Foreman - Johnson Service Company Eastern Nebraska

Midlands Contracting, Inc.; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 85,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Bonus program

Paid training

Health insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with match

Dental and Vision insurance

Flexible Benefits Plan

Aflac supplemental insurance options

Job summary

Johnson Service Company, a division of Midlands Contracting, Inc., is seeking a Foreman to join our growing construction team across Eastern Nebraska. This role requires leading a two-person crew, coordinating with city engineers, and traveling Mon-Fri with home weekends.

You will oversee pipeline cleaning and televising operations and ensure safety protocols on every project. Competitive salary, travel perks, and company-provided equipment are offered, with a strong emphasis on reliability,

Qualifications

• Class A or B CDL required (or ability to obtain one)
• Previous supervisory or management experience
• Ability to lead and manage a two-person crew
• Experience in pipeline cleaning/televising preferred (training provided)
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs. and work extended periods

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a two-person crew across projects
• Coordinate with city engineers and officials on project requirements
• Monitor daily manhours and production quantities
• Ensure safety rules are followed and trainings completed
• Oversee pipeline cleaning and televising operations

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Safety awareness

Dependability

Mechanical aptitude

Problem solving

Tools

Pipeline observation system

Jetting equipment

Job description

Johnson Service Company, a division of Midlands Contracting, Inc., is seeking a Foreman to join our growing construction team. This position is based throughout Eastern Nebraska, and you can live anywhere in the region. We are looking for an individual with a strong work ethic, attention to detail, dependability, and a willingness to travel.

Job Details

• Salary: $85,000 - $150,000 (based on experience)
• Hours: 50+ hours per week (no weekends)
• Travel: Most projects require being out of town Monday-Friday (home on weekends)
• Hotel accommodations provided by the company
• Nightly per diem for meals while working out of town
• Company-provided pickup truck and cell phone
• Year-round employment—no winter layoffs

Requirements

• Class A or B CDL required (or the ability and desire to obtain one)
• Previous supervisory or management experience required
• Ability to lead and manage a two-person crew effectively
• Capable of managing projects, including communication with city employees and engineers while maintaining professionalism
• Experience in pipeline cleaning and televising is preferred but not required—training will be provided
• Ability to troubleshoot and manage difficult situations encountered during cleaning and televising operations
• Ability to operate a pipeline observation computer system for televising (training provided)
• Must be mechanically inclined
• Experience with the operation, maintenance, and minor repairs of combo trucks used for jetting and vacuuming pipelines
• Responsible for tracking and entering daily manhours and production quantities
• Responsible for documenting performance feedback or issues clearly and professionally
• Able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. independently and assist with heavier loads as needed
• Able to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl for extended periods
• Must abide by all company safety rules (safety training provided)
• Ability to pass a post-offer, pre-employment drug screenMust be authorized to work in the United States

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Bonus program
• Paid training opportunities
• Health Insurance: Company pays 50% of premiums for employees and family members
• Life Insurance: Company pays 50% of premiums for employees and family members
• 401(k) with company match (immediate vesting)
• Dental and Vision insurance
• Cafeteria/Flexible Benefits Plan
• Aflac supplemental insurance options

Notice to Applicant

This position is subject to an MVR and criminal history report.