Underground Pipe Foreperson

CRH; Corpus Christi (TX); Sur place; USD 75 000 - 110 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive base pay

Medical, dental and disability

Group retirement savings program

Health and wellness programs

Inclusive culture and growth potential

Résumé du poste

Texas Materials, a CRH company, is seeking an Underground Pipefitter Foreman to supervise crews installing and maintaining underground utility systems. You will lead field teams, read plans, coordinate schedules, and ensure work adheres to project specs and safety standards.

Responsibilities include safety meetings, quality inspections, labor and material planning, and mentoring crew members in proper methods and equipment operation. Travel and night/weekend work may be required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in heavy underground utility work installing water lines, sanitary sewer, and storm sewer.
• Ability to operate excavators, backhoe, and loader.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous related experience in construction.

Responsabilités

• Lead and supervise underground utility crews on construction projects.
• Read and interpret construction plans, specifications, grades, and utility layouts.
• Coordinate daily work activities with Superintendents, Project Managers, Surveyors, and other crews.
• Oversee the installation of storm sewer, sanitary sewer, water mains, manholes, inlets, junction boxes, and related underground structures.
• Monitor trenching, shoring, excavation, bedding, and backfill operations.
• Ensure pipe systems are installed according to project specifications and grade requirements.
• Conduct daily safety meetings and enforce company safety policies and procedures.
• Inspect work areas, equipment, and completed installations to ensure quality standards are met.
• Schedule labor, equipment, and materials to maximize productivity.
• Train and mentor crew members on proper installation methods, safety practices, and equipment operation.
• Maintain production records, daily reports, and documentation as required.
• Communicate project progress, delays, and challenges to management.
• Perform hands-on work alongside crew members when necessary.
• Coordinate utility conflict resolutions and adjustments in the field.
• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations.

Connaissances

Supervisory experience

Team leadership

Reading plans

Safety awareness

Formation

High school diploma or GED

Outils

Excavators

Backhoe

Loader

Description du poste

Job ID: 529535
Texas Materials, A CRH company, is a leading supplier of aggregates, asphalt, ready mixed concrete, and paving and construction services in Texas. Our focus is to provide quality products and reliable customer service with a safety-first mindset. We consider our employees our greatest strength and we make it our priority to invest in their development and well‑being. When you work for Texas Materials, you are helping to support and build the infrastructure of Texas.

Position Overview

The Underground Pipefitter Foreman is responsible for supervising and coordinating crews engaged in the installation, maintenance, and repair of underground utility systems, including storm sewer, sanitary sewer, water lines, and drainage structures. This position ensures projects are completed safely, efficiently, and according to company standards, plans, specifications, and schedules. The Foreman provides leadership, training, and daily direction to crew members while maintaining productivity and quality workmanship.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise underground utility crews on construction projects.
• Read and interpret construction plans, specifications, grades, and utility layouts.
• Coordinate daily work activities with Superintendents, Project Managers, Surveyors, and other crews.
• Oversee the installation of storm sewer, sanitary sewer, water mains, manholes, inlets, junction boxes, and related underground structures.
• Monitor trenching, shoring, excavation, bedding, and backfill operations.
• Ensure pipe systems are installed according to project specifications and grade requirements.
• Conduct daily safety meetings and enforce company safety policies and procedures.
• Inspect work areas, equipment, and completed installations to ensure quality standards are met.
• Schedule labor, equipment, and materials to maximize productivity.
• Train and mentor crew members on proper installation methods, safety practices, and equipment operation.
• Maintain production records, daily reports, and documentation as required.
• Communicate project progress, delays, and challenges to management.
• Perform hands-on work alongside crew members when necessary.
• Coordinate utility conflict resolutions and adjustments in the field.
• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Education/Experience

• High school diploma or General Education Degree GED is preferred.
• Previous related experience in the construction field.
• Minimum 5 years in heavy underground utility work installing water lines, sanitary sewer, storm sewer, and able to operate excavators, backhoe, and loader is preferred.

Knowledge/Skill Requirements

• If needed, able to work around existing underground utilities like fiber cable, gas lines, power cables, etc.
• Minimum 2 years of supervisory or foreman experience.

Work Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must pass pre-employment physical, drug screen and criminal background check.
• Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Willingness to work in a team environment and assist co-workers or supervisors with other duties as required.
• Must be willing to travel and work away from home when required.
• Must be willing to work nights and weekends when necessary.
• Individuals are required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) in designated operations and production areas as stated by OSHA and/or MSHA. Protective equipment that may be required, but not limited to, for this position is: Face Shield, Safety (hard-toe) Shoes, and Coveralls.
• Compliance with all OSHA and/or MSHA regulations.

Physical Requirements

• Able to stand, walk, use hands and fingers to manipulate objects or controls, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk and hear.
• Vision abilities (with correction) include close, distance, peripheral, depth, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Able to work in all weather conditions.
• The employee is frequently required to sit, climb, and use hands.
• The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, crawl, kneel, bend, and reach with hand and arms above their shoulders.
• Must be able to exert up to 10-20 lbs. constantly to move objects, 25-50 lbs. of force frequently, and 50-100 lbs. of force occasionally.

What CRH/Texas Materials Offers You

• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion
• Competitive base pay
• Medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

For more information visit: www.crh.com

Texas Materials, a CRH Company, is an Aff… (Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.)

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