General Foreman, Substation

United Utility Services; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

United Utility Services is seeking a Substation Foreman for their projects in Georgia. This role involves supervising on-site teams, ensuring safe and efficient work practices, and managing project resources effectively.

The ideal candidate will have at least eight years of experience in the electrical utility industry, a strong understanding of safety procedures, and demonstrated leadership capabilities. Benefits include medical, dental, vision insurance, paid time off, and a 401(k) with company match.

Qualifications

• 8 years of relevant electrical utility experience.
• Thorough understanding of safety procedures in the electric utility.
• Extensive knowledge of overhead and underground distribution systems.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and direct on-site craft labor and foremen.
• Schedule labor, materials, and equipment for projects.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations.

Skills

Electrical utility knowledge

Leadership

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent (GED)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

United Utility Services (UGS) is a dynamic player in the electric utility industry, providing comprehensive solutions for transmission, substation, distribution, and grid hardening projects across the U.S.

Location: Georgia

Benefits: medical, dental, vision insurance; Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options where applicable; 401(k) with company match; paid time off; company‑paid holidays; short‑ and long‑term disability.

About the Role

The Substation Foreman is responsible for on‑site supervision of foremen and all craft personnel (e.g., equipment operators, laborers, linemen, apprentices) and their activities to ensure a safe, productive, and quality job is attained and costs are controlled. The role uses independent judgement in decision‑making without direct supervision. Responsibilities include scheduling labor, materials, tools, and equipment to effectively utilize all resources, ensuring work is completed per specifications and contract requirements, while controlling costs.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide consistent leadership in the area of safety and perform field safety observations, influence a positive safety culture.
• Supervise and set direction for all foremen and craft labor on‑site; ensure best use of company resources and adherence to all policies and regulations; provide coaching feedback to foremen and upper management.
• Schedule equipment, materials, and tools; collaborate with superintendent on all scheduled activities.
• Ensure safe working conditions, enforce company, job site‑specific, federal, and state safety regulations; discuss concerns with Superintendent.
• Communicate with Superintendent to update him on project problems and status.
• Collaborate with Superintendent to plan manpower needs, staffing, hiring, promotion, discipline, termination.
• Compare labor and equipment production and efficiency to the job estimate; inform Superintendent of cost overruns and resource utilization.
• Mentor field foremen on work discipline, production costs, scope of work, quality, and safety.
• Work closely with Human Resources and Safety & Training to schedule and support training and employee development for all positions.
• Serve as a professional point of contact for customers, potential customers and storm restoration mobilizations.

Key Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Eight years of applicable electrical utility and/or electrical contractor industry experience.
• Thorough understanding of electric utility safety and operational procedures.
• Extensive knowledge of distribution underground and overhead systems, operating methods, construction, maintenance, switching, safety, tools, equipment, and work methods.
• Good written and oral communication skills; ability to communicate effectively at all levels.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Strong organizational and leadership skills; ability to work with others without direct authority.
• Excellent reading comprehension and interpretation abilities.
• Problem‑solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment.

Application Deadline

This posting will remain open for a minimum of five calendar days. The company reserves the right to extend or close the posting based on business needs and policy requirements.

Important Information

Applicants may be asked: “Are you currently employed by the Company?” For standard external opportunities, this question is used for classification, reporting, and workforce analytics purposes only.

We do not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions from third‑party recruiters or staffing firms. Resumes submitted without a signed, written agreement and outside the approved HR/Recruiter process will not be reviewed or considered, and the company will not be responsible for any associated fees.

Accessibility

Contact: [e-mail] for accommodation during the employment process.

Equal Opportunity Employer

United Utility Services is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.