Foreman - Underground (Oncor)

Description

The foreman ensures safe execution of new construction, maintenance, and repair tasks on both energized and de‑energized underground work, leads and coaches crew members, conducts pre‑job briefings, and coordinates inspections.

• Perform new construction, maintenance, and repair of energized and de‑energized underground distribution systems safely.
• Lead, coach, and train crew members, conducting pre‑job and tailgate briefings.
• Troubleshoot underground circuits and identify primary, secondary, and induced voltages.
• Install, terminate, and test underground cables, duct banks, and line protection devices.
• Operate and maintain company vehicles, tools, and equipment, ensuring proper PPE use.
• Complete required paperwork and adhere to company reporting procedures.
• Conduct inspections and coordinate crew work, following flag/tag and grounding protocols.
• Plan and execute work based on job prints, work orders, and sloping/shoring requirements.
• Obtain one‑shot reclosure measurements and perform soil classification testing.
• Request and obtain line clearances, and safely phase out lines using phasing sticks.
• Travel long distances on short notice and be available for overtime, weekends, and holidays.

Requirements

The Underground Foreman role involves skilled construction, maintenance, and repair of electrical underground distribution systems.

Candidates must have at least five years of recent field experience, two years in a leadership role, a CDL, and the ability to read, communicate in English, lift over 50 lb, and travel on short notice.

The position requires frequent physical activity, exposure to outdoor weather, noise, fumes, and the ability to work overtime, weekends, and holidays as needed.

• Work in confined spaces and perform rigorous physical labor, including lifting over 50 lb.
• Hold at least five years of recent field experience, two years in a leadership role, a valid CDL, and effective English communication skills.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance