HMI Utilities, LLC, is a leading utility construction firm providing critical infrastructure for the Power, Gas Distribution and Communications markets throughout North America. Due to our expanding market penetration, we are currently recruiting for an experienced Foreman to join our growing team.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package to fit the needs of our full-time employees and their families, including: medical, dental, 401(k), company sponsored life and disability insurances and holiday pay.

Position Summary

The Foreman will oversee construction activities of an underground construction crew on an assigned project ensuring a focus on safety, compliance with established project plans, efficiency, and cost management.

The ideal candidate will have advanced knowledge of work practices related to underground telecommunication construction. Must have proven ability to lead/ teach members of a crew and understand and practice safety and quality management best practices and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Possess a good working knowledge of construction practices related to the installation and/or maintenance of underground utility lines
• Supervise lineman, operators, and laborers including assigning and evaluating work, maintaining schedule and productivity metrics
• Must be able to read blueprints/job plans and construct project according to the plan and specifications
• Accurately track and report daily production, maintaining regular documentation and ensuring proper paper flow to back-office support
• Must be able to effectively schedule and lay out the work, organizing and monitoring crew personnel for timely completion of job(s). Ensure that crew has proper materials, supplies, tools, and equipment necessary to complete work
• Provide technical assistance to subordinates and troubleshoots problems related to the installation and/or maintenance of underground utility lines
• Make sure that work sites are cleaned and cleared of any hazardous materials prior to the beginning of a construction project

Minimum Qualifications:

• 5 years’ experience in Underground Telecommunications Construction field or equivalent relatable work experience
• Experience in overseeing construction activities and strong knowledge of construction and utility industry practices
• Must have Valid Class A CDL with a clean driving record

Job may risk exposure to extreme cold/heat, bright/dim light, dusts, and pollen, wet or humid conditions, extreme noise levels, vibrations, fumes and noxious odors, traffic, and moving machinery.

HMI Utilities is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individual with Disabilities. In order to achieve the goal of ensuring a drug and alcohol-free workplace all offers of employment will require the successful completion and clearance of a company-sponsored pre-employment drug screen.