Foreman, Fuel Construction

Frontline Source Group - Nationwide Staffing & Executive Search; New Mexico; On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary plus annual discretionary

PTO and Holidays

401k with Match

Company truck and fuel card

Company-paid hotel accommodations for寝

Job summary

The Foreman, Fuel Construction will lead a traveling crew responsible for underground fuel system installations across New Mexico and neighboring states, reporting to the Director of Fuel Construction. You will supervise field crews, perform hands-on work, enforce safety standards, and coordinate with fuel supply personnel and contractors.

This role requires a high school diploma, 5+ years of construction experience, an active underground storage tank installer license (NM/TX/OK/AZ), and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Five or more years of construction or related field experience.
• Active underground storage tank installer license in NM, TX, OK, or AZ required before offer.
• New Mexico underground storage tank installer license strongly preferred.
• Experience completing full fuel installations and leading construction crews.
• Experience operating excavators, loaders, skid steers; advanced excavator operation preferred.
• Willingness to travel extensively; up to 100% travel.
• OSHA 30 Hour, Confined space, Excavation safety training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily work assignments according to project priorities, construction plans, and deadlines.
• Lead and provide immediate field supervision to construction crew members and contractors.
• Delegate responsibilities and project assignments across the crew.
• Manage a crew typically consisting of three laborers and one equipment operator.
• Complete full fuel system installations, including underground storage tanks, fuel piping, dispensers, Verifone equipment, and equipment programming.
• Oversee safe excavation, preparation, grading, installation, and completion of underground fuel tank sites.
• Operate excavators, loaders, skid steers, and other heavy construction equipment as needed.
• Perform precise excavation work for fuel installation projects.
• Assist crew members with heavy labor and field tasks as required.
• Monitor project quality, regulatory compliance, safety, and progress.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team building

Conflict resolution

Safety awareness

Travel readiness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

UST installer license (NM/ TX/OK/AZ)

NM UST license preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Our client is seeking a Foreman within Fuel Construction who may reside anywhere in New Mexico. This is a direct hire opportunity requiring extensive travel throughout the company's geographic territory.

Company Profile

Growing Convenience Retail Organization

Foreman, Fuel Construction Role

The Foreman, Fuel Construction will report directly to the Director of Fuel Construction and lead a traveling crew responsible for completing underground fuel system installations throughout the company's geographic territory.

The Foreman will provide daily direction to a crew consisting of laborers and an equipment operator while remaining actively involved in fieldwork.

This person must be comfortable managing complex projects, operating heavy equipment, enforcing safety standards, resolving field issues, and ensuring work is completed accurately and according to applicable regulations.

Responsibilities include:

• Coordinate daily work assignments according to project priorities, construction plans, and deadlines
• Lead and provide immediate field supervision to construction crew members and contractors
• Delegate individual responsibilities and project assignments across the crew
• Manage a crew typically consisting of three laborers and one equipment operator
• Complete full fuel system installations, including underground storage tanks, fuel piping, dispensers, Verifone equipment, and equipment programming
• Oversee the safe excavation, preparation, grading, installation, and completion of underground fuel tank sites
• Operate excavators, loaders, skid steers, and other heavy construction equipment as needed
• Perform highly precise excavation work required for underground storage tank installations
• Assist crew members with heavy manual labor and other field responsibilities when necessary
• Monitor project quality, regulatory compliance, safety, and construction progress
• Communicate project status, challenges, staffing needs, and completion timelines to the Director of Fuel Construction
• Train, coach, and develop laborers and equipment operators seeking advancement within the fuel construction department
• Provide hands on instruction to employees who need assistance completing work safely and correctly
• Resolve crew conflicts, performance concerns, and miscommunications quickly and professionally
• Maintain a productive worksite and ensure crew members remain engaged throughout the workday
• Facilitate or support required safety and equipment training
• Maintain accurate documentation, expense reports, and project related records
• Travel to project sites throughout Texas, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Arizona, and other areas within the company's operating territory

The position reports directly to the Director of Fuel Construction and partners closely with fuel supply personnel and construction crews.

High school diploma or equivalent required

Five or more years of construction or related field experience

Must hold an active underground storage tank installer license in New Mexico, Texas, Oklahoma, or Arizona before an employment offer can be made

New Mexico underground storage tank installer license strongly preferred

Candidates licensed in another state may be considered if they are willing and able to obtain an acceptable license before an offer is extended

Experience completing full fuel installations, including underground fuel tanks, dispensers, Verifone equipment, and equipment programming

Experience leading construction crews, assigning work, and managing field performance

Strong understanding of construction management practices

Excavator, loader, and skid steer experience

Advanced excavator operating ability strongly preferred, including experience performing precise excavation work

Long arm excavator experience preferred

OSHA 30 Hour Occupational Safety and Health training preferred

Confined space training preferred

Excavation safety training preferred

Personal fall protection training preferred

Strong leadership, conflict resolution, communication, and team building abilities

Ability to work effectively with field employees, contractors, and company leadership

Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions

Ability to perform heavy physical labor and strenuous tasks

Strong critical thinking, organization, deadline management, and attention to detail

Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook

Valid driver's license with a driving history that demonstrates safe driving practices

Ability and willingness to travel extensively

This position requires extensive travel and is best suited for someone already accustomed to project based field construction.

Employees generally travel to the project site early Monday morning and typically work Monday through Friday and generally return home Friday when project location and scheduling allow

Projects may require employees to remain near the worksite for two to three weeks

Weekend work may occasionally be required

Employees may remain in a hotel over the weekend when the project is too far from home for reasonable weekend travel

Flexibility regarding project schedules, work locations, and extended stays is required

The role requires up to 100 percent travel throughout the company's geographic area.

Benefits and Features

• Base salary and annual discretionary bonus
• PTO and Holidays
• 401k with Match
• Company truck, company fuel card and credit card
• Company paid hotel accommodations for overnight projects and meal allowances
• Monthly cell phone stipend
• Company support for obtaining additional underground storage tank installer licenses
• Career development opportunities for employees interested in obtaining additional licenses and advancing within the fuel construction operation