Power Yard Foreman - Rayville, LA

Mortenson Construction; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Dental plan

401k retirement plan

Paid time off

Life insurance

Mental health resources

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption assistance

Gym discount

Job summary

Mortenson Construction is seeking a Power Yard Foreman to coordinate material handling and assist Electrical Helpers and Journeymen on site. You will help assemble and dismantle equipment, prep work areas, and ensure safe workspace practices.

The role requires reading basic instructions and blueprints, operating hand and power tools, and maintaining organization. You will work under supervision, support a diverse team, and contribute to on-site safety and productivity.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret safety regulations, operation and maintenance instructions, blueprints and schematic drawings.
• Ability to work with power and non-powered hand tools and operate equipment such as vibrators, pumps, drills and jackhammers, forklifts, skid loaders, and power buggies.

Responsibilities

• Measure, cut, and bend wire and conduit using various hand tools.
• Safely use hand and power tools after proper training.
• Lift, position, and fasten objects.
• Prepare, handle, and supply materials and tools to electrical trades.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, tools, and equipment.
• Work under close supervision according to standard instructions and procedures.
• Build relationships with colleagues from diverse backgrounds and levels.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Reading blueprints

Safety awareness

Tool handling

Physical stamina

Tools

Power tools

Hand tools

Job description

Power Yard Foreman

Mortenson is currently seeking an Power Yard Foreman that will be responsible for safely assisting Electrical Helpers and Journeyman with material handling, assembling and dismantling of equipment, preparing work areas, and cleaning of machines and workspaces.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Measure, cut, and bend wire and conduit utilizing various hand tools
• Safely utilize hand and power tools after proper training (drills, crimpers, cutters, etc.)
• Lift, position, and fasten objects
• Prepare, handle, and supply materials and tools to be used by electrical trades
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, tools, and equipment
• Work under immediate and close supervision according to standard instructions and established procedures
• Effectively work and build relationships with those of diverse backgrounds and organizational levels
• All other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• Relevant experience preferred
• Current driver's license
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety regulations, operation and maintenance instructions, blueprints and schematic drawings, and procedure manuals; ability to work with tools, such as power and non-powered hand tools; ability to work with equipment, such as vibrators, pumps, drills and jackhammers, forklifts, skid loaders, and power buggies
• Willing and able to follow instructions and ask clarifying questions; ability to handle materials that can weigh up to 200 lbs; strong teamwork orientation; positive attitude and professional customer service skills
• Detail oriented; active listening skills and effective communication including openness to diverse input and feedback
• Repetitive hand, arm, leg movements
• *Lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling: up to 50 lbs.
• Please note: this position description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of the duties and responsibilities of the position. The duties and responsibilities of this position may change without notice.

*Lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling over 50 lbs will be done with assistance of another team member or equipment.

A few benefits offered include:

**(for Non-Craft & Non-Union Craft working 25+ hours / week)

• Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage
• Dental plan
• 401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match
• Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves
• Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• No-Cost mental health tool and conciergewith extensive work-life resources
• Tuition reimbursement
• Adoption Assistance
• Gym Membership Discount Program

Please make note:

• Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.
• Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days.

ABOUT MORTENSON

As a top builder, developer, and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction), our expertise spans markets like sports, renewable energy, data centers, healthcare, and more. We are builders at heart, working to ensure the built environment has a lasting positive impact.

Let's Redefine Possible

Equal Employment Opportunity

Your uniqueness brings new and creative perspectives to the team. Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of your race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status or any other legally protected category.

Other Items to Note

• Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status, 0-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.