Underground Terminating Foreman

Cinterra; Hope Mills (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Cinterra is looking for an Underground Terminating Foreman in Hope Mills, North Carolina. The role involves overseeing the UG Terminating Crew, ensuring safety compliance, and managing field operations efficiently. Candidates must have at least 4 years of experience in distribution or transmission lines, hold a high school diploma or GED, and possess a valid Class A CDL. This position includes physical labor and offers competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• At least 4 years of relevant experience required.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License.
• Ability to perform physical tasks and work in various weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage the UG Terminating Crew on-site.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and installation procedures.
• Complete required paperwork daily including timesheets and production reports.

Skills

Distribution or Transmission Line Experience

Excavator Operation

Aerial bucket rescue

Pole top rescue

Project management

Circuit switching in emergencies

Heavy lifting and carrying

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Bucket Truck

Tractor

Forklift

Job description

For over twenty years, Cinterra has provided specialized electrical utility and solar construction services to support some of the nation’s leading contractors, private industry, and public utilities. Our commitment to quality and customer satisfaction is only rivaled by one of the highest safety ratings in the industry. The services we provide help to bring electric power and renewable energy sources to millions. Come join our team today!

Position Summary:

The Underground Terminating Foreman oversees the UG Terminating Crew working on the job site, ensuring all work is compliant with installation and safety standards. They are responsible for managing the field operations with a focus on safety compliance, efficiency, cost management and innovation. Additionally, they manage construction activities to ensure company procedures are followed and compliance is maintained relative to all applicable local, state, and federal requirements.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Responsible for completing required paperwork daily including daily timesheets, daily production reports, and customer pay sheets.
• Terminating underground elbows (200 amp and 600 amp), installing insert bushings, installing lightning arrestors, terminating underground dip terminators on pole, etc.
• Perform work on de-energized or energized lines.
• Rig block and tackle for lifting of heavy objects, lifts heavy objects with material handling bucket trucks according to equipment capacities and manufacturer instructions.
• Use and maintain all tools and equipment according to industry standards and manufacturer instructions.
• Install and remove lighting arrestors, sectionalizers, and other types of special equipment.
• Work with hotline tools, as is necessary for the project requirements.
• Terminate connections transformers. Installing grounds, secondary blocks elbows and primary splices in transformers.
• Assist in connecting 3‑phase transformer banks.
• Operate tractors, trucks, forklifts and other equipment with proper training, licenses, and experience.
• Perform all duties of all job classifications on a lower level than their own as required.

Requirements

• At least 4 years of Distribution or Transmission Line Experience, Excavator Operation, Bucket Truck/ Line Truck.
• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Must be able to perform and practice aerial bucket rescue.
• Must be able to perform and practice pole top rescue.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License.
• Experience managing large projects with 5 or more employees on a crew
• Must know the direction of line feed and be able to switch circuits in emergencies.
• Must be able to travel

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift and carry heavy materials, tools, and equipment (up to 50 pounds or more).
• Must be able to traverse irregular and steep terrain.
• Endurance to perform physical tasks throughout the workday, including bending, stooping, kneeling, and standing for extended periods.
• Agility and flexibility to navigate construction sites and access work areas, including climbing ladders and scaffolding.
• Must be able to position one‑self to work in confined spaces such as trenches, pits, manholes, and tunnels.
• Must be able to wear personal protective gear most of the day.
• Must be able to work in a variety of weather conditions.
• Must have manual dexterity, a good sense of balance, and excellent hand‑eye coordination.

Cinterra provides equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state laws.