PSW Gas - Natural Gas Foreman
About The Position
The Natural Gas Foreman supervises field operations for underground utility and natural gas installation projects. The role oversees the safe and productive layout, assembly, and installation of gas utility systems while directly supervising and coordinating the utility crew. The foreman also performs fieldwork as needed and ensures work meets safety regulations, project specifications, and quality standards. The position involves overseeing underground natural gas line and infrastructure installation, coordinating with survey and inspection teams, and reporting progress, challenges, and material usage to the Utility Superintendent. The foreman interprets utility plans and specifications; ensures proper installation of gas lines, fittings, valves, and regulators; and oversees heavy equipment use. The role also maintains timecards, production logs, and material reports, conducts safety briefings, ensures required testing before activation, and coordinates work with project personnel and other trades. Work is outdoors in all weather conditions and may include day or night shifts and weekends depending on project needs. The work environment includes construction-site noise, dust, grease, materials, and nearby heavy equipment and moving machinery.
Requirements
- Experience in utility installation, including natural gas, is required.
- Ability to understand and follow work directions and communicate effectively with the team and management.
- Deep understanding of gas utility systems, layout methods, and safety protocols.
- Ability to read and interpret construction blueprints, plans, and project specifications.
- Skill in operating heavy equipment and tools used in underground utility installation.
- Effective leadership and team management skills.
- Familiarity with utility marking systems and One Call/811 processes.
- Ability to stand for extended periods during an 8+ hour work shift.
- Ability to stoop, bend, crouch, and frequently lift at least 50 lbs, and lift up to 150 lbs with assistance.
- Ability to maintain awareness of multiple concurrent job-site activities, including crew movements and equipment operation.
- Ability to frequently walk on uneven terrain in varying weather conditions.
- Ability to climb on and off heavy equipment safely.
- Capability of being certified to enter confined spaces and trenches up to 20 feet deep using ladders or crawling.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or GED preferred.
- 3–5 years of experience as a Natural Gas Foreman or in a related role preferred.
Responsibilities
- Demonstrate a safety-first mindset and enforce on-site safety protocols.
- Directly supervise the gas/utility crew and ensure work is completed efficiently and within project timelines.
- Report daily progress, challenges, and material usage to the Utility Superintendent.
- Oversee installation of underground natural gas lines and related infrastructure.
- Coordinate with survey and inspection teams to ensure proper layout and compliance.
- Ensure crew productivity meets required production and quality standards.
- Read and interpret utility and gas distribution plans, drawings, and specifications.
- Ensure correct assembly and installation of gas lines, fittings, valves, and regulators.
- Oversee operation and use of heavy equipment required for natural gas utility work.
- Maintain and update timecards, production logs, and material usage reports.
- Enforce OSHA, company, and industry-specific safety guidelines, including operator qualification standards.
- Conduct daily safety briefings, orientations, and coaching sessions.
- Ensure gas lines are properly tested, such as through pressure testing, before activation.
- Maintain clean, organized, and hazard-free work zones.
- Communicate professionally with supervisors, contractors, vendors, and field personnel.
- Collaborate with engineers, utility inspectors, and project stakeholders to ensure project accuracy.
- Provide real-time updates on field progress and site conditions.
- Coordinate work with other contractors and trades on shared job sites.
- Perform incidental duties and support other trades as needed.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
