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About this Electrical Foreperson role at Onni Group

Onni Group · Onsite · Vancouver

Job Description:

We’re looking for a hands-on Electrical Foreman who thrives in a fast-paced construction environment and takes pride in leading high-performing crews. In this role, you’ll be at the forefront of our projects—driving execution, coordinating with trades, and ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest standard.


You’ll lead a team of skilled journeymen and apprentices, oversee day-to-day site operations, and play a key role in keeping projects on track—from planning and installation through to testing and turnover. If you’re someone who can read the drawings, solve problems on the fly, and keep both people and projects moving forward, this is an opportunity to make a real impact.


Perks:

  • Competitive pay & a Comprehensive Benefits Package.
  • Benefits include company-paid extended health care, dental care, vision care, life insurance, critical illness, and critical life insurance.
  • Annual Education Allowance
  • Generous Referral Program
  • Fun & collaborative company culture with lots of team building events
  • Local discounts to restaurants, clothing stores, personal training, and more
  • Free access to a fully equipped gym
  • Friends and Family rates for hospitality brands.

What you'll do:

  • Manage a crew of 10 - 15 Journeymen and Apprentices;
  • Read and interpret drawings, blueprints, schematics and electrical code specifications to determine layout of electrical equipment installations;
  • Install, examine, replace or repair electrical wiring, receptacles, switch boxes, conduits, feeders, lighting fixtures and other electrical components;
  • Test electrical equipment and components for continuity, current, voltage and resistance;
  • Maintain, repair, install and test switch-gear, transformers, switchboard meters;
  • Troubleshoot, maintain and repair, electrical and low voltage control systems and other related devices;
  • Arrange and coordinate safety meetings;
  • Delegate tasks and responsibilities to crew members;
  • Be the point of contact with the general contractor’s site superintendent;
  • Supervise and train apprentices on the job, as required;
  • Maintain a safe work environment by adhering to all company guidelines and OSHA safety requirements and also through reporting violations of policies, procedures and guidelines to immediate supervisor;
  • Controlling inventory on truck, job-site, and in/out of stock (for active jobs);
  • Organize and maintain material lists for your crew;
  • Gathering required material;
  • Responsible for maintaining company tools;
  • Inspect jobs upon completion and ensure areas are clean;
  • Work with building principals and supervisors to complete projects;
  • Detect needed repairs on buildings, grounds, and equipment following established inspection procedures;
  • Respond to emergency calls as needed;
  • Other duties as assigned.

What you'll bring:


  • A Journeyman Electrician, FSR A, OFA, and AWP certification/liscene is REQURIED.
  • 4 – 5 years of experience in a commercial setting as a Lead Hand Journeyman Electrician carrying out electrical tasks associated with installations and maintenance in commercial or service settings;
  • Proficient in academic and practical knowledge of the Canadian Electrical Code;
  • Proficient at bending conduit;
  • Experience in troubleshooting electrical equipment and systems;
  • Experience planning and carrying out electrical construction tasks in a team environment;
  • Experience working with and maintaining various fire alarm systems;
  • Experience performing work on power distribution systems;
  • Experience interpreting blueprints and specifications;
  • Experience completing underground electrical work;
  • Proven track record of leading by example and providing exceptional guidance to crew;
  • Ability to form material lists;
  • Candidates must be comfortable working at heights;
  • Good troubleshooting skills, repair abilities and installation skills;
  • Able to work in high pressure, time sensitive conditions;
  • Attention to detail;
  • Strong communications skills and customer service orientation;
  • Strong work ethic and positive attitude;
  • Ability to supervise others’ work and coach for performance.

 

 

Salary Range:

$55.90 - $61.00/HR

 

 

About The Company:

Onni

For over half a century, Onni has been building communities for people to live, work, and play. Our success reflects our commitment to our employees and partners, and our dedication to quality construction, innovation, sustainability, and customer satisfaction. Our expertise expands across North America, with offices in Vancouver, Toronto, Los Angeles, Seattle, Phoenix, and Chicago.

 

AI Use:

This role may involve the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support research, analysis, content development, design, reporting, or operational efficiency. Employees are expected to use AI responsibly and in compliance with company policies, data privacy requirements, confidentiality obligations, and applicable laws.

 

All AI-generated or AI-assisted outputs must be reviewed for accuracy, quality, and appropriateness before use. Employees are also expected to disclose when AI tools have been used in the creation of work and must not present AI-generated content as solely their own original work.

 

How To Apply:

Please apply through the link on the job posting and attach your resume and any other required documents.

We thank all applicants for your interest in the Onni Group. Note that only those applicants under consideration will be contacted.

 

 

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About Onni Group

Please do not contact our managers or employees directly in an attempt to present candidates without a written request, and a signed agreement within the last 12 months. Complying with this request will be a major factor in determining a professional relationship with Onni Group. Any submissions of unsolicited resumes directly to Onni employees, managers or any Onni email address will not be bound or obligate Onni in any way to pay any fees if such a person is hired. If you are interested in working with Onni, please contact [email protected] and email us info about your company. We will then contact you to set up any further discussions. Please note, all Onni hiring requires at minimum an

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