Electrical Foreman
About the job
- Proven experience as an electrician with some supervisory or leadership experience.
- Thorough knowledge of electrical systems, hand tools, and electrical equipment.
- Understanding of electrical blueprints and technical diagrams.
- Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines.
- A valid electrical journeyman or master electrician license.
- Supervise and coordinate the work of electricians on various projects.
- Interpret electrical blueprints and specifications to delegate tasks and ensure compliance.
- Monitor and maintain inventory of electrical materials and equipment.
- Train, mentor, and evaluate electricians’ performance.
- Ensure adherence to safety protocols and regulations.
- Communicate with project managers, clients, and other trades to coordinate work schedules.
- Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues on-site.
- Provide regular progress reports to project managers.
- OSHA 30-Hour certification is a plus.
About the company
Ladder connects construction contractors with skilled electricians in the electrical sector through a digital platform that streamlines the hiring process. Contractors post full-time job openings, and Ladder charges a fee for connecting them with qualified workers, while avoiding staffing-agency models by only allowing real contractors to post jobs. For job seekers, Ladder offers a free online course with basic electrical training and safety guidance, and upon completion the platform notifies potential employers, which has led to a high rate of job offers for graduates. The company differentiates itself by focusing on authentic contractor-led postings, combining a practical training-to-employment pathway with a technology-based hiring flow created by ex-contractors and technologists. Its goal is to simplify and accelerate the process of finding reliable electrical talent for contractors and to provide a clear entry path for newcomers into the electrical trades.
Company Size
1-10
Company Stage
Seed
Total Funding
$130K
Headquarters
Atlanta, Georgia
Founded
2019
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Buildforce raised $10 million on July 28, 2026 for national expansion.
- Ladder’s 10,000 pre-screened electricians give Buildforce immediate supply liquidity in the Southeast.
- Buildforce runs W-2 staffing, payroll, workers’ comp, and certified payroll reporting.
What critics are saying
- Buildforce directly replaces Ladder’s standalone brand; customer churn could follow integration through 2027.
- Staffing spreads compress quickly if contractors bypass Buildforce for internal recruiters.
- If Buildforce misses national density, Ladder’s platform disappears inside a larger staffing business.
What makes Ladder unique
- Buildforce inherited Ladder’s Southeast electrician network and 200-plus contractor customers.
- Ladder specialized in commercial and industrial electricians, not general labor staffing.
- Alex Stewart stayed on after the 2024 acquisition, preserving regional contractor relationships.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays