General Foreman

Lead with a company trusted for over 75 years!

Davis H. Elliot Company, Inc. (Elliot) is a full-service electrical contractor specializing in overhead and underground distribution, transmission, substations, lighting, traffic signaling, utility locating, and industrial/commercial electrical services. For more than seven decades, investor-owned utilities, municipalities, cooperatives, and others have relied on us for their electrical construction and maintenance needs.

Today, we’re proud to be listed among Engineering News-Record’s Top 150 Specialty Contracting Firms. Our success is built on customer confidence, the loyalty and hard work of our people, and the traditions started by Mr. Davis H. Elliot in 1946. We treat our team like family—because we know having the best team means taking care of our people.

Benefits & Culture

We believe in treating our team like family. Here’s what we offer:

- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

- Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance

- Company-Paid Life Insurance (plus voluntary options)

- 401(k) with Company Match

- Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)

- State & Federally Accredited Lineman Apprenticeship Program

- Paid Vacation

- Servant Leadership Training

- Uniforms & PPE Provided

What We’re Looking For

- Kentucky electrical license preferred (not required)

- 5+ years of electrical foreman or supervisory experience recommended

- Strong leadership and organizational skills

- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

- Own basic hand tools

- Proficiency with NEC (National Electrical Code) and local codes

- Knowledge of NFPA 70E, lockout/tagout, and OSHA safety standards

- Ability to pass criminal background check and drug screening

What You’ll Do

As a General Foreman, you’ll supervise electrical work across commercial construction, service, and healthcare environments, ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget. Your responsibilities include:

- Create and maintain a safety-first culture while promoting team development

- Mentor and develop Foremen and Lead Journeymen; assist with crew development plans

- Track and schedule training for crew members; ensure compliance with required certifications

- Monitor efficiency, quality, and safety practices; enforce accountability across crews

- Conduct job briefings and teach risk analysis and mitigation strategies

- Review and approve timesheets for payroll accuracy

- Oversee progression through EST Levels; witness proficiency tests and ensure training standards

- Coordinate manpower, tools, and equipment across multiple projects

- Schedule subcontractors/vendors and communicate with GC, PM, and crews

- Plan projects from start to finish, maintain a three-week look-ahead schedule, and optimize resources

- Review budgets with PM and ensure cost control

- Manage material purchasing and maintain ownership of procurement processes

- Perform safety audits and site inspections

- Assist with interviewing and onboarding new crew members

Ready to lead and make an impact? Apply today and build your career with Elliot!