Foreman B

Pike Corporation•Ocala, FL

18d•Onsite

About The Position

The Foreman B is a working foreman position requiring superior experience and demonstrated success in a leadership role. The Foreman B leads and coordinates crews performing electrical line clearance and vegetation management work, while ensuring safe work practices, quality execution, customer communication, and compliance with company procedures and the Line Clearance Contract. The role includes scheduling and assigning crew work, inspecting and maintaining equipment and PPE, training and coaching team members, and completing required records and paperwork. The employee may also support storm restoration efforts and adapt to changes in plans and schedules. The work is performed outdoors, including at construction job sites and in varied or inclement weather. It involves physical labor, work at heights and/or in confined spaces, and exposure to airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, vibration, extreme conditions, and loud noise. The job description notes that the position may perform other related duties as requested.

Requirements

1–2 years of recent experience.
Able to read and communicate effectively in English, including reading and writing.
Valid driver’s license.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Able to travel long distances on short notice and work for extended periods in various locations when required.
Able to lift more than 50 pounds and perform rigorous physical labor.
Willing to work overtime when requested.
Safety conscious, trustworthy, and responsible, with excellent communication, people, and leadership skills.
Broad knowledge of climbing skills and the mechanical and manual technical aspects of electrical line clearance operations.
Thorough knowledge of natural and directional pruning techniques.
Proven job-performance skills as a top climber (CA).
Working knowledge of crew equipment and tools, including how to operate equipment efficiently.
Understand proper use of company radios and proper use and maintenance of hand tools.
Capable of receiving and following directions and working at heights and/or in confined spaces.
Able to work outdoors, frequently in inclement weather.
Regularly able to talk or hear; frequently able to stand, walk, handle or feel objects with hands, and reach with hands and arms.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual Spanish/English skills.
A Commercial Driver’s License is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Enforce safe working practices in accordance with company policies and procedures, and work safely while performing assigned tasks.
Schedule crews efficiently, assign work, and ensure crew members carry out work as planned.
Maintain necessary written and computer records, comply with company reporting procedures, and complete company paperwork.
Assist fellow workers in meeting project objectives.
Maintain good customer and public relations; communicate project issues, concerns, explanations, procedures, and techniques to customers.
Lead, train, and coach team members on proper natural and directional pruning techniques.
Operate vehicles and equipment professionally and safely.
Assist with visual observation and safety checks during vegetation management and cleanup.
Join storm restoration efforts when needed.
Adapt to abrupt changes in plans and schedules.
Understand and adhere to the Line Clearance Contract with the Owner.
Communicate effectively with crew members so they understand work directives and can communicate work practices to customers and property owners to obtain concurrence.
Use proper tools, safety equipment, and PPE to protect oneself and others; inspect PPE and understand when it must be worn.
Participate in ongoing training to improve technical and leadership skills.
Coordinate and inspect crew members' work and safely perform tasks required to complete the job.
Assist with on-the-job training for less experienced climbers and bucket operators.
Accept accountability for crew availability.
Maintain company vehicles, equipment, and tools in good working order.
Follow Company Safety Rules and Company Policies and Procedures.
Perform other related work as required to complete the job and meet organizational needs.