Lead General Foreperson - Electric Utility Ops & Safety

Xylem Tree Experts; Granbury (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K

Job summary

XKIG is seeking a General Foreperson to coordinate crews, equipment, and supplies for electric utility projects across multiple sites. The role requires prior experience around powerlines, willingness to travel, and strong supervision of safety and productivity on job sites.

The candidate will manage crews, enforce safety regulations, and ensure cost-effective execution while maintaining clear communication with utility representatives and field staff.

Qualifications

• Must be able to supervise the performance of individual employees and various crews’ performance.
• Must be able to delegate work and take accountability for the performance of a crew.
• Must maintain a professional and effective relationship with employees, customers, and the general public.
• Must be able to meet and demonstrate qualifications of all positions on a crew.
• Must be able to travel throughout the week to assigned crew locations.
• Must possess strong organizational skills.
• Must have and maintain a Driver’s License and be able to safely drive a company vehicle.
• Must be able to work outdoors under varying and sometimes adverse weather conditions.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain first-aid certification and CPR.
• Must be able to effectively communicate with others.
• Must be able to travel out of town for storm restoration work when needed.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate crew members, equipment, and supplies to complete jobs efficiently and profitably.
• Ensure safety practices and regulations are followed and 100% compliance is achieved.
• Keep utility representatives informed about crew status and equipment.
• Dispatch crews promptly to job sites and manage workload.

Skills

Supervisory leadership

Safety compliance

Travel flexibility

Communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

XKIG is seeking a General Foreperson to coordinate crews, equipment, and supplies for electric utility projects across multiple sites. The role requires prior experience around powerlines, willingness to travel, and strong supervision of safety and productivity on job sites.

The candidate will manage crews, enforce safety regulations, and ensure cost-effective execution while maintaining clear communication with utility representatives and field staff.