Underground Distribution Foreman

Overview

MasTec Utility Services delivers critical infrastructure construction and engineering services for power delivery, gas, and water customers, specializing in overhead and underground electric distribution for power delivery systems, gas distribution construction for gas systems, and turnkey solutions for a variety of water, sewer, and civil infrastructure projects. Backed by decades of experience, MUS delivers safe, innovative, and environmentally responsible services that provide value to clients. MasTec Utility Services is a purpose-driven company with a culture that supports growth and inclusion. We are a subsidiary of MasTec (NYSE : MTZ), a Fortune 500 Company. We are certified as a minority-controlled company by the National Minority Suppliers Development Council (NMSDC). Our diversity of people and ideas strengthens our organization.

Job Summary

The Underground Distribution Foreman leads the crew to complete daily tasks related to the construction and maintenance of underground power lines, from plant / station to meter base, auxiliary facilities, and equipment for the distribution of electricity. They read blueprints, oversee production, manage the Line team, ensure crew safety, and collaborate with personnel from other departments.

Pay Rate : $35.00 - $40.00 per hour

There is no per diem for this role.

Responsibilities

• Obtain all the necessary materials for the job, and ensure all permits and licenses are in place.
• Oversee work related to each project and assume full responsibility for its quality and timeliness.
• Ensure compliance with proper safety standards, procedures, and work practices according to MasTec or the customer, whichever standard is higher.
• Facilitate daily toolbox talks and weekly safety inspections.
• Disseminate information and ensure understanding of safety briefings.
• Coordinate and supervise daily tasks for crew members related to digging and placing product.
• Perform switching procedures to isolate and insulate, splice, and terminate underground power lines following proper safety procedures.
• Provide for connecting and disconnecting, installing and removal, moving and transferring of various electrical devices on customer facilities, i.e., transformers, transformer banks, regulators, switches, switching devices, capacitor banks, etc.
• Properly phase and mark / tag underground equipment.
• Drive, haul, and / or operate equipment to / from job sites to assist crews in completion of work.
• Train new hires and trainees to learn the trade.
• Call in utilities located at each project site.

Qualifications

Preferred

Physical Demands and Work Environment

This job operates in a field environment. This role routinely requires extended periods of bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting, standing, and twisting, as well as exposure to inclement weather such as extreme heat, extreme cold, rain, ice, snow, and wind. Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and have adequate vision and hand-eye coordination.

Note : This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities. The company reserves the right to revise or change duties as needed and to accommodate individuals with disabilities.

Benefits

Benefits available include Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life insurance, a 401k plan, and Employee Stock Purchase plan. MasTec is a publicly traded company MTZ (NYSE).

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, gender, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law and EEOC regulations. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.

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