Electrical Wastewater Superintendent

Skillforce is seeking an experienced Electrical Wastewater Superintendent to oversee industrial electrical construction activities at a wastewater treatment facility for a long-term project. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in industrial electrical systems, water/wastewater infrastructure, and supervising field crews. This position requires a hands-on leader who can coordinate electrical installations, maintain project schedules, ensure compliance with safety standards, and deliver high-quality workmanship.

Project Duration: Long-Term Pay: $42- $50 depending on experience and skillsets

Electrical Wastewater Superintendent Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily activities of industrial electricians, journeymen, apprentices, and subcontractors.
• Oversee installation of electrical distribution systems, conduit, wiring, control panels, switchgear, and motor control centers (MCCs).
• Coordinate electrical work associated with pumps, motors, variable frequency drives (VFDs), and wastewater treatment equipment.
• Read and interpret electrical blueprints, one-line diagrams, schematics, and construction specifications.
• Coordinate instrumentation, PLC, and SCADA-related installation activities with controls specialists.
• Plan manpower requirements, materials, equipment, and daily work assignments.
• Conduct safety meetings and ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, NEC requirements, and site-specific safety procedures.
• Monitor project progress, productivity, and quality of electrical installations.
• Troubleshoot electrical installation issues and assist with testing, startup, and commissioning.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, general contractors, and other trades to meet project milestones.

Electrical Wastewater Superintendent Required Qualifications

• 10+ years of industrial electrical construction experience and supervising electrical crews.
• Experience working on wastewater treatment plants, water treatment facilities, pump stations, or comparable industrial projects strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of MCCs, VFDs, industrial motors, switchgear, and electrical distribution systems.
• Ability to interpret electrical drawings, schematics, and project specifications.
• Strong understanding of NEC requirements and electrical safety procedures.
• Demonstrated experience managing manpower, scheduling, and field productivity.
• Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Journeyman or Master Electrician license, as applicable.
• Previous wastewater treatment plant construction experience.
• Familiarity with PLC, SCADA, and instrumentation systems.
• Experience coordinating electrical testing, startup, and commissioning.

Additional Requirements

• Must successfully complete a pre-employment background check in accordance with applicable laws and project requirements.
• Reliable transportation and valid driver's license if required for project duties.
• Ability to work outdoors and within active industrial construction environments.
• Ability to meet applicable project-specific screening and safety requirements.

Join Skillforce and lead electrical construction work supporting essential water and wastewater infrastructure.