Electrical Field Training Lead

About Lighthouse Electric

At Lighthouse Electric, we power more than buildings — we power opportunity. For decades, we’ve built a reputation for delivering high-quality electrical construction solutions on complex commercial and industrial projects. Our success is driven by craftsmanship, accountability, and a commitment to doing things the right way — safely, efficiently, and with integrity. We believe great companies are built by great people. That’s why we invest in our team, encourage continuous improvement, and create an environment where professionals can grow, lead, and make a measurable impact. Here, you’re not just another employee — you’re part of a crew that takes pride in powering what’s next.

Why Us

✔ Stability + Growth – Established company with a strong backlog of major projects

✔ Impactful Work – Be part of high-profile, large-scale electrical builds

✔ Empowered Professionals – We trust our experts to lead and innovate

✔ Team-First Culture – Collaboration, respect, and accountability drive our success

✔ Strong Benefits Investment – Company-paid health coverage + 401(k) match

✔ Career Development – We promote from within and value long-term growth

If you want your work to matter — and your expertise to be valued — Lighthouse Electric is where you belong.

Job Description

The Electrical Field Training Lead supports consistent, high‑quality electrical installation by providing hands‑on training, coaching, and real‑time correction across all field levels, including Journeyman Wiremen, Lead Wiremen, and Foremen. You’ll work shoulder‑to‑shoulder with crews on active jobsites, demonstrating Lighthouse means and methods while reinforcing accountability for quality, planning, and execution.

This role partners closely with Workforce Development, Project Teams, and Enterprise Support groups to translate standards, systems, and deliverables into practical field execution.

Field Execution & Trainer Responsibilities

• Perform electrical installation work alongside field crews as a player‑coach, demonstrating Lighthouse means and methods through direct participation.
• Model proper installation techniques, productivity expectations, and professional jobsite behavior.
• Identify, correct, and retrain installation habits and inconsistent practices before they scale across crews or projects.

​Craft & Field Leadership Training

• Train and mentor field personnel at multiple levels (Journeyman, Crew Foreman, Foreman):
  • Technology and information use and best practices
  • Apprentice oversight and mentorship expectations
  • Proper crew leadership behaviors and task execution
  • Installation standards and workmanship expectations
  • Reinforce accountability for installation quality at both the craft and crew‑leadership level

Installation Standards & Best Practices

• Demonstrate and reinforce Lighthouse standard work for:
  • Robotic Total Station Layout
  • Prefabricated Assembly Layout and Installation
  • Material handling discipline and rework prevention
  • Grounding, bonding, labeling, and identification
  • Terminations, device installation, and finish quality
  • Raceway installation, supports, routing, and layout
  • Update and participate in documenting standard operating procedures

Enterprise Deliverables & Field Systems Training

• Teach the proper use of all enterprise‑level deliverables and ensure they translate into correct field execution, including:
  • Deliverables produced by enterprise teams (PLD, VDC, Fabrication, Logistics, QA/QC/CX, Cost) as they apply to the field
  • Total Station layout fundamentals, including basic operation expectations and translation of layout data into installation
  • QC/CX Check Program intent, timing, execution, and documentation
  • Standard Lighthouse forms, templates, and documentation requirements
  • RFI, ASI, and revision awareness (field‑facing application)
  • Current drawings, revisions, and field document control

Documentation & Planning Discipline

• Coach field personnel on documentation expectations, including:
  • Escalation paths when information is missing or conflicting
  • Required installation checklists and verification steps
  • Daily log quality and completeness
  • Reinforce production planning fundamentals without assuming project control:
    • 6‑week look‑ahead concepts
    • Weekly work planning and task readiness
    • Sequencing and handoffs that affect installation flow

Prefabrication & Modular Execution

• Support prefab and modular installation by:
  • Providing structured feedback to Fabrication, VDC, and PLD teams
  • Reinforcing installation as designed and escalating conflicts appropriately
  • Training crews and foremen on prefab drawings, labels, and install intent
  • Installing prefab assemblies alongside crews

Field Leadership & Continuous Improvement

• Support PMs, Superintendents, and Foremen by reducing execution variability and addressing skill gaps through targeted, hands‑on training.
• Maintain a feedback loop by identifying recurring field issues and communicating trends and improvement opportunities to Workforce Development and enterprise teams.
• Maintain a practical working knowledge of the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) sufficient to support field leadership and avoid preventable work practice issues
• Perform related duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures.

