Gas Foreman - Q3C IA

Overview

Primoris Gas Operations, a division of Q3 Contracting and related companies with over 60 years of experience in natural gas distribution, is hiring a Gas Foreman for operations in Ames, IA
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• Supervise jobsite crew(s) daily to complete scheduled work in a timely, safe, and Q3 CONTRACTING manner.
• Lead field operations, ensuring work is performed skillfully, efficiently, and on schedule.
• Participate in pre-job meetings and maintain thorough communications with the Area Supervisor.
• Prepare a two-week “look-ahead” for manpower, equipment, and tools; submit weekly with timesheets.
• Assure that tools and equipment are on hand and in good working order for the crew’s daily tasks.
• Accurately prepare field change memos, daily reports, and submit in a timely manner.
• Hold weekly safety “tailgate” meetings with all crew members and complete necessary paperwork.
• Maintain a construction journal on all jobs, recording conditions, weather, hazards, and any unusual circumstances; update daily.
• Insure the quality of work, assuring that all work performed by the crew(s) meets or exceeds customer or Q3 CONTRACTING standards and requirements.
• Inspect work in progress to ensure workmanship conforms to specifications and that the work adheres to construction schedules.
• Communicate to the Area Supervisor any complaints and grievances with the workforce, document problems, and resolve conflicts via mediation.
• Accurately record employee time, equipment usage, production quantities, materials, job notes and submit the information in the required timeframe.
• Maintain assigned equipment in good working order and perform field repairs as needed; coordinate equipment maintenance with the Area Supervisor.
• Train and mentor laborers on the crew, ensuring performance at a consistent Q3 CONTRACTING level.
• Maintain neat and orderly work areas that are secure from unlawful intrusions, and protect the public.
• Communicate and cooperate with homeowners, business owners, and job inspector(s) on job sites.
• Provide a safe working environment for the crews by following and administering the company safety program.
• Actively communicate with crews and Area Supervisor as required.
• Actively communicate and handle customer complaints to resolution when appropriate.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Strong leadership skills (three years minimum experience in a leadership role).
• Five years previous underground experience.
• Must have strong knowledge, skills and abilities in underground, both hard and soft surfaces.
• Ability to share expertise with others and continually build their knowledge and skills.
• Respond promptly to customer needs and resolve all issues satisfactorily.
• Maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Ability to project labor and equipment needs.
• Inspire respect and trust among the crews.
• Ability to delegate work assignments.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the EEO policy and promote a harassment‑free work environment.
• Treat people with respect and uphold the organizational values.
• Follow policies and procedures; complete administrative tasks correctly and on time.
• Consistently meet or exceed productivity standards.
• Deal with frequent changes, delays, or unexpected events.
• Good organization skills.

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Some education or training in construction and supervision.
• Good basic math, reading and writing skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Critical thinking, problem solving, and precision work skills.

• English required. Spanish a plus.
• Ability to read, interpret and implement work orders, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Ability to effectively communicate information to customers, homeowners, and other employees in the organization.

• Must be able to lift and/or move 100 pounds.
• Ability to drive on a stop and start basis daily and continually, getting in and out of trucks and/or equipment multiple times during the course of the day.
• Standing, walking including and primarily on uneven…