Streetlight Foreman - Wilmington, NC

ISA Certified Arborist; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K

Paid Time Off

Job summary

XKIG is seeking a Streetlight/LED Foreman in the United States to lead crews across streetlight projects and maintain safe, efficient operations. You will ensure timely completion, coordinate with clients, and train team members on site with an emphasis on safety and quality.

The role requires coordination with customers, scheduling, and adherence to company policies. It offers full-time hours, benefits, and travel as storms or emergencies arise.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• 4+ years in construction with leadership experience.
• Valid Driver’s License with clean record.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Willing to work nights and travel as needed.
• Background check and drug screen required.

Responsibilities

• Plan assignments for day and night Streetlight/LED crews.
• Communicate with customers and solve problems.
• Conduct field checks to ensure on-time goals.
• Assist LED crews with field questions.
• Coordinate with customers to provide materials.
• Lead safety meetings and OSHA compliance.
• Ensure proper supplies on trucks and gear availability.
• Monitor weather and site conditions.
• Train new crew members and ensure task readiness.
• Oversee time sheets and hours accurately recorded.
• Assist with hiring and vetting candidates.
• Arrange lodging for crews and ensure information is shared.
• Organize workflow folders and communicate with districts.
• Investigate accidents involving crews.
• Disciplinary actions up to termination within crews.
• Support General Foremen as needed.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Self-Motivated

Team-Oriented

Customer Oriented

Safety rules adherence

Leadership

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

• Travel Required : Yes

Description

Job Description/Posting

Position Purpose:

The Streetlight/LED Foreman is expected to lead a crew for our Street Light Divisions and establish and maintain a healthy, working relationship between River City Client Companies while remaining compliant with both River City and Client Company guidelines.

Responsibilities/Duties/Knowledge:

• Plan assignments for Streetlight/LED day and night crews.
• Maintain direct communication with Customers/Client Company and problem solving as needed.
• Conduct field checks on crews to ensure goals are met on time.
• Assist LED crews as needed with any field questions.
• Coordinate with Customers/Clients to ensure all materials needed to perform job are provided.
• Conduct safety meetings.
• Ensure proper rubber goods are available on trucks to perform duties assigned.
• Monitor weather forecast and conditions.
• Reviewing conversation maps and plans.
• Train new and inexperienced crew members in the field.
• Ensure assigned crews are properly trained to complete all tasks.
• Adhere to OSHA standards and requirements to ensure crews are working safely.
• Aiding in the set-up of traffic control based on project need.
• Verify time sheets of all assigned crews and hours worked are recorded accurately.
• Assist with getting miss U tickets called in.
• Hiring and vetting potential candidates and accessing their skills and knowledge based on positions available.
• Setting up lodging for assigned crews and ensuring all information is conveyed to those needing the accommodation.
• Organizing and maintaining all workflow folders and ensuring they are emailed to designated districts.
• Investigate the scene of any accident or incidents that occur involving any assigned crew members.
• Responsible for any disciplinary actions up to and including termination within assigned crews.
• Assist General Foremen as needed.
• All other duties as assigned.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle and feel; and reach with hands and arms.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions at construction job sites. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud. This position is performed in outside weather conditions.

• Self-Motivated
• Team-Oriented
• Customer Oriented
• Must be able to follow Company safety rules and all other Company policies.

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma
• Minimum of 4 years of experience of all aspects of construction and industry practices, processes, standards, and their impact on project activities. Experience leading complex maintenance or construction projects independent of direct leadership.
• Valid Driver’s License and acceptable driving record.
• Ability to lift up-to 50 lbs.
• Able to work 40 hours per week, overtime as required, night shifts, work out of town if needed.
• Position requires working in all elements, depending on job location, time of year, heat, cold, rain, snow.
• Ability to multitask, collaborate with others, set priorities, and take initiative.
• Demonstrated success supporting a team through complex project execution.

This is a safety sensitive position that requires employee to be able to pass a background check and drug screen as required for this job.

Must meet I-9 requirements. This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Affirmative Action/EEO statement: XKIG provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, obligations, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

XKIG is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all federal, state, and local nondiscrimination laws, including the ADA. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at 877-418-2999 or 252-403-0552.

Benefits Offered:

This is a full-time position that offers health insurance benefits for medical, vision, and dental, as well as the option for enrollment in a 401K.

Paid Time Off (PTO) Eligibility and accrual timelines vary by position with some roles gaining PTO immediately and others becoming eligible after a set period of employment. Details are provided during the hiring process and may vary for Union hires.

AI Usage Disclaimer:

As part of our commitment to efficiency and innovation, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools during the recruiting and onboarding processes. These tools assist with tasks such as resume screening, interview scheduling, and communication. All decisions regarding hiring and employment are ultimately made by our human team. If you have questions or concerns about this process, please contact our HR department.

Travel Required

Yes . Travel may be required during storms and emergencies.

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