Foreperson CDL Required Non-Union

Full-Time+, Non-Exempt position.

About the role

Ensures the productivity of daily operations, working closely with management to determine recruiting/hiring needs, deadlines, and safety protocols to enforce among the crew. The Foreperson troubleshoots routine job site issues, engages all employees/contractors on required training, and provides management and mentoring.

Responsibilities

• Plans, coordinates, and assigns daily work for the crew after receiving/interpreting orders from a General Foreperson/Line Clearance Supervisor.
• Conducts field training/retraining, instructing crew on new or revised job units.
• Promotes and upholds a culture of safety, applying sound judgment, adhering to company policies, and complying with OSHA specifications to ensure safe work practices.
• Conducts safety training in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Discusses with property owner/customer(s) issues such as obtaining access, power interruption, work to be done, and responsibility for apparent property damage; refers controversial cases to the General Foreperson.
• Obtains oral or written permission from property owners to perform required work.
• Promotes and maintains good customer and public relations through the effective completion of assigned work and the appropriate behavior of employees on the crew.
• May investigate incident reports, damage claims, etc., and settle minor damage claims.
• Maintains accurate records, timesheets, and reports related to the performance of the crew operation.
• Controls crew costs, including effective use of people power, work methods, and operation of equipment.
• Furnishes General Foreperson and utility representative with reports of orders completed, units of work completed, crew time, minor damage repairs, and distribution.
• Periodically furnishes reports on incidents, truck breakdowns, private property damage, new employee follow-up, etc.
• Cooperates with customers, police, and fire departments when blocking streets or driveways.
• Establishes physical safeguards such as barriers, warning signs, flags, and markers to protect employees and the public from potential hazards.
• In emergency situations, makes swift and informed decisions to mitigate risks to both life and property.
• Inspects and makes or provides necessary repairs to tools, trucks, and other equipment.
• Maintains good housekeeping on the truck and at work location.
• Responsible for DOT maintenance and inspection requirements on all required vehicles.
• Keeps informed regarding new equipment, specifications, standard practices, operating procedures, and customer and company employee relations policies and practices, including EEO and AA policies.
• Requests repair or replacement of equipment when necessary.

Requirements

• Understanding of drawings and symbols representing lines, voltages, line equipment, etc.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Organizational skills and ability to multi-task.
• Capability to adjust to field requirements and take independent action without close supervision.
• Ability to safely drive an approved company vehicle.
• Ability to work with hands above head for extended periods of time.
• Due to the capacity of existing equipment, weight should not exceed approximately 300 pounds.
• No fear of heights.
• 18 years or older.
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent preferred.
• 1+ year of experience in the Line Clearance industry is required.
• Valid Commercial Driver's license (CDL) is required.

Physical Requirements

• Rare (less than 10%): crawling, climbing, gripping, lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Occasional (up to 33%): standing, stooping, kneeling, squatting, body-twisting, sense of touch, manual dexterity, lifting over 10 lbs. to 50 lbs., reaching, range-of-motion, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, climbing ladders, climbing stairs, balancing.
• Frequent (up to 66%): walking, sitting, climbing on/off truck, reading, lifting up to 10 lbs.
• Continuous (up to 100%): speaking clearly, seeing distant, seeing, hearing-speech-range, depth-perception, color vision.

Work Conditions

• Works in proximity to energized power lines.
• Works around excessive noise from machines, chain saw, woodchipper, and other equipment with hearing protection.
• Works in all temperatures and weather conditions, exposed to nature (e.g., irritating plants, biting or stinging insects, dust).
• Works at varying heights above ground and on unlevel terrain.
• Must be able to walk, climb, and work from ladders or at various heights, on uneven and slippery surfaces.
• Performs mentally/physically demanding work under unfavorable weather conditions while handling equipment or material.
• Must have sufficient eyesight to judge distance/coordination of equipment and tools.
• Able to maintain attention and concentration for extended periods of time.
• Able to withstand exposure to all kinds of weather while completing work assignments.
• Able to wear personal protective equipment as necessary.
• Able to enter and exit a vehicle numerous times a day.
• Must have the endurance necessary to traverse various terrain.
• Capable of performing job duties throughout a standard 8- or 10-hour day.
• Able to communicate with others, read, write, and comprehend written/verbal job instructions and information.
• Able to communicate and handle conflict professionally.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision benefits are available to all eligible employees on the first day of employment. Benefit options vary based on tenure, position, and work location.