Underground Distribution Foreperson - NON-UNION

Description

• Manage crew training, disciplinary action, work production, safety practices, and policy interpretation
• Provide daily communication with client representatives
• Direct crewmembers on specific job tasks
• Enforce safety practices and obtain property owner permissions
• Maintain accurate records
• Receive and interpret orders from General Foreperson and utility coordinator
• Direct emergency situations and assist with accident reports and incident investigations
• Control job costs
• Conduct inspections, ensure proper working conditions, and repair tools and equipment as needed
• Assist with field training on new equipment
• Liaise with customers, property owners, the public, other contractors, utilities, and government agencies
• Operate excavation, backfilling, lifting, and other construction equipment
• Assist with service calls regarding power outages and electrical problems
• Participate in regional safety training and adhere to safety policies
• Operate manual digging devices, wrenches, hammers, saws, and jackhammers

Requirements

Candidates must be at least 18 years old, possess a valid CDL, and have at least two years of underground utility experience, including knowledge of three‑phase underground switching and pothead termination. The role requires the ability to operate a variety of excavation and hand tools, solve on‑site problems, and travel out‑of‑state for emergency storm work. Physical demands include frequent walking, lifting up to 50 lb, and continuous standing.

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Knowledge of 3‑phase underground switching and pothead termination
• Ability to follow directions, work safely and productively, solve unidentified circumstances, and operate/service required tools and equipment
• Valid commercial driver’s license (CDL) required
• Willing to travel out of state for emergency storm work
• Rare physical tasks: crawling, climbing, climbing stairs, reaching
• Occasional physical tasks: stooping, kneeling, squatting, body twisting, sense of touch, range of motion, climbing ladders, balancing
• Frequent physical tasks: walking, manual dexterity, seeing distant, climbing on/off truck, reading, gripping, lifting 10‑50 lb, carrying, pushing, pulling
• Continuous physical tasks: standing, speaking clearly, sitting, seeing, hearing, depth perception, color vision, lifting up to 10 lb
• Pre‑employment drug screen, background, and/or MVR check may be required

Benefits

Utility Lines Construction Services, Inc. is hiring an Underground Distribution Foreperson for its Underground Distribution Construction and Maintenance Department. The foreperson will supervise crew members during construction and maintenance activities, ensure safety compliance, and coordinate with clients and utilities. The position offers competitive hourly pay and a comprehensive benefits package.

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Matching 401(k) plan
• Paid holidays and vacation
• FR clothing provided
• Employee payroll deduction program

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance