Underground Power Foreman: LA Utility Project Lead Union

Goodwin Recruiting; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pickup truck

Excellent benefits package

Overtime potential

Job summary

Goodwin Recruiting in Los Angeles seeks an experienced Dry Utilities / Underground Power Foreman to lead field crews on a major municipal project. You will oversee trenching, conduit work, vaults, and restoration while ensuring safety and productivity.

This full-time, union-enabled role offers strong overtime potential, competitive union wages, and a comprehensive benefits package. Candidates with 5+ years as a foreman in dry utilities and the ability to read plans are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years as a foreman in dry utilities or underground power.
• Experience reading construction plans and utility markings.
• Proven ability to independently lead field crews on public works.
• Strong T&M documentation and daily reporting skills.
• California driver license required.

Responsibilities

• Lead crews performing dry utilities and underground power construction.
• Coordinate trenching, conduit banks, vaults, and restoration.
• Read plans, profiles, specs, and utility markings.
• Coordinate with inspectors, utility reps, customers, and management.
• Maintain jobsite safety and trench protection procedures.
• Complete accurate daily T&M documentation.
• Track labor, equipment, materials, and progress; supervise backhoe operations.

Skills

Foreman experience

Blueprint reading

Team leadership

Trench safety

T&M documentation

Backhoe operation

Communication with inspectors

Job description

Goodwin Recruiting in Los Angeles seeks an experienced Dry Utilities / Underground Power Foreman to lead field crews on a major municipal project. You will oversee trenching, conduit work, vaults, and restoration while ensuring safety and productivity.

This full-time, union-enabled role offers strong overtime potential, competitive union wages, and a comprehensive benefits package. Candidates with 5+ years as a foreman in dry utilities and the ability to read plans are encouraged to apply.