Foreperson - NON-UNION

Job Type

Full-Time, Non-Exempt

Benefits

• Company‑sponsored Retirement Plan
• Health Insurance (Medical/Dental/Vision)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life, long‑term and short‑term disability insurance

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and assign daily work for the crew after receiving and interpreting orders from a General Foreperson or Line Clearance Supervisor.
• Conduct field training and retraining, instructing crew on new or revised job units.
• Enforce safe work practices in accordance with experience, judgment, company policy, and OSHA regulations; conduct safety training per company procedures.
• Discuss access, power interruption, work scope, and property damage issues with property owners/customers; refer controversial cases to the General Foreperson.
• Obtain oral or written permission from property owners to perform required work.
• Promote and maintain good customer and public relations through effective completion of assigned work and appropriate crew behavior.
• Investigate incident reports and minor damage claims when delegated, and settle minor damage claims.
• Maintain accurate records, timesheets, and reports related to crew performance.
• Control crew costs through effective use of personnel, work methods, and equipment operation.
• Provide the General Foreperson and utility representative with reports on orders completed, units of work completed, crew time, minor damage repairs, and distribution.
• Periodically furnish reports on incidents, truck breakdowns, private property damage, new employee follow‑up, etc.
• Cooperate with customers, police, and fire departments when blocking streets or driveways.
• Set up barriers, warning signs, flags, markers, etc., to protect employees and safeguard the public from hazards.
• Determine emergency actions to eliminate hazards to life and property.
• Inspect and arrange necessary repairs to tools, trucks, and other equipment.
• Maintain good housekeeping on the truck and at work locations.
• Responsible for DOT maintenance and inspection requirements on all required vehicles.
• Stay informed regarding new equipment, specifications, standard practices, operating procedures, and company policies, including EEO and AA policies; request repair or replacement when necessary.

Minimum Qualifications

• Understanding of drawings and symbols representing lines, voltages, line equipment, etc.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Strong organization 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.
• Weight limit of approximately 300 pounds due to equipment capacity.
• No fear of heights.
• Willingness to travel for storm work.

Education & Experience

• Must be 18 years or older.
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent preferred.
• Valid Driver’s License required.

License & Certifications

• Valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) is required.

Physical Requirements

• Rare (less than 10%): crawling, climbing, gripping, lifting up to 50 lb.
• Occasional (up to 33%): standing, stooping, kneeling, squatting, body‑twisting, sense of touch, manual dexterity, lifting over 10 lb to 50 lb, 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 lb.
• Continuous (up to 100%): speaking clearly, seeing distant, seeing, hearing speech range, depth perception, color vision.