Underground Foreman

MB HAYNES Corporation; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan)

401(k) Savings Plan

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Apprenticeship Programs

Job summary

MB HAYNES CORPORATION, headquartered in Asheville, NC, seeks an Underground Foreman to supervise an underground utility crew and oversee installation, removal, and wiring of power distribution systems. The role involves upgrading lines, installing service drops, and coordinating safety practices on site.

The Foreman will train apprentices, prepare reports, and manage timekeeping and briefings to ensure project goals and safety standards are met in all weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Must pass criminal background check and pre-employment drug screening.
• Valid Class A or B CDL license or permit and current valid DOT physical required.
• Previous underground power distribution experience.
• Previous leadership experience preferred.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate the underground utility crew.
• Install, remove, and wire underground electric power distribution infrastructure and service drops.
• Prepare reports, submit timekeeping, and conduct job briefings.
• Train and develop apprentices on the job.

Skills

Leadership

Safety awareness

Hand tools

Job description

Underground Foreman

Nov 2, 2026

Position Summary

The Underground Foreman will supervise and coordinate the underground utility crew. This position will be responsible for installing, removing, and wiring of underground electric power distribution to include: new infrastructure as well as repairs to existing lines, upgrades, installing service drop lines from poles to customers’ premises, switchgears, and line installations. The Foreman will also help train and develop apprentices on the job, prepare reports, submit timekeeping, and job briefings as needed.

Requirements

• Must pass criminal background check and pre-employment drug screening.
• Valid Class A or B CDL license or permit and current valid DOT physical required.
• Previous experience in underground power distribution required.
• Previous leadership experience preferred.
• Safe driving record.
• Must have a positive and cooperative attitude and excellent attendance.
• Must be able to get along with fellow workers, other tradesmen on the jobsite, inspectors, customers, and the public.
• Must be able to carry up to 50 pounds.
• Set an example with proper use of safety equipment and PPE.
• Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of all types of hand tools.

Physical Requirements And Working Conditions

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Work is primarily performed outdoors in all/extreme weather conditions.
• This position requires physical activity including extended periods of standing and walking, frequent sitting, kneeling, bending, crouching, reaching, stooping and climbing.
• Requires the ability to frequently lift and/or carry materials and/or supplies and other materials weighing up to 50 lbs. Occasional lifting and/or carrying of materials and/or supplies weighing up to 100 lbs.

Benefits

• ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan)
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Benefit Conversion at Termination (COBRA)
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability (voluntary)
• Life Insurance
• Additional (voluntary) life insurance (for employee and family members)
• AFLAC (voluntary) supplemental insurance
• Legal Shield (voluntary) prepaid legal services
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tool and Equipment Assistance
• Uniform and Uniform Maintenance
• Vacation Benefits
• Holidays
• Apprenticeship Programs

MB Haynes Is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

About Us

MB HAYNES CORPORATION makes delighting customers our top priority. Headquartered in beautiful Asheville, NC, MB HAYNES leads the way in providing skilled expertise to industrial, institutional, commercial and residential customers.