Substation Foreman

Pike Electric • Monroe, GA

90d

About The Position

The Substation Foreman is responsible for the supervision, assignment and coordination of the Substation Construction and Maintenance activities to ensure a productive workforce that supports all divisional, departmental, site and corporate goals while in accordance with all company policies and local, state, and federal regulations. The Substation Foreman will direct the work and provide technical assistance to subordinates assigned to assist him/her and craft employees working under lump sum and fixed unit price contracts. The Substation Foreman requires 8-9 years of continuous experience with 5 of these years worked as Top Substation Technician A craft position, and will be responsible for identifying, properly tracking and reporting of completed job units to the Project Manager or General Foreman. The Substation Foreman will participate in job estimation and will be expected to attend pre-bid meetings and to conduct client pre-construction meetings. The Substation Foreman will be responsible for the safety and work quality of his crew. This is a working Foreman position, and it may also be required to travel to another state depending on customer demands. **NOTE: TRAVEL TO FLORIDA AND OTHER STATES/LOCATIONS IS REQUIRED.

Requirements

• 8-9 years of continuous experience in substation construction and maintenance.
• 5 years of experience as Top Substation Technician A craft position.
• Able to perform rigorous physical labor and work at heights up to 125 feet.
• Possess a Commercial Drivers' License.
• Must supply own personal hand tools and safety toed work boots.
• Capable of lifting in excess of 50 lbs and working in confined spaces.
• Operational experience of various types of heavy equipment.
• Extensive knowledge of construction standard practices, techniques, quality requirements, applicable codes and standards.
• Ability to interpret substation structural drawings and communicate effectively.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with energized high voltage systems.
• Ability to lead and coach subordinates.
• Proficient knowledge in all aspects of substation systems.
• Ability to establish grade, elevations, and layout of foundations and cable trough.

Responsibilities

• Oversees job to ensure crew is working safely while performing new construction, maintenance or repair, testing, adjusting and troubleshooting work of substation equipment/systems.
• Responsible for maintaining Company vehicles, test equipment and tools in good working conditions.
• Directs the daily work of the crew and provides technical assistance.
• Participates in job estimation and attends pre-bid meetings.
• Conducts client pre-construction meetings.
• Identifies, tracks and reports completed job units to the Project Manager or General Foreman.
• Ensures compliance with safety rules and policies.
• Motivates work crew members and develops pride in crew members.

Benefits

• EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled
• Non-union Company

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Specialty Trade Contractors