Electrical Foreman Fountain Services, LLC About Fountain Services, LLC Established in 1946, Fountain Services, LLC has been a trusted leader in the electrical contracting industry for over 75 years. With offices across North and South Carolina, we specialize in residential, commercial, and industrial electrical services. Our mission is to empower employees through ongoing training, career development, and a culture of integrity, accountability, and mutual respect. We don’t just build electrical systems — we build careers. Why Join Fountain Services? • Career Growth: Structured leadership training, tuition reimbursement, and bi-annual performance reviews. • Supportive Culture: A company that prioritizes employee well-being and invests in your success. • Community Impact: Active sponsorship of youth sports, nonprofits, and workforce development boards. • Benefits: • Competitive pay with performance bonuses and promotion opportunities • Health, dental, and vision insurance • 401(k) with company match • Paid holidays and PTO • Tuition reimbursement and technical/leadership training • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Team-building events and company-sponsored activities Your Role: Electrical Foreman As an Electrical Foreman at Fountain Services, you will lead a team of 4–8 electricians, apprentices, and helpers on high-quality electrical installations. You’ll oversee all aspects of project execution, from planning and installation to safety and mentoring. Key Responsibilities • Supervise, mentor, and train a crew of electricians and apprentices • Ensure safety compliance and enforce best practices on job sites • Plan, layout, and oversee installation of electrical systems per specs • Read and interpret blueprints and electrical drawings • Track progress using Procore and collaborate using Bluebeam • Maintain strong communication with Superintendents and GCs • Conduct inspections to ensure compliance with the NEC and job standards • Promote a safety-first culture aligned with OSHA standards Minimum Requirements • 10+ years of commercial/industrial electrical experience • 2+ years of supervisory experience leading crews • High school diploma or GED • Ability to pass a drug screen • Two (2) professional references • Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation • Own and provide basic personal tools of the trade Preferred Qualifications • Graduate of a certified apprenticeship or trade program • Relevant credentials (e.g., OSHA-10, Journeyman License, etc.) • Experience using Procore, Bluebeam, and job tracking tools • Referral from a current Fountain Services employee (optional) Portfolio We work on some of the highest-value contracts in the region. Here is a few of them: • Charlotte Spectrum Center – Charlotte, NC - $34 million • Kimpton Hotel Arras – Asheville, NC - $7.7 million • Appalachian State University Residence Halls Complex – Boone, NC - $22 million • Greenville Drive Stadium – Greenville, SC - $3 million • Ballantyne Reimagined - Stream Park and The Amp – Charlotte, NC - $3.7 million See more of our work here: https://fountainelectric.com/portfolio Our Four Keys to Success All employees at Fountain Services, from apprentices to leadership, commit to: 1. Show up every day on time 2. Appreciate instruction from leaders 3. Let your work ethic speak for you 4. Retain knowledge We’re looking for professionals who want to build a long-term career in a company that values growth, integrity, and high performance. If that sounds like you, we want to hear from you.
See More Details >>Electrical Commercial Wireman Fountain Services, LLC (Commercial Wiremen and Journeyman Electricians) About Fountain Services, LLC Established in 1946, Fountain Services, LLC has been a trusted leader in the electrical contracting industry for over 75 years. With offices across North and South Carolina, we specialize in residential, commercial, and industrial electrical services. Our mission is to empower employees through ongoing training, career development, and a culture of integrity, accountability, and mutual respect. We don’t just build electrical systems — we build careers. Why Join Fountain Services? ●Career Growth: Structured leadership pathways (including Foreman and Superintendent Academies), NCCER-credited apprenticeship program, tuition reimbursement, and bi-annual performance reviews. ●Supportive Culture: Work in an environment that values employees, fosters leadership,and encourages professional development at all levels. ●Community Impact: Active sponsorship of youth sports, nonprofits, and workforce development boards. ●Benefits: ○Competitive wages with performance bonuses and promotion opportunities ○Health, dental, and vision insurance ○401(k) retirement plan with company match ○Paid holidays and PTO ○Tuition reimbursement and technical/leadership development programs ○Employee Assistance Program (EAP) ○Company-sponsored team-building events and activities Your Role: Commercial Wireman Electrician Fountain Services is currently hiring Commercial Wiremen and Journeyman Electricians to support commercial and industrial projects across our regional footprint. This position is ideal for professionals with hands-on experience in electrical installation who are ready to work in a team environment and mentor others while maintaining a high standard of craftsmanship. Key Responsibilities ●Use and maintain basic hand tools and company-provided tools ●Identify appropriate fasteners and materials for job-specific needs ●Follow detailed layouts and install branch circuitry and feeder conduits ●Bend and install EMT, rigid, and PVC conduit (1” to 4”) using hand and ratcheting benders ●Install fixtures, devices, and proper terminations ●Interpret and follow construction documents and wiring diagrams ●Plan and execute wire pulls and terminations, including up to 4” conduit ●Understand lighting controls, grounding, and conduit/wire types and applications ●Perform transformer installations and troubleshooting ●Use wire crimping tools effectively ●Mentor apprentices and junior team members, ensuring quality of their work ●Ensure all work complies with the National Electrical Code (NEC) Minimum Requirements ●4+ years of commercial or industrial electrical experience ●High school diploma or GED ●Must pass a mandatory drug screening ●Must provide two professional references ●Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation ●Must own basic personal tools of the trade Preferred Qualifications ●Referral from a current Fountain Services employee ●Formal training in an accredited apprenticeship or trade school program ●OSHA-10 or other relevant electrical certifications Our Four Keys to Success At Fountain Services, all employees — from entry-level to leadership — commit to: 1.Show up every day on time 2.Appreciate instruction from leaders 3.Let your work ethic speak for you 4.Retain knowledge We’re looking for professionals who want to build a long-term career in a company that values growth, integrity, and high performance. If that sounds like you, we want to hear from you.
