Pole Foreperson

** Description*
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** Foreperson Utility Pole Inspection GOS*
* The ideal candidate will demonstrate the willingness and the ability to learn the wooden pole inspection process through an up to 8-week training period of both on-the-job and classroom instruction, will demonstrate good work ethics, and enjoy working outdoors.

A company vehicle will be issued once successful completion of the training and transitioned to the foreperson's responsibilities.
** This role requires travel. Please refer to the details mentioned in the travel section for more information!*
* As a utility pole inspection foreperson, you'll lead a crew of field workers in providing routine maintenance and remedial treatment of wood poles used to carry power lines and other above-ground utility lines. You'll also gain experience identifying any decay or defects with poles.
** This is a skilled trade and entry level position into the utility industry!*
* PPE will be provided, including Hardhat, Safety Vest, Safety glasses, work gloves, etc. You'll be required to provide acceptable workwear and good work boots with a hard toe.

** Job Type** :

Full-Time +, Non-Exempt

** Pay** :

+ $23.00 - $24.00 per hour while On-the-job training.

+ After on-the-job training is completed the pay rate will increase to $24.00 - $30.00 based on experience & performance.

+ Per Diem is offered based on travel criteria.

+ Performance Incentive Program.

** Benefits:*
* + Health Insurance (Medical/Dental/Vision) from day one

+ Company-sponsored Retirement Plan

+ Employee Assistance Program

+ Life, long-term/short-term disability insurance

+ Vacation

+ Paid Holidays after 90 days

** Essential Functions & Responsibilities:*
* + Hiring, training, managing, and supervising a crew of 1 to 5 people.

+ Maintain all tools, vehicles, and equipment.

+ Achieve expected safety, quality, and production goals.

+ Collect field data and maintain daily and weekly reports.

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* Minimum Qualifications:

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* + Must be 18 years of age or older.

+ The ideal candidates will be ambitious, career-minded, and safety-conscious.

+ Computer and smartphone literate

+ Ability to read maps and navigate in congested areas.

+ Independently manage time and workload to meet deadlines.

+ Mechanically inclined and has experience with a variety of tools.

+ This is an outdoor position; the ideal candidate will understand the importance of adapting to various elements and weather conditions.

+ This is a minimum 40-hour workweek with Saturdays considered inclement weather make-up days.

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* Education & Experience:

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* + High School Diploma or GED equivalent preferred.

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Experience with Wooden pole inspection is preferred but not required.

** Pre-Screen:*
* + Upon offer, employees may be required to complete and pass a pre-employment drug screen, background, and/or MVR check.

** License &

Certifications:

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* + Driver's License Required.

** Travel Requirements:*
* + Willing to travel locally, statewide, and regionally as needed. Overnight stays will be necessary (Paid hotel accommodations provided by the employer and a per-diem).

+ Must be willing to travel to complete the initial required training as needed and based on experience.

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* Physical Requirements:

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** RARE** (less than 10%): squatting, depth-perception, color-vision, crawling, pushing, pulling, seeing distant, climbing ladders, balancing, gripping

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** OCCASIONAL** (up to 33%): stooping, kneeling, squatting, body-twisting, sense-of-touch, manual-dexterity, lifting up to 10 lbs., lifting up to 50 lbs., lifting over 10 lbs. to 50 lbs., climbing stairs, carrying, lifting, range-of-motion, reaching

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** FREQUENT** (up to 66%): standing, walking, sitting

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** CONTINUOUS** (up to 100%): seeing, reading, hearing-speech-range, speaking clearly

Individuals with a disability who desire a reasonable accommodation can contact the ADA Coordinator by calling  *** . We partner with the Department of Homeland Security/U.S. Customs and Immigration Service to e-Verify all newly hired employees.

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** Benefits*
* We offer a competitive range of benefits to support our employees' health, well-being, and financial security. Medical, dental, and vision benefits are available to all eligible employees…