Underground Foreman

AUI Power•Capitol Heights, MD

About The Position

AUI Inc. (AUI Power) is seeking a skilled, self-motivated, and dependable team player to join our AUI Power as an Underground Foreman. This role is ideal for individuals who take pride in physical, hands-on work and want to end each day knowing they contributed to essential infrastructure. Guided by our core values - Team First, Customer Focus, and Own It, our leadership team brings firsthand field experience and a strong commitment to operational excellence and safety. Position Summary: The Underground Foreman leads and supervises crews performing underground electrical distribution work, ensuring projects are completed safely, efficiently, and to specification. This role is responsible for daily work planning, safety enforcement, quality control, and coordination with project management, utilities, and inspectors. The Foreman also mentors crew members while maintaining accountability for production, compliance, and jobsite organization.

Requirements

10+ Years’ experience in the Underground Electrical Distribution field with at least 3 years’ experience as Foreman and/or General Foreman
Ability to read and interpret electrical prints and schematics and be familiar with network systems
Must be familiar with PEPCO Total Outage Application (TOA) process and requirements
Competent in job walk down including Miss Utility requirements
Must be able to pass test for LOTO and Clearance holder at Exelon (Pepco)
Must have a current, valid driver's license with the ability to obtain a Class A CDL within 6 months
High School diploma or GED
Work 40+ hours per week to include during inclement weather, holidays, and/or weekends as needed
Willing to work overtime, travel long distances on short notice for storm and/or emergency events as needed
Must be able to lift 50 lbs. on a regular basis
Must be able to push, pull, bend, stoop, and kneel on a regular basis
Must be able to work in confined spaces
Must successfully complete a criminal background check and drug screen

Responsibilities

Provide direct supervision and technical guidance to Journeymen, Cablemen, Apprentices, and Groundmen
Manage multiple crews and projects simultaneously
Provide technical assistance and training to crews
Performs maintenance and construction on all projects
Responsible for coordinating essential personnel on-site for the project
Manage supplies, materials and equipment
Read and interpret site plans, construction drawings, and scopes of work
Communicate directly with General Foremen, Project Managers, Line Crews, and other project personnel as required
Utilization of heavy equipment, digger derricks, bucket trucks, trenchers, and groundwork
Establish quality work ethic and commitment amongst the team
Know and enforce safety rules, practices, and regulations
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work zone in high-traffic pedestrian areas (city environments)
Clean and maintain equipment, trucks, and tools
Site cleanup

Benefits

Excellent healthcare options: Medical, vision, prescriptions, employee assistance program, and more!
Free dental and additional Health Incentive discounts available
Financial Security: Competitive 401(k) with 4% company match that is 100% vested upon deposit
Overtime Pay
Family Focus & Balance: Paid vacation, paid sick time, paid bereavement leave (as applicable), and more!
Employer Sponsored Education & Training: We can help you obtain a CDL!
Tuition Reimbursement: Continuing education to help advance your career
FR Clothing provided to you at no cost
Real-world experience through our Hands-On Training Facility
Wellness: On-site fitness center
Other Incentives: Employee Referral Bonus, hotel & per diem pay (when applicable) and tool assistance