissal, and movement of personnel between projects. Collaborate with the site Project Manager to track material deliveries and identify value engineering opportunities to enhance project efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
- Quality Control: Ensure all construction meets standards, inspect ongoing work, address quality issues, and implement best practices in material handling, storage, and installation.
- Project Coordination: Identify and resolve drawing conflicts, differing job conditions, or scheduling issues with Foremen and subcontractors; if needed, escalate issues through Project Management.
- Budget & Labor Management: Monitor the Labor Variance Report for each project to ensure adherence to budget and manage crew rate budgets effectively. Provide cost and man-hour estimates as necessary.
- Prefabrication & Tool Management: Review opportunities for prefabrication, oversee proper use of tools and equipment, and manage tool inventory, rental procedures, and condition.
- Client Relations: Maintain a cooperative relationship with clients, enforce workmanship standards, and act as the initial point of contact for resolving any construction-related disputes.
- Communication & Problem-Solving: Strong skills in troubleshooting and coordinating with multiple stakeholders on project sites.
- Organizational Excellence: Detail-oriented and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Technical Competency: Knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations, including union regulations, that apply to high-voltage work.
- Leadership & Development: Mentor and support Foremen and General Foremen by providing clear guidance and resources. Work with team members to identify their strengths and improvement areas, ensuring they have the tools and training to succeed. Foster a culture of continuous learning, allowing employees to enhance their skills and knowledge. Serve as a resource for troubleshooting to empower leaders and contribute to project success.
Qualifications
- Certification & Experience:
- IBEW Lineman with completion of a 5-year apprenticeship and at least 10 years of journeyman experience.
- Minimum of 5-10 years as a Foreman, General Foreman, or Superintendent.
- Extensive substation experience and proficiency with both overhead and underground Gen-Tie work.
- Utility solar project experience preferred.
- NCSCB Cable Splicer Certification.
- Safety & Compliance: OSHA 30 certification, with additional safety training or certifications preferred.
- Estimating & Budget Management: Experience estimating and managing budgets for high-voltage projects.
- Driving Record: Must have a valid driver’s license and a good driving record.
- Travel: This position requires 90% travel.
- Physical Requirements: Capable of lifting 75 pounds, stooping, reaching, standing, walking, and using complex repetitive motions.
Benefits
At Baker, we are proud to be an employee-owned company. When you join, you will have the opportunity for a great career and the financial benefits of being an owner. Through our ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan), you can become a part owner of the company. Instead of just receiving a paycheck, you will be given shares of the company's stock over time. As the company prospers, the value of these shares can increase, providing you with a potential wealth-building opportunity in addition to a competitive compensation package. The ESOP will enable you to share the company's success and growth.
For more information regarding employee ownership at Baker Electric and its significant potential, click here:
Employee Stock Ownership Program | Baker Electric (baker-electric.com)
Pay Transparency
The starting salary for this opportunity range is listed. Other rewards may include annual bonus eligibility based on company and individual performance, short- and long-term incentives, and program-specific awards.
Baker provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, an Employee-Owned Program (ESOP), paid holidays, and paid time off (PTO). A candidate’s salary history will not be used in compensation
decisions. Please note that the compensation information is a good-faith estimate for this position. It assumes a rate based on location and experience.
Acknowledgements
Baker Electric is an Equal Opportunity-Affirmative Action Employer / Disability / Veteran.
We thank all applicants in advance for their interest in this position; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If you are selected for an interview, a Baker Recruiter will contact you directly from our organization with a @baker-electric.com email.
