Superintendent Jobs in California
Superintendent jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in construction, K-12 public education, and large-scale facilities management across a seniority range from assistant superintendent through district or division superintendent. Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Sacramento account for the largest share of openings, anchored by major employers such as the Los Angeles Unified School District, Turner Construction, and Sutter Health. The most in-demand specialties include construction project oversight, educational leadership, and utilities infrastructure management. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Join the TAIT Team – Build a Career with Purpose
Why TAIT?
- Career Growth – Opportunities to lead projects and advance into senior roles.
- Supportive Team – Work alongside experienced managers and skilled crews
- Certification Rewards – Earn more as you expand your credentials
- Meaningful Work – Help deliver high-quality projects that support environmental safety.
About the Role
We’re hiring a Fuel Construction Foreman to lead field operations and oversee job site activities from start to finish. This role is responsible for supervising crews and subcontractors, coordinating daily construction activities, and ensuring projects are completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards. You’ll play a key role in delivering successful projects—balancing safety, schedule, and productivity while representing TAIT professionally on every job site.
Travel Requirements – all company travel expenses covered
- Drive a company vehicle to job sites and drive extensive distances, occasionally up to 1000 miles per week (and conduct daily DVIR inspections).
- Occasional out-of-town work, with notice.
- Oversee and actively participate in daily field operations
- Supervise job site personnel and subcontractors to ensure work is completed safely and correctly
- Coordinate materials, equipment rentals, and deliveries
- Inspect materials and equipment for quality and accuracy upon arrival
- Schedule and meet with inspectors; manage inspection process
- Conduct and document daily safety meetings and enforce safety compliance
- Maintain a clean, organized, and secure job site
- Monitor project schedules, labor hours, and productivity
- Communicate regularly with Project Managers and Construction Managers
- Document job progress, including daily photo reporting
- Report incidents, delays, or field changes promptly
- 3–5 years of experience in commercial petroleum construction or related field supervision
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage crews and subcontractors
- Experience reading and interpreting construction plans and technical documents
- Ability to adapt to changing field conditions and project needs
- Clear and professional communication with clients and team members
- Organized, safety-focused, and detail-oriented
- ICC UST Install/Retrofit, Decommissioning, or Service Technician certifications
- Veeder Root certifications
- 24- or 40-hour HAZWOPER (or current refresher)
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, Word)
- Complete background check, MVR, drug test, and physical
- Valid driver’s license & clean driving record
- Able to climb ladders, kneel, lift heavy lids (with assistance), and work on uneven ground
- Ability to travel to job sites and drive long distances as needed
- Physically fit to travel and work in field conditions
Salary and Benefits
Salary range for position: $36/hr. - $44/hr.
Benefits
TAIT invests in you by providing a comprehensive compensation and benefits program along with the opportunity for professional growth and development. Our benefits package includes valuable and affordable options for health, dental, vision, employer paid life insurance, 401(k) with match, generous paid time off and other supplemental benefits. TAIT’s core value is its culture of kindness. With this, you’ll find a family-oriented environment and flexibility to manage work and life with a rewarding career. Here are some benefits you can find when you join the TAIT Team:
- Flexible Work Schedule Options - Remote, Hybrid, In-Person
- Medical options including PPO and HDHP with Health Savings Accounts (no extra charges for spouse or dependent coverage)
- Dental Plans with little to no deductible
- Vision PPO plan that’s accepted widely from local offices to large retailers
- Company paid Life Insurance
- ID Theft Protection & Monitoring
- Voluntary Life, Accident and Critical Illness plans
- Dependent Care and Flexible Spending Accounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- Retirement plan 401(k) with employer match
- Paid time off to relax and recharge with vacation, holidays, and sick time.
- Annual memberships with Strava and Headspace for additional health and wellness benefits
- Maternity and Paternity leave time options to care for the newest little family members
- Support for professional growth and development.
- Corporate Lodging Program (CLC)
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Superintendent Job Market in California
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Who's Hiring
- RIMEPRO12
- Jobot5

- STO Building5

- Layton Construction5

- Hays4

Top Industries Hiring
- Staffing & Recruiting10
- Construction & Real Estate7
- Food & Beverage1
- Consulting & Professional Services1
What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in superintendent jobs across California.
- Valid California administrative services credential or district-issued administrator license required
- Bachelor's degree in construction management, education, engineering, or a related field
- Minimum five years of progressive supervisory or project leadership experience
- Proficiency with California building codes, Title 24 compliance, or state education regulations
- Demonstrated ability to manage multi-million-dollar budgets and cross-functional teams
- Strong communication skills for coordinating with contractors, boards, or community stakeholders
Superintendent Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a superintendent in California?
The path depends on your sector. For K-12 education, California requires a valid administrative services credential issued by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing, which involves a preparation program and a performance assessment. For construction, no single state license is mandated, but most employers require a California contractor's license affiliation or OSHA certification. In both sectors, candidates typically hold a master's degree and progress through assistant or associate roles before reaching superintendent level.
How much do superintendents make in California?
Superintendents in California earn a median of about $159,950 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $103,250 for the lowest 10% to over $202,380 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire superintendents in California?
Employers hiring superintendents in California right now include RIMEPRO, Jobot, and STO Building, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. California's scale of public school districts, major infrastructure projects, and healthcare systems means demand is distributed across both public agencies and large private contractors statewide.
Which California cities have the most superintendent jobs?
Los Angeles, San Diego, and Sacramento have the most superintendent openings in California. Los Angeles dominates because of its sheer scale of construction activity and the nation's largest unified school district, while San Francisco and Sacramento reflect concentrated public-sector and commercial development demand driven by state government agencies, tech-sector buildouts, and regional healthcare expansion.
Are there remote superintendent jobs in California?
Yes, but they're rare. Superintendent work is largely site-dependent, whether overseeing a construction project or leading a school district, which limits full remote arrangements. About 9% of superintendent openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those tend to involve program oversight, district-level planning, or administrative coordination roles that don't require daily on-site presence.
How can I get hired as a superintendent in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is through an assistant superintendent or project engineer role with a large California employer. Construction firms like Webcor Builders and DPR Construction offer associate project manager programs that place candidates without field experience into structured on-the-job training. In education, many California districts hire candidates with teaching or counseling backgrounds into assistant principal roles, which serve as the typical stepping stone. Earning your California administrative services credential or an OSHA-30 certification significantly strengthens your application at this level.
Where can I find and apply to superintendent jobs in California?
You can find and apply to superintendent jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings across construction, education, healthcare, and facilities sectors. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience and specialization, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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