Streetlight General Foreman - Wilmington, NC

ISA Certified Arborist; Wilmington, Northern (NC, KY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K

Paid Time Off

Job summary

XKIG is hiring a General Foreman for its River City Street light division in Wilmington, NC. You will oversee day and night crews, coordinate with Duke Energy, and ensure timely completion of projects while maintaining safety and compliance.

The role requires strong leadership, field coordination, and adherence to industry standards. Expect travel as needed and a safety‑driven, proactive work environment within a full-time on-site position.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years experience in line/lighting and maintenance construction.
• Working knowledge of construction practices and industry standards.
• Ability to multitask and lead teams to project goals.
• Experience coordinating with client organizations and crews.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day and night crew assignments.
• Maintain communication with Duke Energy and coordinate materials.
• Conduct field checks to ensure goals are met on time.
• Adhere to OSHA standards and ensure safety.

Skills

Team leadership

Multitasking

Communication

Problem solving

Safety awareness

Job description

Job Category: Operations

• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

Showing 1 location

• Travel Required : Yes

Description

Position Purpose

The role of the General Foreman of the River City Street light division is to establish and maintain a healthy, working relationship between Duke Energy and River City while remaining compliant with both Duke and River City guidelines.

Responsibilities/Duties/Functions/Tasks

• Oversee project assignments for both day and night crews.
• Maintain continued communication with Duke Energy and problem solve as needed.
• Conduct field checks on crews to ensure Duke Energy goals are met on time.
• Coordinate with Duke to ensure all materials needed to perform job are provided.
• Conduct safety meetings.
• Monitor weather forecast and conditions.
• Ensure assigned crews are properly trained to complete all tasks.
• Adhere to OSHA standards and requirements to ensure crews are working safely.
• Verify time sheets of all assigned crews and hours worked are recorded accurately.
• 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.
• All other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years experience in line/lighting and maintenance construction
• Working knowledge of all aspects of construction and industry practices, processes, standards, and their impact on project activities.
• Ability to multitask, collaborate with others, set priorities, and take initiative.
• Demonstrated success supporting a team through complex project execution.
• Experience leading project teams and holding them accountable to project goals.

• Able to work 40 hours per week, overtime as required, night shifts, work out of town if needed.

• Job requires working in all elements, depending on job location, time of year, heat, cold, rain, snow.

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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