See More Details >>Electrical Superintendent Fountain Services, LLC (https://fountainelectric.com/) is an established industry leader in the electrical trade headquartered in Spindale, North Carolina, with offices also located in Charlotte, Hickory, and Asheville, in North Carolina, and in Greenville, South Carolina. We serve customers and projects spread across the western, piedmont, and metrolina regions of North Carolina, and the upstate of South Carolina. Over the course of our 75-year history, we have built our reputation as a company focused on the training, development, and personal growth of our workforce. We are seeking candidates with a commitment and desire to continue their own career development, and who are a fit for a company culture based upon core values of honesty and integrity, mutual respect, pursuit of excellence, and personal accountability. If this describes you, we want to help you maximize your potential. Pay for this position is $35-$45 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications. After a 90-day introductory period, employees receive paid vacation and paid holidays, and are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, as well as a 401k with employer match. This position also includes the use of a company vehicle with fuel card. Minimum Experience Requirements Qualified candidates should have 10+ years of commercial/industrial electrical experience, including at least 4 years of experience as a foreman or superintendent, or in a similar supervisory capacity, overseeing and managing multiple foremen/crews on large construction jobs, or on multiple smaller concurrent jobs. Leadership/supervisory experience on projects in excess of $1 million is preferred. Physical Requirements A superintendent may from time to time be asked to spend time working on their tools with their crews, in addition to their administrative and leadership functions. Accordingly, candidates must meet the same physical requirements as other field personnel. Employees must be able to lift 50+ pounds, work from a ladder or scaffold, work overhead, and perform without hindrance activities and tasks that involve repetitive reaching, stretching, squatting, kneeling, crouching, and/or bending. They must also be able to work in varied climate conditions, and should possess good balance, depth perception, eye-hand coordination, and the stamina to perform physically demanding construction work. Above all, a candidate must be able to safely perform the duties and responsibilities normally and reasonably expected of a tradesperson in their position. Additional Requirements and/or Expectations • Applicants must possess a High School diploma or GED. • Applicants must pass a mandatory drug screen and background check. • Training in an apprenticeship or similar program, or in a trade or technical school is preferred. • Relevant licenses and/or certifications are preferred. • Applicants should have excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills. • Applicants must be able to multi-task and work well under time constraints. Job Description and/or Requisite Proficiencies • Oversee, coordinate, lay out, and manage the on-site installation of electrical wiring, systems, controls, equipment, and fixtures • Work in conjunction with project managers and foremen to ensure successful and profitable completion of a project • Read, understand, and interpret drawings, blueprints, specifications, and other contract documents • Work with project managers and project engineers in planning and laying out work • Communication and interface with customers, general contractors, architects, engineers, and other trades • Direct, train, and mentor foremen and other junior leaders • Ensure that foremen are effectively implementing and utilizing the company “leader-board” system, and otherwise meeting daily job reporting requirements • Function as liaison between project manager and jobsite leadership • Overall project QA/QC • Effectively lead and manage multiple 6-10 person crews, and direct the work of multiple foremen and/or projects
See More Details >>Becoming an electrician in Lenoir, NC typically starts with an apprenticeship, which combines hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about four to five years, requiring many hours of training under licensed professionals. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports 762,600 electricians nationwide, with a significant presence in North Carolina, and projects a 6% job growth from 2022 to 2032. Apprentices in Lenoir earn an average of $643.38 per week, with an annual overtime average of $4,750. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring electricians find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $108,000 annually for experienced professionals.
