Excavation - Site Crew Foreman

Thornapple Excavating, Inc.; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

100% paid Health, Dental and Vision insurance

Paid time off

Year-end bonuses

Company events and outings

Referral bonus

Foreman company vehicle

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Pipe Crew Foreman to lead a skilled team in delivering high-quality excavating services. This role involves managing a crew, ensuring safety, and maintaining equipment while working in a dynamic environment. With over 40 years in the business, the company values strong work ethics and attention to detail, promising a rewarding experience for those who thrive in a fast-paced setting. Join a team that prides itself on excellence and safety, where your leadership will directly impact project success and crew productivity.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in pipe crew roles with a strong understanding of excavating.
• Experience in managing crew operations and ensuring safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage a pipe crew effectively to maximize efficiency at work sites.
• Communicate with project managers and coordinate necessary resources.

Skills

Leadership

Blueprint Reading

Safety Awareness

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Excavating Equipment

Small Tools Maintenance

Job description

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Who is Thornapple Excavating?

Over the last 40+ years, Thornapple Excavating has expanded to become one of the most well-known names in commercial excavating in West Michigan. The organization strives to be a leader in earthwork, utility installation, and other commercial excavating services. With a strong work ethic and attention to detail, customers can count on Thornapple Excavating, Inc. to deliver a high-quality product the first time, every time.

Job Responsibilities:

• Effectively manage a pipe crew of 4-5 others to maximize efficiency at each site
• Read and understand blueprints to effectively explain the site utility plan to your crew
• Ensure your crew is operating safely and efficiently
• Proficiently direct your crew on the daily plan, as well as throughout the day
• Communicate with project managers about the site-specific requirements or general plans and coordinate the personnel, equipment, material, or trucking you will need for your job
• Complete daily timecards for yourself and your crew, fully and accurately outlining what you worked on during the day
• Schedule, coordinate, and complete testing and inspections according to the requirements of the city or township you are working in
• Oversee the crew’s general maintenance on equipment including inspecting, fueling, greasing, and cleaning tracks daily. Equipment should be clean and maintained inside and out
• Oversee maintenance on small equipment and tools, ensuring everything is put away daily. Communicate with project managers when something needs to be replaced
• Adjust to seasonal weather conditions and work for up to 12 hours per day
• Willingness and ability to do what it takes to help get the job done, including operating different types of equipment or working as a topman when a situation demands it
• Constructively guide the whole crew to be productive and efficient while improving every day
• Ability to leave a site looking a way that positively reflects on your crew and Thornapple Excavating
• Desire to keep safety in the front of your mind at all times

Job Qualifications:

• Applicants should have a minimum of 10 years of experience working on a pipe crew, preferably in a variety of roles
• Must have a firm understanding of commercial excavating and underground utility installation
• Ability to perform your work with limited direction/supervision and have the knowledge of how to prepare, install, and maintain the work and equipment
• Prior experience as a pipe crew foreman is a plus, but not required
• Comfortable working in a high-stress environment with strict deadlines
• Be willing and able to work with crew members and open to alternative ways of getting things done
• Must be safety-minded and have a strong work ethic

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k) with company match
• 100% paid company paid Health, Dental and Vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Year-end bonuses
• Company events and outings
• Referral bonus
• Foreman company vehicle

Schedule:

• Day shift

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Pipe Crew: 10 years (Preferred)

Work Location: Multiple locations

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Management and Manufacturing

Industries: Internet Publishing