Underground Lineman Foreman

Primoris Services Corporation; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) match

ESPP

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Pet coverage

Job summary

Primoris T&D in Raleigh, NC is seeking an experienced Underground Foreman to lead an underground distribution crew on electric projects in the Raleigh/Fuquay-Varina area. You will safely direct the crew, plan daily work, and ensure work meets company and customer standards.

Responsibilities include trenching, conduit installation, cable pulling, equipment setting, and reading prints. Strong leadership, OSHA compliance, and willingness to travel are required.

Qualifications

• Underground electric distribution construction experience required.
• Ability to read and interpret utility prints/maps.
• Valid driver’s license; CDL preferred.
• Willingness to work overtime, weekends, and travel as needed.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise underground distribution crews.
• Plan daily work activities and assign tasks.
• Oversee installation and maintenance of underground primary/secondary systems.
• Direct trenching, conduit installation, cable pulling, and equipment setting.
• Read prints, maps, and work orders.
• Ensure safety policies and OSHA compliance.
• Train and mentor apprentices and crew members.
• Maintain production, time, material, and job documentation.
• Coordinate with supervisors, inspectors, customers, and field personnel.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Print reading

Safety awareness

Plan & organize

Job description

Job Overview:

Primoris T&D is seeking an experienced Underground Foreman to support electric distribution work in the Raleigh / Fuquay-Varina, North Carolina area. This position is responsible for safely leading and directing an underground distribution crew while ensuring work is completed efficiently, accurately, and in accordance with company and customer standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise crews performing underground electric distribution construction.
• Plan and assign daily work activities based on job requirements and crew capabilities.
• Oversee installation and maintenance of underground primary and secondary distribution systems.
• Direct trenching, conduit installation, cable pulling, equipment setting, and related underground construction activities.
• Read and interpret utility prints, construction drawings, maps, and work orders.
• Ensure all work is performed in accordance with Primoris safety policies, OSHA requirements, and customer specifications.
• Conduct daily job briefings and communicate hazards, work plans, and safety expectations to crew members.
• Coordinate labor, equipment, materials, and jobsite needs to maintain productivity and project schedules.
• Inspect completed work for quality and compliance with applicable standards.
• Maintain accurate daily production, time, material, and job documentation.
• Communicate with supervisors, inspectors, customers, and other field personnel regarding job progress and field conditions.
• Train, mentor, and provide direction to apprentices, groundmen, operators, and other crew members.
• Identify and address jobsite hazards or operational concerns.
• Ensure company vehicles, tools, and equipment are used and maintained properly.
• Participate in emergency restoration and storm response as needed.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in underground electric distribution construction required.
• Previous foreman or crew-lead experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of underground distribution construction practices, equipment, and safety procedures.
• Ability to read and understand electric utility construction prints and specifications.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Valid driver's license required.
• CDL preferred.
• Must be able to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and perform physically demanding work.
• Must be available for overtime, weekends, emergency response, and travel as required.

Preferred Experience

• Underground primary and secondary distribution
• Conduit and duct installation
• Cable pulling and termination support
• Pad-mounted transformers
• Switchgear
• Vaults and handholes
• Excavation and trenching operations
• Electric utility restoration and storm response

Company Overview:

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation paid weekly.
• Best-in-class; Medical, Dental, Vision, and LTD/STD.
• 401(k) with company match, vested day-one.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan [ESPP].
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, and Community Service Paid Time Off.
• Pet Coverage "For our Furry Friends"
• Legal Assistance Coverage
• Award winning safety programs.
• Overtime opportunities.
• Growth Opportunities.
• And more.

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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