Pole Foreperson
About The Position
The ideal candidate will demonstrate the willingness and the ability to learn the wooden pole inspection process through an up to 8-week training period of both on-the-job and classroom instruction, will demonstrate good work ethics, and enjoy working outdoors. A company vehicle will be issued once successful completion of the training and transitioned to the foreperson’s responsibilities. This role requires travel. Please refer to the details mentioned in the travel section for more information! As a utility pole inspection foreperson, you'll lead a crew of field workers in providing routine maintenance and remedial treatment of wood poles used to carry power lines and other above-ground utility lines. You'll also gain experience identifying any decay or defects with poles. This is a skilled trade and entry level position into the utility industry! PPE will be provided, including Hardhat, Safety Vest, Safety glasses, work gloves, etc. You’ll be required to provide acceptable workwear and good work boots with a hard toe.
Requirements
- Must be 18 years of age or older.
- The ideal candidates will be ambitious, career-minded, and safety-conscious.
- Computer and smartphone literate
- Ability to read maps and navigate in congested areas.
- Independently manage time and workload to meet deadlines.
- Mechanically inclined and has experience with a variety of tools.
- This is an outdoor position; the ideal candidate will understand the importance of adapting to various elements and weather conditions.
- This is a minimum 40-hour workweek with Saturdays considered inclement weather make-up days.
- Driver's License Required.
- Willing to travel locally, statewide, and regionally as needed.
- Overnight stays will be necessary (Paid hotel accommodations provided by the employer and a per-diem).
- Must be willing to travel to complete the initial required training as needed and based on experience.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with Wooden pole inspection is preferred but not required.
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent preferred.
Responsibilities
- Hiring, training, managing, and supervising a crew of 1 to 5 people.
- Maintain all tools, vehicles, and equipment.
- Achieve expected safety, quality, and production goals.
- Collect field data and maintain daily and weekly reports.
Benefits
- Health Insurance (Medical/Dental/Vision) from day one
- Company-sponsored Retirement Plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- Life, long-term/short-term disability insurance
- Vacation
- Paid Holidays after 90 days
- Per Diem is offered based on travel criteria.
- Performance Incentive Program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
