Pipe Foreman
Experience Required: 3-5 Years
Supervises and coordinates the activities of team members engaged in one or more occupations. This includes but not limited to the laying of sanitary/storm sewer pipelines. Lays pipe to form water, sewer, or storm sewer pipelines. Duties require the study of utility and utility conflict plans, setting up laser and other engineering instruments to install pipelines at proposed elevations. Must be able to interpret production schedules and comply with all federal, state, and public utility regulations including Erosion Control Laws and Regulations. Must complete the required trenching and excavation training requirements set forth by The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).
Core Competencies:
Organizational skills and the ability to prioritize
Attention to detail and accuracy
Excellent communication skills; must be able to read and speak English
Working knowledge of all applicable OSHA standards
Read and interpret plans/specs/regulations
Check/figure grades
Operate equipment
Willingness to react to changes in priorities
Core Duties:
Be punctual, dependable and professional at all times
Work with cost effectiveness, profitability and safety in mind
Lead by example
Lead the safety effort by recognizing and correcting hazards as soon as they are present and being the #1 safety advocate for the crew
Be a mentor to other team members by teaching them proper construction techniques
Conduct daily hazard briefing
Complete time sheet with pertinent info from the day's activity and submit per payroll schedule
Complete all required paperwork (daily project reports, tool box talks, delivery tickets, etc.) and submit to office weekly
Coordinate production schedule and project requirements with superintendent and/or project managers
Communicate to the crew the plan for the day prior to work beginning
Work to meet daily production goals
Ensure work area is safe of underground hazards before digging
Coordinate with superintendent to maintain current utility locates
Inspect and inventory materials upon delivery. Report any deficiencies to the leader in charge immediately
Inspect equipment and hand tools; have deficient items repaired/replaced
Ensure all backfilling around pipe and structures is completed per project plans and specs
Check all inverts and pipe slopes for accuracy according to stakes and plans
Take all necessary actions to protect completed work
Keep jobsite, equipment, truck and trailer neat and orderly
Communicate time away from work with your team leader and other team members with sufficient notice to make plans for changing personnel to focus on the priorities
Transport team members to and from jobsite as needed
Willingness to work hours as required
Education/Training/Certification:
Must be able to lift more than 50 lbs, bend, stoop, kneel, and climb ladders regularly. Work involves frequent shoveling, raking, using hand tools and handling materials in and around trenches or uneven terrain. Requires standing or walking for extended periods and working outdoors in various weather conditions.