Primary Responsibilities: The foreman will report directly to the superintendent and/or project manager and will be an integral member of the team. The responsibilities will include, but not be limited to the following:
- Ability to travel and work at various job sites throughout the United States for various durations approximately 90% of the year.
- Project pre-planning.
- Understanding and communicating project goals and timelines.
- Proficiency in understanding construction plans and specifications.
- Assisting in scheduling and organization of men, tools and equipment, ensuring all team members are prepared for their work shifts (on time, proper attire, etc.).
- Assisting in coordination of traffic control (MOT) schedules with Superintendent.
- Defining and leading team productivity to meet or exceed scheduling goals.
- Oversee all field operations for designated crew.
- Understands company and industry safety rules and regulations to ensure onsite safety.
- Coach and train field staff under Foreman's supervision assigning specific, manageable tasks (e.g. Operating the Hydraplatform, Using Hilti Epoxy, etc.).
- Ensure and inspect quality of work.
- Completion of appropriate daily paperwork (hard copies and/or electronic copies).
- Performs other duties as required.
Job Requirements:
- High School and completion of Vocational School a plus, College degree preferred.
- 3+ years related experience or equivalent role (Utility or Outside Plant experience a plus).
- Class A CDL preferred.
- Valid and current driver license is mandatory.
- Background Check performed prior to employment
- Motor Vehicle Record checked biannually.
- Must be capable of working with intermediate level computer skills using Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word
- Team player with field staff, project management and internal company management.
- Comfortable working from heights and over water.
- Ability to remain calm, focused and effective in pressure situations.
- Self-starter with ability to set goals and tasks with strong leadership skills.
- Aptus Group USA is a Drug Free Workplace. Candidates will be required to pass pre-employment and randomized DOT regulated drug tests.
- Develop skilled laborers under Foreman supervision
Additional Responsibilities:
- Acquire a fluent understanding of Aptus' products and services.
- Maintain professionalism and accuracy in all communications, both spoken and written
- Actively solicit assistance from staff as needed.
- Handle customer and staff issues with tact and respect.
- Be consistently reliable, dependable and on-time.
- Acquire and/or maintain a Class A CDL, OSHA 30, and other Certification as determined by the Company.
Physical Requirements:
- Daily lifting of items over 50 lbs., with or without the use of mechanical aids.
- Ability to spend all day outdoors exposed to weather and stand for long periods of time.
- Full use of hands and fingers as there is use of precision or semi-precision tools.
- Daily basic physical exertion, such as bending and twisting, lifting, climbing, pulling, pushing, or carrying.
Applicant requirements:
- Valid United States drivers license
- Able to work in the United States without sponsorship
- Meet fitness standards for DOT CDL physical / medical card
- Resume with past experience and at least three references
- Ability to travel and be away from home full time (Avg. 90%)
- Must pass a pre-employment drug screen
Equal Employment Opportunity: Aptus Group USA is an equal employment opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit and business needs, and not on race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, marital status, veteran status, political affiliation, or any other factor protected by law. Aptus Group USA complies with the law regarding reasonable accommodation for handicapped and disabled employees.