Underground Foreman (Service Laterals) - Q3 Contracting, Gas Operations

Full-time - Mid Level

Commerce City, CO

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

Primoris Gas Operations, which consists of companies such as Q3 Contracting, ARB, Primoris Distribution Services, Pride, and Future, has over 60 years of experience working in the natural gas distribution industry. Over this time, we have maintained numerous customer relationships spanning more than two decades. Providing a safe environment, quality workmanship, and exceptional value to our customers is the foremost focus of our operations. We have an immediate opening for a Foreman (Service Laterals) in Commerce City, Colorado. The Underground Foreman is responsible for job site supervision of his/her work crew(s) on a daily basis to complete the scheduled work in a timely and safe manner. This position requires the ability to lead and take responsibility for the successful completion of field operations for the Service Laterals crew within Q3C, Gas Operations.

Responsibilities

• Perform normal and customary duties associated with Underground operations
• Responsible for the direct supervision of field crew/employees
• Involved in pre-job meetings as requested
• Provide thorough communications for all jobs with the Area Supervisor
• Responsible for assuring that work crew begins working as soon as they are on the clock
• Prepare a two-week 'look-ahead' for manpower, equipment and tools needed for all jobs; submit to the Area Supervisor every week with timesheets
• Responsible for assuring that all needed tools and equipment are on hand and in good working order for the crew's daily tasks
• Accurately prepare field change memos and daily reports and submit in a timely manner
• Hold weekly safety 'tailgate' meetings with all crew members and complete the necessary paperwork
• Responsible for maintaining a construction journal on all jobs, recording jobs worked on, conditions of each site, weather conditions, hazard conditions, and any unusual circumstances that occurred while on the job
• Responsible for the quality of work done on the job, assuring that all work performed by the crew(s) meets or exceeds the customer's or our Q3 CONTRACTING standards and requirements
• Inspect work in progress to ensure that workmanship conforms to specifications and that the work adheres to construction schedules
• Communicate to the Area Supervisor any complaints and grievances with the workforce as needed documenting the problems and resolution
• Accurately record employee time, equipment usage, production quantities, materials and job notes and submit the information in the required timeframe
• Maintain assigned equipment in good working order and perform field repairs as needed
• Train and mentor laborers on the crew ensuring their performance is at a consistent Q3 CONTRACTING level
• Maintain neat and orderly work areas that are secure from unlawful intrusions and also protect the public
• Communicate and cooperate with the homeowners, business owners and job inspector(s) on job sites
• Provide a safe working environment for the crews by following and administering the company safety program
• Actively communicate with crews and Area Supervisor as required
• Actively communicate and handle customer complaints to resolution when appropriate
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Some education or training in construction and supervision
• A valid driver's license with a clean driving history
• Good basic math, reading and writing skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Critical thinking, problem solving, and precision work skills
• Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Strong leadership skills (three years minimum experience in a leadership role)
• Five years previous Underground experience
• Must have strong knowledge, skills and abilities in Underground, both hard and soft surfaces
• Ability to share expertise with others and continually build their knowledge and skills
• Respond promptly to customer needs and resolve all issues satisfactorily
• Ability to focus on solving conflict, not blaming
• Maintain confidentiality at all times
• Ability to project labor and equipment needs
• Ability to build a positive team spirit
• Inspires respect and trust among the crews
• Ability to delegate work assignments
• Demonstrate knowledge of the EEO policy and promote a harassment-free work environment
• Treat people with respect and uphold the organizational values
• Follow policies and procedures; complete administrative tasks correctly and on time
• Ability to consistently meet or exceed productivity standards
• Ability to deal with frequent changes, delays or unexpected events
• Good organization skills

Nice-to-haves

• Spanish language skills

Benefits

• Highly competitive, union wages paid weekly
• Outstanding, paid on-the-job training
• Union benefits offerings (Determined by trade and location)
• Sick Time Off under the Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act
• Award-winning safety programs
• Overtime opportunities
• Growth Opportunities