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Position Overview
Vital Workforce Group is seeking an experienced Electrical Supervisor for an assignment with one of our established clients in the Virginia Beach area.
This leadership position is designed for an experienced electrical professional with a strong background in industrial electrical systems, controls, troubleshooting, and team supervision.
The Electrical Supervisor will provide hands-on technical leadership while coordinating electrical maintenance and support activities in a fast-paced industrial/manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate is capable of leading skilled electrical personnel, troubleshooting complex electrical and controls-related issues, establishing priorities, and maintaining high standards for safety, quality, and productivity.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead, coach, and support a team of electricians and electrical maintenance technicians.
- Coordinate and prioritize daily electrical maintenance and operational support activities.
- Troubleshoot complex electrical systems, motor controls, automation equipment, and PLC-related issues.
- Respond effectively to equipment failures and electrical issues to minimize operational downtime.
- Support preventative and predictive maintenance programs designed to improve equipment reliability.
- Assist with electrical equipment installations, upgrades, modifications, and improvement projects.
- Work closely with production, engineering, operations, and other skilled trades to resolve equipment and process issues.
- Perform root-cause analysis and help implement corrective actions for recurring electrical problems.
- Ensure electrical work is performed in accordance with applicable electrical codes, safety requirements, and established procedures.
- Maintain and review electrical drawings, schematics, maintenance records, and technical documentation.
- Provide technical guidance, training, and troubleshooting support to electrical team members.
- Monitor workmanship and team performance while maintaining expectations for safety, quality, and productivity.
- Support multiple shifts and provide leadership coverage when required.
- Promote accountability, teamwork, communication, and continuous improvement throughout daily operations.
What We’re Looking For
- Minimum of 7 years of industrial electrical, controls, or electrical maintenance experience, preferably within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
- Minimum of 3 years of leadership or supervisory experience leading electrical or maintenance personnel.
- Strong knowledge of industrial electrical systems, motor controls, VFDs, sensors, controls, and power distribution.
- Experience troubleshooting PLC-based automation and control systems.
- Strong understanding of preventative maintenance and equipment reliability practices.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, blueprints, and technical documentation.
- Strong electrical troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to establish priorities and make sound decisions in a fast-paced work environment.
- Knowledge of OSHA requirements, NFPA 70E, electrical safety practices, and applicable workplace safety procedures.
- Strong communication and leadership skills.
- Ability to work effectively with production, engineering, management, and skilled trades personnel.
- Commitment to safety, quality, accountability, and professional workmanship.
Preferred Qualifications
- Journeyman or Master Electrician license.
- Extensive commercial or industrial electrical experience.
- Experience with PLCs and industrial automation systems.
- Experience with VFDs, motor controls, and industrial power distribution.
- Experience supporting equipment installations, startups, and system upgrades.
- Experience developing or managing preventative maintenance programs.
- Familiarity with maintenance documentation or computerized maintenance management systems.
Physical & Work Requirements
Candidates must be comfortable working in both office and active industrial/manufacturing environments.
The position requires regularly walking production areas and may involve standing, bending, climbing, and accessing equipment during troubleshooting, inspections, and maintenance activities.
Candidates must be able to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs., wear required PPE, and safely work around electrical equipment, machinery, and active production operations.
The position may require schedule flexibility and support across multiple shifts based on operational requirements.
About This Opportunity
This position is offered through Vital Workforce Group as an assignment with one of our clients. Client identity and specific worksite information are provided to qualified candidates at the appropriate stage of the hiring and placement process.
Vital Workforce Group provides skilled trades staffing solutions for commercial, industrial, manufacturing, and construction environments.