DoD SkillBridge - Fuel Construction Foreman
About The Position
TAIT is a proud partner of the DoD SkillBridge Program, offering career opportunities to U.S. Armed Forces members. This program allows service members to gain valuable civilian work experience through specific industry training, apprenticeships, or internships during the last 180 days of service. This position will train an individual to become a Construction Foreman. The Construction Foreman oversees construction tasks and supervises on-site personnel and subcontractors. This pivotal role ensures the coordination of projects to enhance profitability, surpass client expectations, and deliver high-quality results meeting or exceeding industry standards. Additionally, the Construction Foreman serves as the Job Site Safety Officer, responsible for implementing injury and illness prevention policies. Reporting directly to the Director, the Foreman is accountable for efficient, timely, and safe services in alignment with ethical and professional standards. This position requires a background check, MVR, and physical/drug screening.
Requirements
- Current Active Duty Servicemember
- Separating from the Military in 4-12 months
- Able to complete a minimum of 8 weeks and up to a maximum of 6 months SkillBridge apprenticeship.
- Able to work 40 hours per week.
- Mechanically minded.
- 3-5 years of relevant experience in commercial petroleum construction installation/supervision.
- ICC UST Install/Retrofit, ICC UST Removal, ICC Service Technician, and Veeder Root certifications.
- Strong judgment and adaptability to changing field conditions and requirements.
- 24 or 40-hour HAZWOPER certificate or current 8-hour refresher course.
- Valid Driver’s License.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, Word).
- Clear and professional communication skills with clients and team members.
- Ability to drive to job sites, occasionally covering extensive distances, up to 1000 miles per week.
- Occasional out-of-town work required.
- Strong organizational skills and commitment to maintaining good housekeeping practices.
- Proficient in reading and interpreting design plans.
- Capability to drive/haul a trailer to and from job sites.
- Proficient in reading and interpreting machine diagnostic reports.
- Navigate various job site terrains, including dirt, cement, asphalt, uneven concrete, etc.
- Physical capability for climbing ladders and stairs, kneeling, squatting, bending, stooping, and twisting at the waist and neck.
Responsibilities
- Lead and actively engage in all on-site activities, capturing comprehensive photo documentation for each phase.
- Maintain a constant presence in the work area, unless temporarily relieved by an approved interim Foreman.
- Coordinate material procurement, including gravel, concrete, etc., and document rental equipment.
- Inspect and inventory delivered equipment/materials/parts, ensuring compliance with specifications.
- Schedule and oversee inspections, liaise with inspectors, and manage subcontractor activities.
- Conduct and document daily safety meetings, identifying and addressing potential hazards in the work area.
- Enforce strict compliance with safety requirements for all personnel, ensuring cleanliness and security.
- Promptly report accidents and incidents to the Project Manager or Construction Manager.
- Manage the job schedule, addressing daily issues impacting timelines with the Construction Manager/Project Manager.
- Ensure the project stays within allocated labor hours, consulting with the Construction Manager/Project Manager before implementing overtime. Complete and submit daily logs.
- Provide the Project Manager with installation/operating instructions for new equipment.
- Complete and submit warranty documents for new equipment to the Project Manager and furnish detailed as-built drawings.
Benefits
- Valuable and affordable options for health, dental, vision
- Employer paid life insurance
- 401(k) with match
- Generous paid time off
- Other supplemental benefits
- Family-oriented environment
- Flexibility to manage work and life
- Medical options including PPO and HDHP with Health Savings Accounts (no extra charges for spouse or dependent coverage)
- Dental Plans with little to no deductible
- Vision PPO plan that’s accepted widely from local offices to large retailers
- Company paid Life Insurance
- ID Theft Protection & Monitoring
- Voluntary Life, Accident and Critical Illness plans
- Dependent Care and Flexible Spending Accounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- Retirement plan 401(k) with employer match
- Paid time off to relax and recharge with vacation, holidays, and sick time.
- Annual memberships with Strava and Headspace for additional health and wellness benefits
- Maternity and Paternity leave time options to care for the newest little family members
- Support for professional growth and development.
- Corporate Lodging Program (CLC)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
