Natural Gas Foreman

Whitaker Construction; Ogden (UT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance

401 K and Match

Paid Holidays

Quarterly Incentive Program

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking a Natural Gas Foreman to supervise the safe installation of underground utilities. The role involves managing a crew, ensuring compliance with safety codes, and maintaining quality standards. Candidates should have a strong background in heavy equipment operation and a valid Class A CDL. Competitive compensation and benefits package offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in supervising underground natural gas utility installations.
• Efficient in operating heavy equipment.
• Valid Class A CDL and Medical Card required.
• Strong leadership and communication skills in field settings.
• Ability to read and interpret plans, specs, safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Supervise crews for installation of underground utilities and natural gas projects.
• Maintain safety and quality standards in compliance with OSHA/OQ.
• Inspect work to ensure compliance with specifications and codes.
• Ensure OSHA/OQ compliance and safe work practices; follow safety policy.
• Direct and train crew; mentor and evaluate performance.
• Maintain paperwork: timesheets, safety reports, as-builts, daily production logs.
• Secure the work site at shift end and coordinate with owners and inspectors.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety compliance

Crew supervision

Problem solving

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Vocational training (preferred)

Operator Qualifications for Dominion Energy

Tools

Excavators

Loaders

Lasers

Grade rods

Transit levels

Job description

Overview

Whitaker Construction, founded in 1953, has over 70 years of experience in the heavy civil and underground utility construction industry. Whitaker, an ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) company, has become one of the largest contractors in the intermountain area with more than 600 employees and nearly 70 crews. We perform sanitary sewer, storm drain, culinary water, irrigation, earthwork, roadway construction, dams, landfills, natural gas pipelines, industrial piping, and telecommunication projects primarily in Utah, Idaho, Nevada, Wyoming, Colorado, and Oregon.

Job Summary

A Natural Gas Foreman is responsible for the safe and productive layout, assembly, and installation of underground utilities and natural gas projects for the company. This position directly supervises a crew of 2-5 employees and carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the company’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Responsibilities and Duties

Including but not limited to the list below.

• Supervise natural gas crew in the safe installation and assembly of all aspects of underground utilities and natural gas projects.
• Prioritize and manage safety and quality expectations in the field.
• Read and interpret plans to understand the layout, sequencing, and method of pipe installations.
• Ensure crew maintains a safe work environment that complies with OSHA/OQ standards and enforce the company safety policy.
• Responsible for the overall quality of the finished product.
• Inspect work in progress and completed work to ensure conformance to specifications and local codes.
• Responsible for adherence to established production rates and construction schedule.
• Studies project specifications with project superintendent to plan procedures for pipe installation.
• Operates assigned heavy equipment to excavate, install and backfill utility infrastructure projects.
• Knowledge and use of specialized instruments such as lasers, grade rods, and transit levels for verification of proper grade of pipe and structure installation.
• Pre-survey job location and make calls to utility companies to locate utilities (Blue Stakes).
• Conduct jobsite orientation. Lead, train, and mentor all employees.
• Properly follows all federal, state, and company environmental policies.
• Maintain all paperwork as directed including timesheets, safety reports, as-builts, and daily production reports.
• Secure work site at the end of each shift to ensure public safety and security of equipment and materials.
• Maintain professional attitude with owners, inspectors, public, and company personnel.
• Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned by supervisors.

Qualifications and Skills

• High School Diploma or GED preferred. Any vocational training is strongly desired.
• Those with an education and/or work-related credential from a secondary or post-secondary educational system will be given preferred interview status (Precision Exams, NOCTE, etc.).
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience supervising the installation of underground natural gas utilities, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must be efficient at operating heavy equipment (excavators, loaders, etc.).
• Must have a Class A CDL.
• Must have a valid Medical Card per Department of Transportation (DOT) standard.
• Must possess current Operator Qualifications for Dominion Energy as a condition of continued employment.
• A clean driving record is required.
• Strong knowledge regarding the operation, safety, and maintenance of equipment being used.
• Ability to read and understand plans, specifications, safety, and quality standards, and effectively utilize all tools and equipment relevant to the work.
• Ability to detect unsafe or hazardous conditions of equipment and work environment.
• Ability to direct work and evaluate strengths and weaknesses of co-workers.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local codes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Problem solving abilities.
• Possess a strong sense of personal responsibility.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation to get to and from work.

Physical Requirements

• Able and willing to work long hours including day, night, weekend shifts as needed, and work outside of normal hours.
• Able to walk, lift, reach, stoop, stand, grasp, balance, climb, kneel, crouch, and lift up to 50 pounds frequently.
• Ability to travel to project sites that are typically within a 2-hour radius of the home office.
• Able to work in outside environments being subjected to weather changes, noise, vibrations, and job hazards.

Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). Employees earn shares in the company – All employees have ownership in the company and its success
• Competitive wages
• Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Short Term Disability, Supplemental Insurance
• 401 K and Match
• Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Personal Days
• Quarterly Incentive Program (profit sharing)
• Referral Bonuses
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Reasonable Accommodation

The ADA defines “reasonable accommodation” as a change or adjustment to a job or work environment that allows a qualified individual with a disability to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of a particular job and does not cause an undue hardship for the employer.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Whitaker Construction is an “equal opportunity employer.” Whitaker will not discriminate and will take “affirmative action” measures to ensure against discrimination in employment, recruitment, advertisements for employment, compensation, termination, upgrading, promotions, and other conditions of employment against any employee or job applicant on the bases of race, creed, color, national origin, or sex.

Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.