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Electrical Superintendent

Fountain Services, LLC ( is an established industry leader in the electrical trade headquartered in Spindale, North Carolina, with additional offices in Charlotte, Hickory, Asheville, North Carolina, and Greenville, South Carolina. We serve customers across the western, piedmont, and metrolina regions of North Carolina, as well as the upstate of South Carolina.

With a 75-year history, we focus on training, development, and personal growth of our workforce. We seek candidates committed to their career development and aligned with our core values of honesty, 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 ranges from $35-$45 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications. Benefits include paid vacation and holidays after a 90-day introductory period, comprehensive health, dental, vision, life insurance, a 401k with employer match, and a company vehicle with a fuel card.

Minimum Experience Requirements

Candidates should have over 10 years of commercial/industrial electrical experience, including at least 4 years as a foreman, superintendent, or similar supervisory role, managing multiple crews on large or multiple concurrent projects. Leadership experience on projects exceeding $1 million is preferred.

Physical Requirements

Superintendents may need to work alongside crews, requiring physical ability to lift 50+ pounds, work from ladders or scaffolds, overhead, and perform activities involving reaching, stretching, squatting, kneeling, crouching, or bending. Ability to work in varied climates and possess good balance, depth perception, eye-hand coordination, and stamina is essential. Safety and the ability to perform typical tradesperson duties are paramount.

Additional Requirements and Expectations

• High School diploma or GED required
• Mandatory drug screen and background check
• Training through apprenticeship, trade, or technical school preferred
• Relevant licenses and certifications are advantageous
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills necessary
• Ability to multi-task and work under time constraints

Job Responsibilities and Skills

• Oversee and manage on-site electrical installations, wiring, systems, controls, equipment, and fixtures
• Collaborate with project managers and foremen for successful project completion
• Interpret drawings, blueprints, and specifications
• Assist in planning and layout with project teams
• Interface with clients, contractors, architects, and engineers
• Mentor and direct foremen and junior leaders
• Ensure effective use of company reporting systems
• Act as liaison between project management and site leadership
• Manage overall project quality assurance and quality control
• Lead multiple crews of 6-10 personnel and oversee multiple projects