Underground Foreman

Hays Electrical Services delivers excellent service to customers in hospitality, commercial, and solar industries with over 18 years of experience and hundreds of million-dollar projects completed. We approach each project with a cooperative mindset, working with business owners, contractors, and subcontractors toward successful project delivery.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Underground Foreman / Heavy Equipment Operator who can also operate heavy equipment ranging from 10,000 lb to 50,000 lb excavators. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in underground utility installation, excavation, and jobsite safety. This position requires both field leadership and hands-on equipment operation, along with the ability to read and interpret underground electrical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead underground crews on construction projects.
• Operate excavators and other heavy equipment (10,000–50,000 lbs) for trenching, excavation, backfill, and related tasks.
• Read and interpret underground electrical drawings, site plans, and utility layouts.
• Ensure work is completed according to project specifications, safety standards, and local codes.
• Coordinate daily work plans and communicate clearly with project managers and subcontractors.
• Enforce and model safe work practices and OSHA-compliant job site protocols.
• Complete required reports, documentation, and field logs accurately and on time.
• Identify underground risks and implement best practices for safe trenching and excavation (sloping, shoring, shielding).

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of experience in underground utility work and heavy equipment operation.
• Proven ability to lead field crews and manage daily tasks.
• Proficient in reading underground electrical drawings and construction plans.
• Valid Operator’s License for Heavy Equipment.
• Strong understanding of OSHA regulations and underground safety protocols.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.

Preferred Certifications & Training

• OSHA 30
• Confined Space Entry
• Trenching & Excavation Competent Person Certification
• Silica Awareness / Ladder Safety
• First Aid / CPR / AED Certification

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Work in various outdoor conditions.
• Ability to safely access confined spaces and trenches.