Underground Foreman

SolPowerlines LLC

New Orleans, LA

Key Responsibilities:

Supervise and direct underground crews performing installation and maintenance of primary and secondary electrical systems (e.g., manholes, vaults, transformers, and switchgear).

Read and interpret electrical utility prints, one-line diagrams, work orders, and as-builts.

Plan daily work activities, ensuring proper sequencing of tasks and coordination with traffic control, excavation, and restoration teams.

Ensure strict compliance with all electrical safety codes (e.g., NEC, NESC) and utility standards.

Conduct daily job briefings, hazard analysis, and enforce safety policies in alignment with OSHA and company protocols.

Coordinate inspections and permitting with local agencies and utility company representatives.

Monitor and manage field productivity, crew performance, material usage, and equipment needs.

Maintain accurate job site documentation including redlines, time sheets, material logs, and daily reports.

Provide leadership, mentoring, and training to field personnel.

Troubleshoot technical field issues and provide guidance on solutions.

Qualifications:

High school diploma or GED required; vocational or technical training in electrical construction preferred.

Minimum of 5 years of experience in underground electrical utility work, with 2+ years in a supervisory or leadership role.

Deep understanding of underground power distribution systems (4kV-35kV), grounding, splicing, and terminations.

Familiarity with electric utility company construction standards and specifications.

Ability to interpret electrical plans, schematics, and GIS-based mapping systems.

Proficient in operating and overseeing excavation equipment, cable pulling rigs, and underground locating tools.

Valid driver's license required; CDL and DOT medical card preferred.

OSHA 30 certification preferred; First Aid/CPR certification a plus.

Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

Working Conditions:

Field-based work environment with exposure to weather, traffic, and underground conditions.

Regular lifting (up to 50 lbs), climbing into vaults/manholes, and standing/walking for extended periods.

Overtime, night work, and on-call duty may be required to support outage response or project deadlines.

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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