Underground Foreman

About the role

FiberTel is hiring an Underground Foreman.

Responsibilities

• All phases of underground construction including loading, driving, delivery, digging, removal and placement of various types, sizes and weight of construction materials and equipment.
• Load, unload, and transport material, tools, and equipment.
• Restore and landscape disturbed areas of the jobsite.
• Erect and disassemble scaffolding, shoring, braces, traffic barricades, and other temporary structures.
• Dig trenches, backfill excavations, and compact and level earth to grade specifications.
• Identify utilities in the trench/bore path.
• Perform daily maintenance and safety checks of equipment.
• Maintain a clean and safe job site.
• Identify utilities in the trench/bore path.
• Dig trenches, backfill excavations, and compact and level earth to grade specifications.
• Follow all on-site safety procedures.
• Report incidents to Supervisor or Safety Manager immediately.
• Contact permitted city Inspector.
• Submit daily time cards for crew members.
• Submit daily Pre-trip inspections and JHA’s.
• Operate all heavy equipment in a safe manner.
• Complete monthly assigned “Got Safety” lessons.
• Manage crew, ensure productivity.

Qualifications

• 3– 5 years’ experience in underground construction.
• Ability to read maps, plans, and blueprints and convey this information to others.
• Experience operating heavy equipment.
• Knowledge of proper operation and safety standards of heavy equipment.
• 1-3 years’ experience operating heavy machinery, including loaders, dozers, backhoes, and excavators.
• Traffic Control Maintainer certificate.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.
• Possess a valid driver’s license or be eligible and willing to obtain the required license for the position.
• A good driving record is required.
• Basic knowledge of and ability to operate various types of utility trucks and equipment in a safe manner.
• Basic knowledge of and ability to hand tools and equipment in a safe manner.
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers, employees, etc.
• Able to work in all weather conditions.
• Able to lift/carry 50 lbs regularly and up to 100 lbs as needed with or without assistance.
• Class A Commercial Driver’s License is a plus (Higher wage scales apply to CDL holders).
• OSHA 10 certificate.
• Previous construction experience, preferably in the underground industry.
• Ability to follow directions and take initiative when needed.
• Develop an understanding of daily maintenance for underground equipment.
• Ability to perform all underground procedures and duties.
• Ability to travel.

Physical Requirements

• The employee will need to have the ability to stand for long periods of time (up to 12 hours at a time).
• Tolerate work in extreme weather conditions.
• Speak and hear worksite safety instructions.
• Withstand prolonged and repeated: lifting, standing, climbing, kneeling, reaching and feeling, crouching, and crawling.
• The employee will need to be able to regularly lift 75 pounds.

What You'll Get

• Benefits include: Health Insurance: Medical, Dental, Vision Plans, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Flexible Spending Accounts/Health Savings Accounts PWR Discounts (Flight Tickets, Amusement Park Tickets, Nike) Group Discount (Pet Insurance, Auto Insurance, Home Insurance) Retirement Savings Plan (401K) with company matching Short & Long Term Disability Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance Paid Holidays and Vacation PerDiem based on project