Foreperson - NON-UNION w​/CDL - A Drivers License

Foreperson

Ensures the productivity of daily operations, works closely with management to determine recruiting, hiring needs, deadlines, and safety protocols, and enforces these among the crew. Responsible for troubleshooting routine site issues, engaging all employees and contractors on required training, managing, and mentoring.

Full-Time +, Non-Exempt

Competitive Hourly

• Company-sponsored Retirement Plan
• Health Insurance (Medical/Dental/Vision)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life, long-term/short-term disability insurance

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 on the first day of employment. For more information on the benefits available for this role, please contact the recruiter or hiring manager.

• Plans, coordinates, and assigns daily work for the crew after receiving and interpreting orders from a General Foreperson or Line Clearance Supervisor.
• Conducts field training or retraining, instructing crew on new or revised job units.
• Enforces safe work practices, as experience, judgment, company policy, and OSHA specify, and conducts safety training in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Discusses with property owner/customer(s) issues such as obtaining access, power interruption, work to be done, and responsibility for apparent property damage; refers controversial cases to the General Foreperson.
• Obtains oral or written permission from property owners to perform required work.
• Promotes and maintains good customer and public relations through the effective completion of assigned work and the appropriate behavior of employees on the crew.
• May be delegated the authority to investigate incident reports, damage claims, etc., and to settle minor damage claims.
• Maintains accurate records, timesheets, and reports related to the performance of the crew operation.
• Controls crew costs, including effective use of people-power, work methods, operation of equipment, etc.
• Furnishes reports to the General Foreperson and utility representative regarding completed orders, units of work, crew time, minor damage repairs, and distribution.
• Periodically furnishes reports on incidents, truck breakdowns, private property damage, new employee follow-up, etc.
• Cooperates with customers, police, and fire departments when blocking streets or driveways.
• Sets up barriers, warning signs, flags, and markers to protect employees and safeguard the public from hazards; in emergencies determines action to eliminate hazards to life and property.
• Inspects and makes or provides for necessary repairs to tools, trucks, and other equipment.
• Maintains good housekeeping on the truck and at work locations.
• Responsible for DOT maintenance and inspection requirements on all required vehicles.
• Keeps informed regarding new equipment, specifications, standard practices, operating procedures, and customer and company employee relations policies, including EEO and AA policies; requests repair or replacement when necessary.

• Understanding of drawings and symbols representing lines, voltages, line equipment, etc.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Organizational skills and ability to multi-task.
• Capability to adjust to field requirements and take independent action without close supervision.
• Safe driving of an approved company vehicle.
• Ability to work with hands above head for extended periods of time.
• Body weight not to exceed approximately 300 pounds due to equipment capacity.
• No fear of heights.
• Ability to travel for storm work.

• Must be 18 years or older.
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent preferred.
• CDL-A Class Driver’s License required.

• Potential employees may be required to undergo a pre-employment drug screen, background check, and/or MVR check upon offer.

• A valid Commercial Driver’s license (CDL) is required.

• Rare (up to 10%): crawling, climbing, gripping, lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Occasional (up to 33%): standing, stooping, kneeling, squatting, body…