Underground Foreman

AUI Power; Capitol Heights (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent healthcare options

403(b) with 4% match

Paid vacation and sick time

Employer Sponsored Education and Training

On-site fitness center

Job summary

A leading infrastructure company is seeking a skilled Underground Foreman to oversee underground electrical distribution work. Responsibilities include supervising crews, ensuring safety and quality, and coordinating with project management. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of experience in the electrical distribution field and 3 years as a Foreman. Excellent benefits include healthcare, a 401(k) match, tuition reimbursement, and more. This role is essential for those who value hands-on work and contributing to infrastructure.

Qualifications

• 10+ years' experience in the Underground Electrical Distribution field.
• 3 years' experience as Foreman or General Foreman.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical prints and schematics.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise crews performing underground electrical distribution work.
• Ensure safety and quality control on projects.
• Communicate with project managers and utilities.

Skills

Underground Electrical Distribution

Supervision

Technical Guidance

Safety Enforcement

Heavy Equipment Operation

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

AUI Inc. (AUI Power) is seeking a skilled, self-motivated, and dependable team player to join our AUI Power as an Underground Foreman. This role is ideal for individuals who take pride in physical, hands‑on work and want to end each day knowing they contributed to essential infrastructure. Guided by our core values - Team First, Customer Focus, and Own It, our leadership team brings firsthand field experience and a strong commitment to operational excellence and safety.

Position Summary

The Underground Foreman leads and supervises crews performing underground electrical distribution work, ensuring projects are completed safely, efficiently, and to specification. This role is responsible for daily work planning, safety enforcement, quality control, and coordination with project management, utilities, and inspectors. The Foreman also mentors crew members while maintaining accountability for production, compliance, and jobsite organization.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide direct supervision and technical guidance to Journeymen, Cablemen, Apprentices, and Groundmen
• Manage multiple crews and projects simultaneously
• Provide technical assistance and training to crews
• Performs maintenance and construction on all projects
• Responsible for coordinating essential personnel on‑site for the project
• Manage supplies, materials and equipment
• Read and interpret site plans, construction drawings, and scopes of work
• Communicate directly with General Foremen, Project Managers, Line Crews, and other project personnel as required
• Utilization of heavy equipment, digger derricks, bucket trucks, trenchers, and groundwork
• Establish quality work ethic and commitment amongst the team
• Know and enforce safety rules, practices, and regulations

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work zone in high‑traffic pedestrian areas (city environments)
\>Clean and maintain equipment, trucks, and tools

• Site cleanup

Minimum Requirements

• 10+ Years’ experience in the Underground Electrical Distribution field with at least 3 years’ experience as Foreman and/or General Foreman
• Ability to read and interpret electrical prints and schematics and be familiar with network systems
• Must be familiar with PEPCO Total Outage Application (TOA) process and requirements
• Competent in job walk down including Miss Utility requirements
• Must be able to pass test for LOTO and Clearance holder at Exelon (Pepco)
• Must have a current, valid driver’s license with the ability to obtain a Class A CDL within 6 months
• High School diploma or GED
• Work 40+ hours per week to include during inclement weather, holidays, and/or weekends as needed
• Willing to work overtime, travel long distances on short notice for storm and/or emergency events as needed

• Must be able to lift 50 lbs. on a regular basis
• Must be able to push, pull, bend, stoop, and kneel on a regular basis

• Must be able to work in confined spaces

• Must successfully complete a criminal background check and drug screen

What you’ll get at AUI Inc

• Excellent healthcare options: Medical, vision, prescriptions, employee assistance program, and more!
• Free dental and additional Health Incentive discounts available
• Financial Security: Competitive 401(k) with 4% company match that is 100% vested upon deposit
• Overtime Pay
• Family Focus & Balance: Paid vacation, paid sick time, paid bereavement leave (as applicable), and more!

• Employer Sponsored Education & Training: We can help you obtain a CDL!

• Tuition Reimbursement: Continuing education to help advance your career
• FR Clothing provided to you at no cost
• Real-world experience through our Hands-On Training Facility
• Wellness: On-site fitness center
• Other Incentives: Employee Referral Bonus, hotel & per diem pay (when applicable) and tool assistance

AUI Inc (Power) is an Equal Opportunity Employer