 Qualifications, Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:

• Required
  • Strong electrical construction background with high field credibility.
  • Demonstrated ability and willingness to work hands on alongside crews.
  • Proven ability to train, coach, and correct field personnel across varying experience levels.
  • Strong understanding of electrical installation means and methods.
  • Working knowledge of:
    • Prefabrication and modular electrical installation
    • Understanding of QC/CX field checks and documentation requirements
    • Total Station layout fundamentals and field application
  • Ability to translate enterprise systems and deliverables into practical field execution.
  • Strong verbal communication skills and ability to influence without formal authority.
  • Ability to work under pressure, adapt to changing jobsite conditions, and meet deadlines.
  • Ability to represent Lighthouse Electric professionally on customer facing jobsites.
  • OSHA 10 required; OSHA 30 preferred.
  • Proficiency with field applicable tools including Bluebeam, PlanGrid, Navisworks (viewer), QuickBase (field facing), and Microsoft Office
• Preferred
  • Strong understanding of IBEW JATC programs and Inside Construction Agreements
  • Experience as an IBEW Apprentice, Journeyman, and foreman on large construction projects
  • Experience with electrical construction prefabrication
  • Excellent computer proficiency (MS Office – Word, Excel and Outlook)
  • Journeyman Wireman classification through IBEW.
  • Experience working in multiple IBEW Local Unions and IBEW Portability rules and common practices

You’re Our Ideal Match If You:

• Enjoy working in dynamic environments and adapting to new challenges
• Are energized by solving real-world problems with real-world tools
• Take pride in your work and value craftsmanship and accuracy
• Want to be part of a team that values growth, grit, and innovation

What We Are Offering

• Competitive pay with bonus and profit-sharing potential
• Opportunities to work on high-profile, large-scale projects
• 100% company-paid benefits including: Health, Vision, and Dental insurance; Short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance/AD&D
• Paid holidays and PTO
• 401k with 5% company match

Employee Stock Ownership Program: 

We don't just work for lighthouse-we own it. Lighthouse Electric is proudly 30% owned through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), giving employees a stake in our success. Ownership drives accountability, craftsmanship, and pride in in everything we build. 

Additional Requirements

• Pre-employment drug screen required
• Must be authorized to work in the United States

Travel Requirements:

• Visit job sites on a regular basis with durations from 1 day to 2weeks at a time as necessary to support project learning and productivity.
• Intermittent, short term out of state travel as needed to support project teams on location
• Ability Travel up to 6+ hours in a car and/or by airplane as necessary for supporting project teams on site

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Lighthouse Electric will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals

• Ability to perform the essential job functions in a variety of work environments, including office and/or active job site settings.
• Ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time.
• Ability to move about the office or jobsite as needed to perform essential duties.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment and technology, including computers, phones, and related devices.
• Ability to communicate effectively in person, by phone, and through electronic means.
• Ability to occasionally position self to access materials, equipment, or work areas.
• Ability to occasionally move or transport work-related materials or equipment.
• Ability to tolerate moderate noise levels typical of office or construction environments.
• Ability to travel to various work locations as required.
• Ability to work indoors and/or outdoors in varying environmental conditions, as applicable to the position.
• Ability to maintain regular and reliable attendance consistent with company policy and operational needs.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Lighthouse Electric Company, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and a drug-free workplace. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants.

If you are an individual with a disability and need reasonable accommodation to complete the application or interview process, please contact our Human Resources Department.

Note: Chosen applicant will be subject to a drug screen and Motor Record Vehicle check as a condition of employment.

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