Commercial Lighting Technician Foreman - Traveling at Reliable Electric and Lighting Inc

Atlanta, Georgia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

26 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

26 Jan, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Commercial Lighting, Field Leadership, Crew Management, Quality Control, Electrical Troubleshooting, Lighting Retrofits, Safety Compliance, Client Communication, Project Management, LED Upgrades, Interior Lighting, Exterior Lighting, Job Safety Briefings, PPE Usage, NEC Compliance, Hazard Identification

Industry

Construction

Description

Description Position Overview Reliable Electric and Lighting, Inc. is seeking experienced Traveling Commercial Lighting Technicians to lead large-scale interior and exterior lighting retrofit projects for national commercial retail clients. This role is ideal for a hands-on field leader with 5–10 years of commercial lighting retrofit experience who thrives in fast-paced, travel-based environments. Key Responsibilities – Field Leadership & Execution - Lead and supervise traveling lighting crews on national retail retrofit projects - Serve as on-site foreman and primary field contact - Coordinate daily work plans, crew assignments, and workflow - Ensure projects are completed on time, within scope, and to company standards - Perform quality control inspections throughout project execution Technical Responsibilities - Perform and oversee interior and exterior commercial lighting retrofits - LED fixture upgrades, parking lot lighting, pole lights, wall packs, canopy lighting - High-bay, low-bay, and emergency/egress lighting installations - Read and interpret lighting plans, layouts, and specifications - Troubleshoot electrical and lighting system issues - Ensure compliance with NEC and applicable local codes Safety & Compliance - Enforce Reliable Electric and Lighting safety policies and procedures - Conduct job safety briefings and ensure PPE usage - Maintain OSHA and site-specific safety compliance - Identify and mitigate job-site hazards Travel & Client Interaction - Extensive nationwide travel, often multi-week project runs - Ability to work overnight hours in active retail environments - Maintain professional communication with clients, store management, and project managers - Represent Reliable Electric and Lighting with professionalism and integrity Requirements Required Qualifications - 5–10 years of commercial lighting experience, primarily retail retrofits - Prior experience as a Foreman or Lead Technician preferred - Strong knowledge of interior and exterior lighting systems - Proven leadership and crew management skills - Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record - Ability to lift 50+ lbs, work at heights, and operate lifts and ladders Preferred Qualifications - Excellent understanding of Electrical - Experience with national retail rollouts - Familiarity with boom lifts, scissor lifts, and bucket trucks - Experience with job reporting and time tracking Compensation & Benefits - Competitive pay based on experience - Travel pay, per diem, and lodging provided where applicable - Overtime opportunities - Health, dental, and vision insurance - Paid time off About Reliable Electric and Lighting Reliable Electric and Lighting, Inc. is a national commercial electrical and lighting services company with 30 years of experience serving large retail, commercial, and industrial clients across the United States. We pride ourselves on reliability, safety, and delivering high-quality results for our customers.

Responsibilities

The Commercial Lighting Technician Foreman will lead and supervise traveling lighting crews on national retail retrofit projects, ensuring timely completion and adherence to company standards. They will also perform quality control inspections and coordinate daily work plans.