Foreman (Mountain West Region) - JKL Associates

PUSH, Inc.; Great Falls (MT); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401K with Company Match

Paid PTO and Holidays

Training & Advancement Opportunities

Unlimited Referral Bonus Program

Job summary

A leading utility contractor is seeking a Foreman responsible for overseeing crew operations, ensuring safety standards, and managing project timelines. The ideal candidate will have two years of supervisory experience in utility construction and the ability to operate essential equipment like backhoes and excavators. This role offers competitive pay, benefits including medical and 401K, and opportunities for training and advancement, emphasizing teamwork and safety compliance.

Qualifications

• Two years of supervisory experience in utility construction.
• Ability to operate construction equipment and handle outdoor work.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor crews to ensure project completion.
• Manage employee relations and performance evaluations.
• Conduct daily safety briefings and tool talks.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Multitasking

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Education

Two years supervisory experience

Tools

Backhoe/Loader

Excavator

Cable Plow

Job description

Overview

Foreman is responsible for leading the crew and operating equipment necessary to install various utilities and associated units to complete projects. The Foreman will supervise and assist with all aspects of projects such as safety, managing team members, operation of equipment, completing associated field paperwork, training, and occasional labor duties.

JKL Associates Inc., a Division of PUSH Inc. is a privately owned premier communications and power utility contractor who has been providing telecom infrastructure for 50 years through its dedicated team members who have integrity and continually strive for excellence. The PUSH Inc. Corporate Office is located in Rice Lake, Wisconsin.

Physical and Environmental Factors

• Ability to work outdoors and to work in all types of outdoor weather.
• Ability to walk, sit, stand, bend, twist, stoop, push, pull, carry, and lift as needed.
• Ability to coordinate eyes, hands, feet, and limbs in performing skilled movement.
• Ability to travel and be away from home for extended periods of time.
• 100% travel.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities (Essential Functions)

• Responsible for meeting or exceeding all safety, quality and productivity requirements for project(s) assigned.
• Leads, directs, and mentors crews regarding all aspects of projects to ensure on time completion while meeting all financial and non-financial objectives.
• Responsible for staffing projects, actively recruiting new talent, retention of existing employees and promote career advancement.
• Manages employee relation issues and provides recognition, discipline, and performance evaluations.
• Recommends additional subcontractors for approval.
• Recommends and initiates training and cross training for all personnel in their area of responsibility to become experts in their field.
• Responsible for daily scheduling and taking appropriate corrective action to meet or beat deadlines.
• Monitors overall project performance to productivity, safety and quality standards and takes appropriate action to resolve issues.
• Responsible daily for reviewing and approving employee timecards and completing the required production reports.
• Responsible for daily preventative maintenance on construction equipment and reports issues to the Fleet Manager immediately.
• Responsible for reporting weekly to the Fleet Manager information such as equipment hours, miles, etc.
• Abide by all company and manufacturer provided safety operational procedures, industry safety standards, OSHA, and other applicable regulations.
• Establishes a positive working relationship with crew, customers, and subcontractors.
• Conducts daily crew tool talk meetings to identify safety, quality, and productivity opportunities for improvement.
• Perform routine labor and operate equipment.
• Hauls equipment to, from and around project site.
• Represent Push, Inc. in a positive and professional manner at all times.
• Identifies, recommends, and implements continuous improvement processes and procedures that will elevate the company as a whole.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education and/or Experience

• Work Experience: Two (2) years’ supervisory experience within a utility construction setting. Demonstrated field experience with digging operations in city and rural areas around utilities and operating equipment such as backhoe/loader, excavator, cable plow and compact track loader, including various attachments.

Requirements

• Valid Driver’s License, Class A CDL preferred.
• Must be able to pass pre-employment screenings.
• Ability to motivate, mentor, and lead teams.
• Must work well with others and participate on a crew.
• Embrace new technologies.
• Positive attitude.
• Computer literate and experience using Microsoft and Google G Suite.
• Ability to read, comprehend and prepare all project-related work reports.
• Ability to handle stressful situations and workloads.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and planning skills.
• Ability to multitask effectively.

Benefits of Joining the PUSH Team

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability – Industry Leading!
• Free Teladoc, No-Cost Care Options
• 401K with Company Match up to 3%
• Competitive pay, weekly checks
• Paid PTO and Holidays
• Bonus Potential
• Training & Advancement Opportunities
• Apprenticeship Opportunities
• In-house CDL Program
• Unlimited Referral Bonus Program
• And Much More!

Push, Inc is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer (EEOC/M/F/D/V)