Pipe Crew Foreman

Who is Thornapple Excavating?
Over the last 40+ years, Thornapple Excavating has expanded to become one of the most well-known names in commercial excavating in West Michigan. The organization strives to be a leader in earthwork, utility installation, and other commercial excavating services. With a strong work ethic and attention to detail, customers can count on Thornapple Excavating, Inc. to deliver a high-quality product the first time, every time.

Job Responsibilities:

· Effectively manage a pipe crew of 4-5 others to maximize efficiency at each site.

· Read and understand blueprints to effectively explain the site utility plan to your crew.

· Ensure your crew is operating safely and efficiently.

· Proficiently direct your crew on the daily plan, as well as throughout the day.

· Communicate with project managers about the site-specific requirements or general plans and coordinate the personnel, equipment, material, or trucking you will need for your job.

· Complete daily timecards for yourself and your crew, fully and accurately outlining what you worked on during the day.

· Schedule, coordinate, and complete testing and inspections according to the requirements of the city or township you are working in.

· Oversee the crew’s general maintenance on equipment including inspecting, fueling, greasing, and cleaning tracks daily. Equipment should be clean and maintained inside and out.

· Oversee maintenance on small equipment and tools, ensuring everything is put away daily. Communicate with project managers when something needs to be replaced.

· Adjust to seasonal weather conditions and work for up to 12 hours per day.

· Willingness and ability to do what it takes to help get the job done, including operating different types of equipment or working as a topman when a situation demands it.

· Constructively guide the whole crew to be productive and efficient while improving every day.

· Ability to leave a site looking a way that positively reflects on your crew and Thornapple Excavating.

· Desire to keep safety in the front of your mind at all times.

Job Qualifications:

· Applicants should have a minimum of 10 years of experience working on a pipe crew, preferably in a variety of roles.

· Must have a firm understanding commercial excavating and underground utility installation.

· Ability to perform your work with limited direction / supervision and have the knowledge of how to prepare, install, and maintain the work and equipment.

· Prior experience as a pipe crew foreman is a plus, but not required.

· Comfortable working in a high-stress environment with strict deadlines.

· Be willing and able to work with crew members and open to alternative ways of getting things done.

· Must be safety-minded and have a strong work ethic.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k) with company match
• 100% paid company paid Health, Dental and Vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Year-end bonuses
• Company events and outings
• Referral bonus
• Foreman company vehicle

Schedule:

• Day shift

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Pipe Crew: 10 years (Preferred)

Work Location:

Multiple locations

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