Utility Construction and Maintenance Foreman

Worknet Staffing Services; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

WorkNet Staffing seeks a Utility Construction and Maintenance Foreman to supervise daily operations of crews involved in underground utility infrastructure. You will coordinate field personnel and equipment to ensure safe, efficient, and standards-compliant project completion.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, CDL-A, and prior supervisory experience in utility construction. Strong record-keeping, utility locating, and coordination with management on schedules are

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience in utility construction, maintenance, and repair activities.
• Previous supervisory or foreman-level experience overseeing field crews and equipment operations.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and manage work orders using computerized systems.
• Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL-A).
• Ability/experience locating utilities.

Responsibilities

• Plan and assign daily work activities.
• Supervise crews performing repairs to utility system components.
• Monitor project progress.
• Inspect completed work.
• Ensure adherence to safety procedures.
• Maintain records of labor, materials, equipment usage, and work orders; coordinate with management on priorities and schedules.
• Demonstrate strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills; supervise personnel, resolve field issues, and maintain productive working relationships with employees, contractors, and the public.

Skills

CDL-A

Experience in utility construction

Supervisory experience

Locating utilities

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Utility Construction and Maintenance Foreman

The Utility Construction and Maintenance Foreman is responsible for supervising and coordinating the daily operations of crews engaged in the maintenance, repair, installation, and construction of underground utility infrastructure. This position oversees field personnel and equipment to ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with established standards and regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Planning and assigning daily work activities
• Supervising crews performing repairs to utility system components
• Monitoring project progress
• Inspecting completed work
• Ensuring adherence to safety procedures
• Maintaining accurate records of labor, materials, equipment usage, and work orders while coordinating with management on operational priorities, project schedules, and resource allocation
• Demonstrating strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills; supervising personnel, resolving field issues, and maintaining productive working relationships with employees, contractors, and the public

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Previous experience in utility construction, maintenance, and repair activities
• Previous supervisory or foreman-level experience overseeing field crews and equipment operations
• Ability to maintain accurate records and manage work orders using computerized systems
• Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL-A)
• Ability/experience locating utilities

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience overseeing underground utility installation, repair, and maintenance projects
• Knowledge of utility construction methods, trench safety requirements, and heavy equipment operations
• Experience coordinating multiple crews, contractors, and project schedules in a field environment

$18 - $23/hr (DOE)

Daytime hours, other hours as needed (opportunity for overtime). Long-term position.