Utilities Foreman

OpSource Staffing is looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Utilities Foreman for a local construction company in Columbia.

Utilities Foreman

$70k - $100k/yr.

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

The utility foreman directs personnel on a given project, takes responsibility for all safety, quality and production goals for

the project.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

To guide and direct activities on a given project while adhering to all company policies and OSHA / MSHA regulations, while meeting all production goals.

Operate all heavy equipment in a safe and efficient way according to all relevant legislation, policies and procedures

Carry out plan set forth by management and engineering

Read and interpret engineered plans and stake out in the field

Setup GPS base station and GPS guided equipment

Perform JSA, toolbox talks and any required safety training / planning / communication that is particular to the project

Communicate production issues and constraints and implement plans to overcome them

Ensure heavy equipment is safely and securely stored

Participate in routine equipment maintenance

Practice ‘Safely, All Day’

Complete daily fuel, load count and hour logs, daily

Complete daily workplace examinations and repair deficiencies

Maintain all credit card receipts, coded correctly and complete expense report turned in weekly

Maintain a professional appearance at all times

Maintain company vehicle to company standards

General daily preventative equipment maintenance

Maintain current tool inventory in maintenance trailer / truck

Maintain fuel tank level and inventory, communicate to management for deliveries

Keep the job site clean, prepared for inclement weather and on track

Maintain all erosion control devices and report deficiencies

Guide and lead the crew in all daily activities

Perform minor emergency repairs on equipment as needed

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES AND REQUIREMENTS:

Knowledge:

Equipment operation and maintenance

Equipment safety

General site preparation techniques and procedures

Rigging

Storm drainage pipe and manhole installation, including grouting, masonry and concrete procedures

Water line installation, including hydrants, valves, BFPs, hydrostatic testing procedures

Sewer line installation including gravity sewer, force main sewer, lift stations, manholes and testing procedures

Site preparation surveying and layout

Knowledge of operation of wheel loaders, dozers, excavators, compactors, and other pieces of heavy equipment

Knowledge of equipment maintenance and storage

Knowledge of road construction and maintenance techniques

Knowledge of workplace safety requirements and procedures

Knowledge of equipment cleaning standards and procedures

Skills:

Ability to operate all types of equipment according to the manufacturer's recommendations

Ability to operate required equipment in a safe and responsible manner

Survey, layout of utility lines

Client service and public interaction skills

Team building

Analytical and problem solving skills

Decision making skills

Effective verbal and listening communications skills

Ability to communicate effectively in English

Ability to read and write to record pickups and maintain daily records

Stress management skills

Time management skills

Personal Attributes:

Be honest, trustworthy and respectful

Possess cultural awareness and sensitivity

Be flexible

Demonstrate sound work ethics

Deal with the public in a positive, courteous and respectful manner

Requirements:

Must have a valid driver’s license with less than (3) moving violations in (3) years

Must be able to pass drug / alcohol screenings

Must be able to lift at least 40 lbs

WORKING CONDITIONS

Physical Demands:

The foreman position is a physically strenuous and mentally demanding job. He/she will be lifting, pulling and managing

heavy equipment and objects. The foreman will have to work in all weather, and must be prepared for both extreme heat

and cold. The foreman must ensure that all activities are completed in a safe and efficient way.

Environmental Conditions:

The foreman must work outside in all different weather conditions including extreme cold and extreme heat. He/she may

at times be exposed to dangerous and/or toxic substances and must take necessary precautions to protect eyes, nose and

skin from irritation and infection.

Sensory Demands:

He/she may at times be exposed to dangerous and/or toxic substances and must take necessary precautions to protect

eyes, nose and skin from irritation and infection.

Mental Demands:

The foreman must work with the team and is expected to maintain a schedule of work. Proper and efficient management

of all projects is required. Any variation from these means that lengthens the project not caused by unforeseen conditions

is unacceptable. Any problems or inconveniences may result in increased stress to complete tasks in a limited time.