Utilities Foreman - UF1026

Sanders Brothers Construction Co. Inc.; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

Dental

Vacation & Holiday Pay

401K

Profit Sharing

Bonuses

Job summary

Sanders Brothers Construction Company is seeking a qualified Utilities Foreman to manage day-to-day water, sewer and storm drain installation and repair operations, supervise a crew, and ensure safety and productivity on projects.

The role requires leadership, field knowledge of trenching, grade stakes, and equipment operation, with a focus on quality, compliance with SBCC policies, and coordination with inspectors and customers.

Qualifications

• Five years experience managing a utility pipeline crew.
• Knowledge of and experience reading, understanding, and implementing drawings.
• Basic mathematical skills are required.
• Thorough knowledge of and ability to properly establish bench marks and grades.
• Must have communication skills to lead craftspeople in labor, equipment operation and other duties.
• Based on duties, may be required to obtain DOT medical certification.
• Must obtain a negative drug test result prior to hire and maintain throughout term of employment.
• Must meet SBCC's employment standards with regards to background checks.
• Must have the ability to stand, crawl and kneel for long periods of time.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day water, sewer, and storm drain utility pipeline operations.
• Direct a crew as a working foreman and perform skilled work in installation and repair of water and sewer facilities.
• Supervise utilities brick mason crew on site.
• Establish grades off a benchmark.
• Supervise installation of underground utilities including water, sewer and storm drain.
• Ensure safety practices and trench box usage.

Skills

Utility crew management

Heavy equipment operation

Reading drawings

Leadership & communication

Tools

Track hoe

Loader

Job description

Utilities Foreman - UF1026

Sanders Brothers Construction Company is currently looking to hire a foreman in our Utilities Department. The Utilities Foreman will be responsible for managing day-to-day utility installation and repair operations including managing personnel and projects.

Role and Responsibilities

• Managing the day-to-day water, sewer, and storm drain utility pipeline operations.
• Will direct a crew as a working foreman and perform skilled work in the installation and repair of water and sewer facilities.
• Responsible for supervising utilities brick mason crew when on job site.
• Establish grades off of a benchmark.
• Supervise the installation of underground utilities including water, sewer and storm drain.
• Supervision is exercised over a crew of skilled and unskilled workers or two or more small crews assigned to individual projects.
• Be responsible industry and company standards for safe digging practices, trench box usage and installation.
• Work is performed under general direction of an administrative superior and is subject to periodic review by superiors for results obtained, changes in work methods, and adherence to departmental policies.
• Communicate with inspectors, customers and SBCC employees in a courteous and professional manner.
• Safely operating heavy equipment-Loader and track hoe/excavator.
• Perform basic preventive maintenance of equipment.
• Working within confined spaces (after required training) at varying depths.
• Excavate in a trench box and ensure proper trench grade.
• Assisting with the installation of trench boxes.
• Must identify and communicate poor trench conditions to ensure safety.
• Assisting utilities brick mason as needed
• Assist with the placement of ductile, concrete and steel piping.
• Assist during utility pipe repairs.
• Following plans to set pipeline and necessary depth and grade.
• Working within confined spaces (after required training) at varying depths.
• Assisting with the installation of trench boxes.
• Use of track hoe to for the placement of ductile, concrete and steel piping.
• Work in varying weather conditions and work environments including dusty, wet, loud noises, etc.
• Keep company vehicle, tools, job site and equipment clean and orderly, informing management of any safety concerns.
• Comply with all SBCC policies, procedures and safety requirements.
• Maintain employee time sheets and daily reporting meeting company requirements by utilizing current company technology.
• Meet or exceed production goals.

• Perform any other general duties as specified.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Five years experience managing a utility pipeline crew, familiar with safe digging practices, trench box usage and installation
• Knowledge of and experience reading, understanding, and implementing drawings.
• Basic mathematical skills are required.
• Thorough knowledge of and ability to properly establish bench marks and grades.
• Must have communication skills to lead craftspeople in labor, equipment operation and other duties required by the job.
• Thorough knowledge of proper use of equipment, materials and supplies used in heavy construction work.
• Based on duties, may be required to obtain DOT medical certification.
• Must obtain a negative drug test result prior to hire and maintain throughout term of employment.
• Must meet SBCC's employment standards with regards to background checks.
• Must have the ability to stand, crawl and kneel for long periods of time
• Work environments will vary making it necessary to tolerate weather conditions, such as rain and extreme temperatures. Employees may be exposed to dust, dirt, varying temperatures, loud noises, etc.
• Valid driver's license and maintain an acceptable driving record by complying with standards established by SBCC policy.

Benefits

Sanders Brothers Construction provides employees with outstanding benefits which include: Medical, Vision, Dental, Vacation & Holiday Pay, 401K, and potential financial incentives through Profit Sharing and Bonuses.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Sanders Brothers Construction, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. "EEO is the Law" www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm