Foreman OH Distribution - Athens, OH

Peak Utility Services Group•Grove City, OH

10h

About The Position

The Overhead Distribution Foreman works on fiber, communications, and similar de-energized lines and equipment, under the direction of the general foreman and/or division manager. The role provides field supervision for crews installing, maintaining, and repairing overhead and underground electric distribution and service lines and related equipment. Working around high-voltage energized lines and equipment is identified as a critical job hazard. Work includes pole change-outs, DACR, VVO, and reconductor work. The foreman is responsible for crew safety, job briefings, job safety analysis, and coordination of materials, equipment, and manpower. The role requires outdoor work in varied terrain and weather, pole climbing and work at heights, strenuous physical activity, operation of tools and a service truck, and on-call availability after working hours as needed. Crews may work 40–60 hours per week, and overtime, storm work, and travel for training may be required.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Three to four years of experience, or equivalent hours and/or education/training.
Possess or be able to obtain a valid driver's license in the state of residence.
Obtain a clean Class A CDL with a Medical Examiner's Card.
Be willing to work overtime and storm work; crews may work 40–60 hours per week.
Pass criminal and motor vehicle record background checks and a pre-employment drug screen.
Complete OSHA 10-hour Safety Training within 60 days.
Successfully complete applicable knowledge and skills examinations and comply with Safety Performance Standards.
Ability to climb poles and perform strenuous duties in varied weather conditions.
Ability to work outdoors in diverse terrain and all weather conditions.
Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle in all driving conditions.
Sight, strength, and coordination sufficient to safely operate heavy and light equipment and tools.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform strenuous lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling.
Ability to stand, walk, and use hands to handle or operate objects, tools, or controls.
Close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions and communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Ability to work with angry or difficult customers.
Skill in operating listed tools and equipment.
Ability to accurately read and record data from various types of meter dials.
Ability to operate a service truck.
Ability to travel frequently for required training and potentially for overtime or storm work.

Responsibilities

Conduct daily job briefings so crew members understand the work and potential hazards.
Provide field supervision and ensure the safety of crews installing, maintaining, and repairing overhead and underground electric distribution and service lines and related equipment.
Promote and maintain positive working relationships among crew personnel, customers, and the general public.
Check material, equipment, and manpower requirements; conduct pre-job meetings and job safety analyses with the crew.
Dig holes and set poles for fiber and electrical lines.
String wire during new construction or line-break repairs.
Set and connect fiber distribution equipment.
Climb poles and perform necessary repairs.
Trim trees along fiber, communications, and similar de-energized electrical lines.
Respond to work orders for fiber disconnections, reconnections, new orders, and other public works services.
Maintain assigned tools and equipment.
Remain on call after working hours as needed and directed.
Report accidents, incidents, and known potential safety hazards to the foreman immediately.
Perform other related duties as assigned.