Foreman (Midwest Region)

About the role

Lead the crew and operate equipment necessary to install various utilities and associated units to complete projects. Supervise and assist with all aspects of projects including safety, managing team members, operation of equipment, completing field paperwork, training, and occasional labor duties.

PUSH Inc. is a privately owned premier communications and power utility contractor headquartered in Rice Lake, WI, providing telecom infrastructure globally for 50 years through a dedicated team committed to integrity and excellence.

Physical and Environmental Factors

• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Ability to walk, sit, stand, bend, twist, stoop, push, pull, carry, and lift as needed
• Ability to coordinate eyes, hands, feet, and limbs in performing skilled movement
• 100% travel with extended periods away from home

Responsibilities

• Meet or exceed all safety, quality, and productivity requirements for assigned projects
• Lead, direct, and mentor crews to ensure on-time completion while meeting financial and non-financial objectives
• Staff projects, recruit new talent, retain existing employees, and promote career advancement
• Manage employee relations, including recognition, discipline, and performance evaluations
• Recommend subcontractors for approval and initiate training/cross-training for personnel
• Handle daily scheduling and corrective actions to meet deadlines
• Monitor project performance for productivity, safety, and quality; resolve issues as needed
• Review and approve employee timecards and complete production reports daily
• Perform daily preventative maintenance on construction equipment and report issues to Fleet Manager
• Report equipment hours, miles, and other data to Fleet Manager weekly
• Abide by company, manufacturer, OSHA, and industry safety standards
• Establish positive working relationships with crew, customers, and subcontractors
• Conduct daily crew tool talk meetings to identify safety, quality, and productivity improvements
• Perform routine labor, operate equipment, and haul equipment to/from project sites
• Represent PUSH, Inc. professionally at all times
• Identify, recommend, and implement continuous improvement processes
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Two years’ supervisory experience within a utility construction setting
• Demonstrated field experience with digging operations in city/rural areas around utilities
• Experience operating equipment such as backhoe/loader, excavator, cable plow, and compact track loader (including attachments)
• Valid Driver’s License; Class A CDL preferred
• Ability to pass pre-employment screenings
• Ability to motivate, mentor, and lead teams
• Must work well with others and participate on a crew
• Embrace new technologies
• Positive attitude and strong communication/organizational skills
• Computer literate with Microsoft and Google G Suite experience
• Ability to read, comprehend, and prepare project-related work reports
• Ability to handle stressful situations and multitask effectively

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability insurance (industry-leading coverage)
• Free Teladoc and no-cost care options
• 401K with company match up to 3%
• Competitive pay with weekly checks
• Paid PTO and holidays
• Bonus potential
• Training and advancement opportunities
• Apprenticeship opportunities
• In-house CDL program
• Unlimited referral bonus program