Substation Foreman

Great Southwestern Construction
US - Virginia - Richmond
December 20, 2024
Construction

About the Role:

The Great Southwestern Construction, Inc., is currently seeking a skilled and qualified Foreman for our Substation projects. This position is required to travel throughout a multi-state region.

Company Overview

At Great Southwestern Construction, Inc., we utilize our well-established, longstanding reputation to create enduring relationships. We have built this reputation by meeting the needs of our clients and team members in a safe and innovative work atmosphere. Our leadership team is second to none in providing support and opportunities for growth with over half of our senior management team having been promoted within the company. We believe in creating a balanced work - life environment built on our culture and values which include safety, integrity, respect, and initiative. With industry leading benefits and compensation, we showcase the true value of our craft workers and truly put our People First. Are you ready to grow?  

Essential Functions

Provide direct supervision and technical guidance to Linemen, Groundman, and Apprentices (Line Crews) performing maintenance and construction activities on all electrical substation projects.

Responsible for coordinating essential personnel on-site for the project to include crew mobilization

Communicate and enforce all safety regulations

Manage supplies, materials and equipment

Assist with planning, directing and budget activities concerned with the construction of towers, foundations, lines, and other electrical material and equipment used for substation construction projects

Read and interpret site plans, construction drawings, and scopes of work

Communicate directly with Superintendents, Construction Managers, Project Managers, Line Crews and other project personnel as required

Understand and follow detailed construction schedules

Regular and predictable attendance

The essential functions of this position are to be performed in a Company designated office or field location

Understand and comply with the Company's Code of Business Conduct and Ethics and other industry-specific professional and ethical conduct standards, if applicable.

Other duties as assigned

About You:

Qualifications

Prior experience as a Foreman required, General Foreman or Superintendent highly preferred

High School graduate or equivalent

Must presently be qualified to be a Journeyman Lineman.

Possession of a valid Commercial driver's license Class A preferred.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, blueprints and scopes of work

Must be able to coordinate and collaborate with multiple personnel from the field to the office

Must be willing to travel and work away from home

Experience with digger derricks, bucket trucks, trenchers, and groundwork with utility crews is required

Ability to work at heights up to and above 100 feet preferred

Must be able to communicate effectively, have good teamwork skills and able to understand, comprehend, and follow directions in the workplace

Must have a quality work ethic and be committed to optimum customer service

Must be able to work additional hours

A high awareness of safety and compliance with company safety rules is required at all times

What We Offer:

Compensation & Benefits

Salary commensurate with experience.Paid weekly. MYR Group reserves the right to adjust ranges depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.

Medical, Basic Vision, Hearing, Regenexx, Teledoc, Mental Health (Low deductibles and out-of-pocket maximums) - Fifteen Dollar weekly premium for employee or employee plus family coverage.

Supplemental vision available.

Dental - 100% employer-paid premium.

Company-paid life and accidental death & dismemberment.

Employee Assistance Plan (EAP).

Generous 401(k) Plan with 100% company match up to 6%.

Paid time off starting at 5 days annually plus 10 paid Holidays (our Cultural Celebration Day is a floating vacation).

Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process, contact our Employment Hotline at ().

Great Southwestern Construction, Inc., a MYR Group Inc. Company, is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We promote diversity of thought, culture, and background, which connects our family of brands. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals and in which personnel processes are merit-based and applied without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, or other protected characteristics. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.  

MYR Group does not sponsor applicants for work visas. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer.

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