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Reliable Electric and Lighting Inc

Foreman Lighting Technician - Traveling

$24 to $28 an hour

  • Remote or Houston, TX
  • Projects

Found by HiredNow AI on Aug 29, 2026. Subscribers saw it first.

About the role

Pay: $24.00 to $28.00 per hour

Description

IMMEDIATELY HIRING – Traveling Commercial Lighting Technician Foreman Reliable Electric and Lighting – Houston, Texas $24.00–$28.00 per Hour + Typically 15–20 Hours OT/Week + $30 Daily Per Diem Reliable Electric and Lighting is immediately hiring experienced Traveling Commercial Lighting Technician Foremen in the Houston, Texas area for our national commercial lighting retrofit projects. We have been in business for 30 years and specialize in commercial electrical service and large-scale lighting retrofit projects for major national retail customers throughout the United States. Commercial lighting retrofit experience is required. Candidates must have hands-on experience with both interior and exterior lighting retrofit projects. This is a traveling, working Foreman position . You will lead a field crew while also working alongside your team to complete lighting retrofit projects safely, efficiently, and on schedule. Compensation $24.00–$28.00 per hour , based on experience Typically 15–20 hours of overtime per week $30 per day per diem while traveling Full-time position Consistent travel and project work Job Description The Traveling Commercial Lighting Technician Foreman leads field crews performing interior and exterior commercial lighting retrofits, replacements, upgrades, and installations at commercial and retail facilities throughout the United States. Our Foremen are hands-on leaders. You will be responsible for the productivity and quality of your crew while also performing lighting retrofit work in the field. Requirements

Primary Responsibilities
Lead and supervise crews performing commercial lighting retrofit projects
Perform
interior and exterior commercial lighting retrofits
Retrofit and replace existing lighting fixtures, lamps, drivers, ballasts, and related components
Install new LED lighting systems and retrofit existing fixtures to LED
Perform exterior lighting work, including parking lot, wall-pack, canopy, and building-mounted lighting
Perform interior lighting work in commercial and retail environments
Troubleshoot lighting and electrical issues encountered during retrofit projects
Read project scopes, lighting plans, fixture schedules, and installation instructions
Coordinate daily crew assignments and maintain productivity
Ensure work is completed according to project specifications and quality standards
Communicate project progress, material needs, and field issues with project management
Operate scissor lifts, boom lifts, ladders, and other equipment
Work safely and comfortably at elevated heights
Maintain accurate project documentation
Maintain company tools, equipment, and vehicles
Ensure jobsites are left clean and professional
Travel extensively throughout the United States as projects require
Required Qualifications
Commercial lighting retrofit experience is required
Experience performing both interior and exterior lighting retrofits is required
Previous experience leading a lighting crew or working as a Foreman
Strong knowledge of commercial lighting fixtures and retrofit applications
Experience working in commercial and retail environments
Experience operating scissor lifts and boom lifts
Comfortable working at heights and performing exterior lighting work
Ability to troubleshoot common lighting and installation problems
Ability to lead a crew while also performing hands-on installation work
Strong communication, organization, and leadership skills
Ability to work nights or other project-specific schedules when required
Ability and willingness to travel extensively
Valid driver's license
Clean driving record
No felony convictions
Dependable attendance and strong work ethic
Ability to meet the physical demands of commercial lighting installation work
The Person We're Looking For
We are not looking for someone who simply has general construction experience. We need an experienced
commercial lighting retrofit professional
who understands the pace and demands of large commercial and retail retrofit projects.
You should be comfortable leading a crew through
both interior and exterior lighting work
, operating lifts, working at heights, troubleshooting problems in the field, and communicating with project management.
Our Foremen are expected to
lead from the front
— keeping the crew productive while working alongside them.
Apply Today – Immediate Openings
If you have
commercial lighting retrofit experience, including both interior and exterior projects
, and are looking for a traveling position with significant overtime and consistent work, we want to hear from you.
Reliable Electric and Lighting
Traveling Commercial Lighting Technician Foreman
Houston, Texas
$24.00–$28.00/hour + Typically 15–20 Hours OT/Week + $30/Day Per Diem
Immediate openings available. Apply today.
Reliable Electric and Lighting is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Apply at Reliable Electric and Lighting Inc