What are the responsibilities and job description for the Construction Foreman (San Diego) position at AM Ortega?
A San Diego based Construction Company with operations throughout Southern California currently has openings for Full Time CONSTRUCTION FOREMAN, with focus on Underground, Dry Utilities, Civil, Gas and Electric for its San Diego, California Division to perform various tasks related to the Natural Gas Utilities Industry.
Job Duties:
The duties for this position will include and not limited to performing physical labor for;
- Working knowledge of all customer Standards.
- Ability to communicate and understand potential change orders and manage their completion in a timely manner.
- Good customer service skills.
- Ability to perform administrative tasks on an IPAD as required by company procedure.
- Time keeping, Quality Checklists, Inventory Ordering, etc.
- JSA’s, Safety Meetings and Standard Updates.
- Ability to “Train” new employees to the industry or company.
- Mentor “up and coming” laborers to become future Foreman.
- Ability to recognize safety concerns and exercise proper authority to mitigate risk and proper reporting.
- Ability to work nights and weekends as needed.
Special Skills or Requirements:
Qualified candidates must possess the following special skills and or requirements to be considered for this position.
- Must pass pre-employment drug screening.
- Advanced knowledge of site development.
- Must have structural underground civil gas/electric experience.
- Ability to read plans and perform layouts.
- Advanced knowledge of proper use of equipment, materials, and supplies used in underground/civil construction.
- Advanced knowledge and understanding of first aid and basic safety rules.
- Must be able to work independently and complete daily activities according to work schedule.
- Ability to lift heavy objects 50-60 lbs. on a regular basis, walk and stand for long periods of time and perform strenuous physical labor under adverse field conditions.
- Ability to communicate orally and in writing.
- Ability to utilize “Electronic” devices in the administration of all jobs. (IPAD, Computer)
- Ability to use equipment and tools properly and safely.
- Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions.
- Ability to meet attendance schedule with dependability and consistency.
- Valid Driver’s License with an Insurable Driving record as per the company insurance standards.
Education and/or Experience:
- High School diploma or GED.
- 3-5 years of Underground Construction experience is required.
- Manage crew.
- San Diego Gas & Electric experience is a major plus.
- Must be willing to join to the local Labor Union this position is covered under.
