Job Description Summary:
At Sheridan Electric, we believe great projects are built in the field. As an Electrical Foreperson, you are the front-line leader who turns plans into reality. You are responsible for setting the pace, the standard, and the tone on site – for safety, quality, productivity, and professionalism.
This role is not just about installing electrical systems. It is about leading people, coordinating work, solving problems in real time, and making sure our crews and customers feel supported and confident every day. Forepersons play a critical role in delivering on Sheridan Electric’s reputation and brand promise.
You will be a good fit for this role if:
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You take pride in leading from the front and setting a strong example for safety, workmanship, customer service, and attitude
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You believe that you win as a team and that others’ success is your success
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You enjoy organizing work, leading and directing people, and keeping a job site running smoothly including supporting documentation and administration requirements
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You are calm and solutions-focused when plans change or issues arise on site
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You care about doing work right the first time and holding high standards for yourself and others
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You communicate clearly and respectfully with electricians, apprentices, customers, and project managers
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You feel personally accountable for the success of the crew, not just your own tasks
Our Values:
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Safety: We commit to uncompromising protection of each other.
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Quality: We exceed expectations to strengthen relationships.
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Viability: We grow our success by winning together.
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Urgency: We solve problems by anticipating them with action.
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Reliability: We deliver on time and earn trust with results.
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Responsibility: We prioritize each other through care and respect.
We aren’t looking for someone who just fits in—we’re looking for someone who will raise the bar. If you care about what you build, how you build it, and who you build it with, you’ll feel right at home here.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and supervise electricians and apprentices on site, assigning daily tasks and ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and to specification
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Plan and coordinate daily work activities in alignment with drawings, schedules, and project priorities
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Read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, and specifications, and provide technical guidance to the crew as required
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Ensure all work complies with the Ontario Electrical Code, ESA requirements, and Sheridan Electric standards
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Monitor quality of installation and workmanship, identify deficiencies, and take corrective action as required
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Proactively identify material needs, site constraints, safety risks, and operational issues, and communicate them clearly to the Project Manager
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Maintain accurate daily documentation including time sheets, work reports, safety records, and progress updates
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Communicate professionally with customers and site stakeholders, representing Sheridan Electric with respect and confidence
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Mentor and train electricians and apprentices, supporting skill development and maintaining a strong team culture
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Promote and enforce all health and safety requirements, including PPE, safe work practices, and customer safety policies
Experience Required:
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Valid 309A Electrical License and active membership with Skilled Trades Ontario
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Minimum 6 years of experience in industrial or commercial electrical construction
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Previous experience as a Foreperson or in a leadership role on job sites is strongly preferred
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Strong ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and troubleshoot complex electrical issues
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Solid working knowledge of the Ontario Electrical Code, ESA requirements, and workplace health and safety standards
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Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills in fast-paced environments
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Valid Class G Driver’s License with a clean driving record
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Willingness to work overtime, weekends, and participate in on-call rotations as required
What we offer:
- Consistent, long-term work with a growing industrial electrical contractor
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Company vehicle
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Tool allowance, uniforms, and safety PPE provided
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Managed pension and comprehensive benefits package
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Ongoing training and leadership development opportunities
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Clear pathways for advancement into senior foreperson, site leadership, or project management roles
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A team-focused culture where forepersons are respected, supported, and listened to
