CTS Foreman

Our culture is rooted in a shared vision - to help keep the world's most precious resource safe - and in the core values that guide us in pursuing this vision and delivering on our mission to clients. We provide the highest quality liquid storage design and construction services at the best long-term value with an unrivaled customer experience. We have built over 3,500 pre-stressed concrete liquid storage tanks over the past 90 years around the country and world, as a result we have become the leader in the industry when it comes to quality and innovation. The CTS Forman is a working foreman overseeing production, quality and safety and is responsible for the completion of all work at the direction of the Assistant Superintendent/Superintendent. The CTS Foreman is expected to provide training to apprentice, journeymen, and other field personnel onsite. Responsibilities Understands how various trades interact during the tank building process and can direct the work as required and uses that knowledge to complete rehabilitation and retrofit projects. Establishes crews, assigns responsibilities and follows through on assigned work to meet the budgeted man-hours. Reads and interprets tank drawings and construction information package to ensure work is performed according to specifications. Inventories material upon delivery to ensure components comply with the contract drawings prior to signature. Participates in a daily closeout meeting with the Superintendent providing an update on the day's activities and needs for the following day. Follows quality control (QC) program, understands construction tolerances, and reports any quality defects immediately. Checks and confirms elevation grades and plumbness on critical tank components. Follows safety procedures and understands DN Tanks safety policies. Develops task hazard analysis (THA) and reviews with the crew. Identifies hazards, takes action to correct them, and is responsible for recognizing those who do the same in accordance with the Award of Excellence (AOE) Program. Stops employees and subcontractors from performing unsafe acts and working in hazardous conditions. Promotes clean, safe work practices by watching over other employees while performing work. Follows quality control (QC) program, understands construction tolerances, and reports any quality defects immediately. Provides coaching and training while motivating the team to produce quality work and ensure all safety standards are met with all individuals on the project. Maintains all certifications in compliance with DN Tanks Safety & Equipment Programs. Signals operator during any construction activities requiring a crane. Performs all jobsite layout utilizing survey equipment under direction of the Superintendent. Supports the training program by working closely with other traveling tank builders and utilizing all resources available in DN University. Provides training feedback to the Superintendent in order to advance the knowledge, skills, and abilities of all our traveling tank builders. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Analyze problem areas, communicate to Project Manager/Engineering and direct crew in completing repairs. Communicate effectively with the office, owners and engineers to keep all apprised of project status. Leads the crew in evaluating, removing and repairing concrete as required. Leads the crew in erecting and dismantling shoring, scaffolding and staging. Lead the crew in prestress wire/strand removal and replacement utilizing wire/strand stressing techniques. Lead the crew in repairing existing appurtenances to include ladders, hatches, and vents. Lead the crew in performing tank chlorination procedures and leakage tests. Lead the crew in repairing seepage and leakage utilizing standard DN Tanks' injection methods. Performs QC Inspections. Uses a transit and laser level to confirm benchmark and survey control. Follows all confined space procedures at all times. Arrives to the project site with enough time to prepare themselves for work prior to the start of the shift. Operate and maintain DN Tanks tools and equipment including pressure washer, coating and epoxy injection pumps. Ability to set up and use all survey equipment. Inspect materials being used to ensure product quality and integrity. Working knowledge of carpentry skills. Knowledge of and decision making ability regarding surface preparation for coatings. Understanding the impact of and making the decision regarding environmental conditions for coating applications. Take ownership of the maintenance of DN tools and equipment. Makes decisions on materials and equipment to be used to best perform the work. Team player with the ability to coordinate work with other team members. Ability to take direction from skilled members regardless of craft or title and ask questions as needed. Lead yourself first by being coachable, respectful, and having a consistently positive attitude which are in line with DN Tanks Core Values. Collaborates with other team members to build culture that supports DN Tanks Vision Statement & Core Values. Effectively manages crew members by applying leadership skills acquired through experience and training Required Qualifications Operate and maintain DN tools and equipment. Ability to travel to project sites throughout the United States at the direction of the Field Operations Manager. Ability to climb and perform tasks at heights on steel/wood framework, stairs, ladders, shoring, and scaffolds. Ability to wear personal protective equipment including but not limited to; steel toed shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, hardhat, vest, etc. Obtain and maintain active Adult First Aid/CPR Certified (American Red Cross Approved) Obtain and maintain active OSHA 10 Certification in 30 days (or less) after acceptance or promotion to the Foreman position Obtain and maintain active all required DN Tanks certifications (example: forklift, manlift, nail gun, etc.) DN is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other federally protected class. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. #J-18808-Ljbffr