Pipe Crew Foreperson

Position Overview

In this role you will supervise and coordinate the day-to-day construction activities of one or more crews engaged in digging areas for laying out, assembling, and installing pipe, pipe systems, pipe supports, and fittings.

The ideal candidate will have a thorough knowledge of underground utility installation and will possess the ability to lead and motivate groups of individuals with diverse backgrounds and skillsets.

• Manage personnel in a safe and effective manner by providing onsite direction and guidance for employees during the course of the workday.
• Plan, troubleshoot and possess analytical skills schedule daily work assignments, assign priorities, requisition materials and equipment, in order to complete projects in a timely manner.
• Prepare and maintain required written records, logs, progress reports, time and weight tickets, attendance records and safety and inspection documents as required.
• Read and understand blueprints, charts, maps and other construction drawings and plans.
• Consult with other project supervisors and engineers, attend meetings, perform on-site inspections and conduct weekly safety meetings.
• Operate equipment safely and efficiently by utilizing equipment within its designed parameters.
• Locate utilities and other buried lines prior to digging.
• Perform pre and post shift inspection of equipment.
• Check equipment parts to ensure proper function of equipment.
• Perform daily safety and pre-task meetings.
• Assist with general labor and maintenance tasks as needed.
• Shovel earth/dirt to prepare ground trenches for pipes. (Must be able to perform labor intensive activities)
• May dig up existing ground pipes and other debris with manual tools as needed.
• Guide pipes into place while equipment operator maneuvers pipes attached with chains/guide wires.
• Attach trench box to chains/guide wires so it can be lowered or lifted by the equipment operator.
• Attach pipes to chains/guide wires.
• Cut pipe and connect pipe using misc. tools, lubricants, glue/grout.
• Set up and move laser level/tripod and pipe lasers.
• Perform job site clean-up.
• Fence off job site areas for safety purposes. Set up barricades and safety cones.
• Perform minor servicing and maintenance or refer major problems to the supervisor.
• Keep machines cleaned and maintained.
• Travel to and from various locations.
• Participate in and promote an inclusive work environment.

• Demonstrated experience and familiarity with the installation of underground wet utilities.
• Knowledge of utility installation (extensive knowledge of underground utility’s installation practices).
• Valid Driver’s license.
• Ability to read and comprehend blueprints, site specifications, simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed, but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
• Safety minded professional who demonstrates good performance, attendance, and punctuality.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screen and physical examination.
• Must have current authorization to work in the United States.
• Travel will be required at times for this job and may require 50% or more during work season.

• Leadership experience preferred.
• CDL a plus but not required.

• GRIP – with at least 90 lbs. of force.
• CLIMBING – in, around, and on equipment.
• HEAVY LIFTING – of extremely awkward parts and equipment up to 75 lbs. from floor to waist.
• AWKWARD POSITIONS – getting to and from both sitting and kneeling on the ground.
• FLEXIBILITY – awkward reaches.
• BALANCE – including standing and walking on extremely slick and uneven surfaces while carrying.
• VISION – 20/40 corrected vision to see moving safety hazards, moving equipment, vehicles, and obstructions.
• HEARING – corrected to hear verbal safety warnings and instructions from coworkers.

• Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts; outside weather conditions and vibration. The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions.
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