Wildcat Companies
Utility Foreman
Wildcat Companies, Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States, 80509
Wildcat has the ability to self-perform many types of civil construction including earthwork and site prep, concrete and asphalt paving, civil and structural concrete, rock excavation, piling and sheet piling, sub-grade stabilization, and water/waste-water treatment facilities. We also have a tremendous amount of experience with all underground utilities including sanitary sewer, water, storm sewer, and main electrical distribution.
The Sherwood Companies have a proven track record of completing a variety of projects from General Construction, to Construction Management and Design Build Projects for both public and private owners. A brief summary of the types of projects include, urban expressways, bridges, underground utilities, dam construction, asphalt/concrete paving and water/wastewater treatment plants.
JOB DESCRIPTION
The Foreman will be responsible for supervising and coordinating activities for a utility crew on varying heavy civil construction projects.
BENEFITS
Paid Time OffHoliday PayHealth, Dental, Vision, Life, Accident and Cancer InsuranceShort-term and Long-term disability401(k) with matchYearly boot reimbursementReferral bonus programACTIVITIES/TASKS/SCOPE
Lead by example that safety is the number one priority.Supervises and coordinates activities of work crews engaged in activities relating to placement of wet underground utilities, such as laying and connecting pipe for water, sewer, and storm.Ensure efficiency and quality work relating to installation of storm drain systems, fresh water systems, and sewer systemsSupervise, coordinate and schedule activities with other crews and contractors on a projectRead specifications, such as blueprints, to determine construction requirements and procedure planningInspect work progress, equipment or construction sites to verify safety, quality and specifications are metLocate, measure and mark site locations or placement of structures or equipmentCoordinate work activities with other construction project activitiesConfer with superintendent or technical personnel, other departments or contractors to resolve problems or to coordinate activitiesAssist workers engaged in construction activities, using hand tools or other equipmentTrain and develop crew members as deemed necessaryMaintain good customer relations by acting in a professional and courteous mannerAbility to proficiently operate excavator, front bucket loaders, fork lift and skid steer.Other duties as assignedPERFORMANCE MEASURES
SafetyQualityProductionCOMPETENCIES
Safety OrientedRead Survey and Calculating GradeReading PlansLeading OthersWork StandardsContinuous ImprovementInitiating ActionContributing to Team SuccessManaging Work (Time Management)CommunicationEDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
High school diploma or GED requiredMust have a clean driving record5 years of quality experience in heavy civil construction specifically working on underground utilities2-3 years of experience in managing and leading a teamCERTIFICATION/OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Calculating grade, Cuts / FillsJudgement and decision makingCritical thinkingReading comprehensionExcellent oral and written communicationLogical reasoningTime managementPHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Keyboarding/typingAbility to read effectively from a computer screen and/or a paper copyAbility to handle a large volume of work and perform multiple tasks in a fast-paced environmentAbility to effectively verbally communicateAbility to stand, sit, stoop, bend, walk and lift heavy objects (50 lbs)Work outside in varying weather conditionsWORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work is performed in a variety of weather conditions with exposure to outdoor elements.We are an Equal Opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, medical condition, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
The Sherwood Companies have a proven track record of completing a variety of projects from General Construction, to Construction Management and Design Build Projects for both public and private owners. A brief summary of the types of projects include, urban expressways, bridges, underground utilities, dam construction, asphalt/concrete paving and water/wastewater treatment plants.
JOB DESCRIPTION
The Foreman will be responsible for supervising and coordinating activities for a utility crew on varying heavy civil construction projects.
BENEFITS
Paid Time OffHoliday PayHealth, Dental, Vision, Life, Accident and Cancer InsuranceShort-term and Long-term disability401(k) with matchYearly boot reimbursementReferral bonus programACTIVITIES/TASKS/SCOPE
Lead by example that safety is the number one priority.Supervises and coordinates activities of work crews engaged in activities relating to placement of wet underground utilities, such as laying and connecting pipe for water, sewer, and storm.Ensure efficiency and quality work relating to installation of storm drain systems, fresh water systems, and sewer systemsSupervise, coordinate and schedule activities with other crews and contractors on a projectRead specifications, such as blueprints, to determine construction requirements and procedure planningInspect work progress, equipment or construction sites to verify safety, quality and specifications are metLocate, measure and mark site locations or placement of structures or equipmentCoordinate work activities with other construction project activitiesConfer with superintendent or technical personnel, other departments or contractors to resolve problems or to coordinate activitiesAssist workers engaged in construction activities, using hand tools or other equipmentTrain and develop crew members as deemed necessaryMaintain good customer relations by acting in a professional and courteous mannerAbility to proficiently operate excavator, front bucket loaders, fork lift and skid steer.Other duties as assignedPERFORMANCE MEASURES
SafetyQualityProductionCOMPETENCIES
Safety OrientedRead Survey and Calculating GradeReading PlansLeading OthersWork StandardsContinuous ImprovementInitiating ActionContributing to Team SuccessManaging Work (Time Management)CommunicationEDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
High school diploma or GED requiredMust have a clean driving record5 years of quality experience in heavy civil construction specifically working on underground utilities2-3 years of experience in managing and leading a teamCERTIFICATION/OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Calculating grade, Cuts / FillsJudgement and decision makingCritical thinkingReading comprehensionExcellent oral and written communicationLogical reasoningTime managementPHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Keyboarding/typingAbility to read effectively from a computer screen and/or a paper copyAbility to handle a large volume of work and perform multiple tasks in a fast-paced environmentAbility to effectively verbally communicateAbility to stand, sit, stoop, bend, walk and lift heavy objects (50 lbs)Work outside in varying weather conditionsWORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work is performed in a variety of weather conditions with exposure to outdoor elements.We are an Equal Opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, medical condition, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)