Steel Transmission Foreman

Summary Performs inspection, maintenance, and/or restoration of transmission and distribution steel utility structures. Responsible for the direct supervision of field crews while planning, organizing, and coordinating daily field operations for various job types. Must be at least 21 years of age. Responsibilities Perform work according to standard work practices, procedures, and customer specifications, including but not limited to excavating soil, inspecting structures, collecting detailed structural measurements, applying coatings, and restoring the job site to its original condition. Maintain good customer and public relations by maintaining a professional appearance, being courteous, and communicating in a clear, respectful manner. Maintain a positive company image, including the appearance of the crew, vehicles, and work areas. Hire, train, motivate and supervise a crew of up to five (5) employees of diverse backgrounds and skill levels. Effectively manage daily work and crew to meet safety, quality, production, expense control, and crew management goals. Organize resources and prioritize work to complete job within established timeframe. Operate vehicles to transport material, equipment, and crew to and from job site— including utility vehicles (UTVs) and trailer towing as needed. Collect, record, and submit accurate, complete, and timely data related to timekeeping, payroll, and work performed. Promote and enforce safety by conducting daily briefings, weekly safety meetings, ensuring safe work practices are followed, monitoring, and maintaining tool condition, and ensuring all drivers of company vehicles are qualified through company programs. Properly maintain all vehicles, equipment, and tools used by the crew. Maintain adequate inventory of equipment, tools, materials, and supplies. Enforce and comply with all company and/or customer-required policies and procedures, including but not limited to crew member coaching, disciplinary action, a Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace, prohibition of harassment, discrimination, and retaliation. Minium Qualifications Two years technical education or equivalent work experience Willing and able to travel extensively. Capable of reading and interpreting structural drawings, blueprints, and specifications to determine the scope of work: locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required. Be familiar with shop machinery and/or hand tools required for various tasks. Possess good math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and fractions. Must Identify safety risks and the precautions required to eliminate those risks. Must have good communication skills, work well under pressure, and be familiar with a production-related environment. Able to work in an outdoor environment including traversing difficult terrain. Be able to pass a DOT medical exam. Preferred Qualifications (Not Necessary) AMPP CIP and CP certification Experience as a certified welder. Experience with cutting torch Ability to operate a skid steer, backhoe, and front-end loader. Experience with concrete structural repairs Benefits Medical Insurance and Health Savings Account with company contribution. Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, LTD, Critical Illness Plan and more! 401(k) with excellent company match. Paid time off (vacation, company paid holidays). Company truck and tools. Excellent advancement opportunities with a rapidly growing company. Education and/or Experience High school diploma or general education degree (GED); possess some specialized training or at least three (3) months of related work experience. Must successfully complete all aspects of an eight (8) to ten (10) week Foreman Training Program, covering administration, crew management, steel structure inspection procedures, steel structure surface preparation and coating application procedures, safety, and driver qualification. Certificates, Licenses, and/or Registrations Ability to maintain First Aid and CPR certifications (e.g., American Heart Associate, Red Cross). May be required to obtain (or work under) a state pesticide applicator license. Technical Skills Ability to effectively communicate using e-mail, read and follow maps, understand and follow complex procedures and specifications, and utilize a handheld data collection device (e.g., tablet or handheld computer). Must have strong computer skills and technical aptitude to learn Osmose software applications. Must have the ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs. Physical Demands While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and walk. They must have full range of mobility in upper and lower body. The employee is frequently required to sit; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk; hear. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Work tasks require eye, hand, finger, leg and foot dexterity. Work Environment While performing the duties of this job, the employee may routinely handle and/or apply preservatives, coatings, and/or other chemical substances. The position regularly works in outdoor conditions that include inclement weather, heat and humidity, cold and freezing temperatures, and exposure to poisonous plants, insects, and allergens. The employee may also be exposed to energized electrical equipment and will be required to take appropriate precautions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate with short periods of loud noise exceeding 85 decibels. Travel Varies by customer and/or location and can include frequent and extensive overnight travel throughout one or more states for up to 3 weeks at a time. Extended work weeks and overtime hours are probable during peak work periods or for specific jobs. Must maintain consistent attendance record and be available for work Monday through Saturday. Equal Opportunity Statement Osmose is an Equal Opportunity employer. EOE M/F/Disabled/Vet #J-18808-Ljbffr Osmose Utilities Services, Inc.