Electrical & Instrumentation Superintendent
Talascend is currently seeking an Electrical & Instrumentation Superintendent for a direct hire opportunity with our client in Mountain Pass, California.
Overview
The Electrical & Instrumentation Superintendent is responsible for leading the safe, efficient, and reliable operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of all site electrical and instrumentation systems. This leadership role will oversee a team of E&I supervisors, E&I technicians and contractors, ensuring compliance with all safety regulations, driving continuous improvement, and supporting operational excellence in a heavy industrial environment.
Responsibilities
- Directly supervise E&I maintenance teams, including electricians, instrumentation technicians, and contractors.
- Coordinate daily, weekly, and long-term work plans in collaboration with operations, maintenance, and engineering.
- Oversee maintenance, calibration, troubleshooting, and repair of all electrical and instrumentation assets, including motors, MCCs, VFDs, PLCs, control systems, analyzers, sensors, and field instruments.
- Ensure preventive and predictive maintenance programs are in place and executed effectively.
- Ensure compliance with all electrical codes, standards, and regulatory requirements (NFPA 70E, NEC, OSHA, MSHA, etc.).
- Maintain and enforce lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures and safe work practices.
- Verify contractor qualifications and oversee safe execution of contracted work.
- Collaborate with engineering on capital projects involving E&I scope, including new installations, upgrades, and system integrations.
- Review and approve technical specifications, drawings, and commissioning plans.
- Manage budgets, schedules, and resources for E&I-related projects.
- Maintain up-to-date documentation of electrical and instrumentation systems.
- Drive standardization of work practices, tools, and spare parts.
- Identify opportunities for system optimization, energy efficiency, and cost reduction.
Qualifications
- Journeyman or Master Electrician certification (required)
- Degree or diploma in Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation, or related technical field (preferred)
- Minimum 10 years of E&I experience in a heavy industrial environment (mining, chemical processing, oil & gas, power generation, etc.), with at least 5 years in a supervisory role
Requirements
- Strong knowledge of industrial electrical systems, instrumentation, PLC/DCS control systems, and industrial communication networks.
- Proficiency in troubleshooting complex control and power systems.
- Familiarity with CMMS/EAM systems for work management.
- Strong leadership, communication, and organizational abilities.
- Ability to prioritize work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
- Commitment to safety and fostering a strong safety culture.
- Valid Drivers License to drive company vehicles on and off property.
- Employees must pass a full-face respiratory fit test.
- Employees must be able to lift 50 lbs.
- Must be able to work in PPE level C.
We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those qualified individuals who closely meet the qualifications of the position will be contacted. The details of the position are only a summary, other duties may be assigned as necessary.
Drug Screen may be required.
We will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to Federal, State and Local law, including the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Talascend is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Applicants with criminal histories are encouraged to apply. To find out more visit California Fair Chance Act.
Pay range is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. Talascend also offers a variety of benefits including: health and disability insurance, 401(k), EAP, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, plan requirements, schedule type, and client work site mandates.
Talascend is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.