Pipe Layer Superintendent

As a Pipe Layer Superintendent you are responsible for managing operations, crews and equipment in order to create a profitable, efficient, and safe project. Work is performed in accordance with the instructions received by the general manager and project manager. The superintendent is expected to carry out his teams assignments free of direct supervision but may refer major problems or complicated situations to the supervisor at the first sign of trouble. Work is reviewed by observing on-site results, profit and other HSBLLC statements, and by analyzing equipment and maintenance costs.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Supervises personnel in an efficient and safe manner.
• Ensures that materials and equipment needed for the day’s work are on-site prior to starting work.
• Operates all equipment with fine grade capabilities. Primarily operates excavators, graders, and bulldozers, but will operate rollers, pans, backhoes, off-road trucks, track trucks, wheel loader or other heavy equipment as needed.
• Checks equipment daily for damage or wear and makes sure that all safety equipment is working. Assists and performs lubrication on equipment.
• Performs work in a safe and efficient manner. Able to operate equipment without damaging equipment or ground personnel.
• Keeps equipment clean. Removes trash and sweeps cab daily.
• Completes Daily Reports each day.
• Attends all training and certification classes as directed by the general manager.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists other personnel when there is no need for heavy equipment operation.
• Assists in training other personnel.
• Performs related work as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Experience in underground utility work: water, sewer, and storm. Experience in earth-moving public-works construction.
• Able to manage a project in a profitable, safe, and efficient manner.
• Experience in managing crews and projects. Ability to direct the work of each crew member in tasks related to public works construction.
• Experience in managing materials for projects. Ability to supervise the crew to load and deliver materials prior to starting the day’s work. The superintendent should have a clear idea of upcoming work so that he/she is aware of material inventory necessary for the work to come.
• Thorough operational knowledge and skills of specific equipment to be operated to support a variety of operations in public works construction.
• Ability to coach crew members in the operational knowledge and skills of specific equipment to be operated to support a variety of operations in public works construction.
• Thorough knowledge of safe equipment operation in all earth-moving tasks with emphasis in utility construction.
• Ability to work around existing underground and overhead utilities without damaging them.
• Ability to service the assigned equipment to ensure maximum operating efficiency.
• Ability to keep accurate record of time spent and material used.
• Adherence to safe work practices and procedures.
• Ability to coach crew members in safe work practices and procedures.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• A minimum of 5-years’ experience in managing crews and projects.
• A minimum of 3-years’ experience on heavy road equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to perform fine grade accuracy in finish grade work.
• Possession of a valid state-issued driver's license.

COMPETENCIES AND ABILITIES

Comprehension, Problem Solving and Communication

• Ability to follow verbal directions
• Ability to request information and supervisory help when needed
• Ability to communicate job requirements with other operators.

Physical and Sensory Abilities

• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen
• Ability to walk on and traverse uneven and undeveloped terrain
• Ability to walk up and down slopes
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods (constantly) on uneven terrain
• Ability to operate equipment on uneven terrain (able to withstand bouncing action)
• Ability to climb ladders and steps.
• Ability to work in low work positions by either bending or squatting/kneeling/stooping
• Ability to lift 25 – 50 pounds regularly
• Ability to lift up to 100 pounds occasionally (not required)
• Ability to push and pull up to 100lbs occasionally (not required)

Work Environment The superintendent routinely works in uneven and undeveloped terrain with high-level noise, dirt and dust, and in extremes of weather conditions.

Work Schedule Though work is weather-dependent, normal work weeks are Monday – Friday, up to 12 hours per day.

Driving Requirements Travel using a company vehicle is regularly required. A driving record that meets HSBLLC insurance company requirements as outlined in HSBLLC’s Vehicle and Heavy Equipment Safety Plan must be maintained.

FLSA Overtime Status This is an Exempt (salaried) position. Weekly salary is paid as long as superintendent works each day. Missed days are paid with PTO.

Henry S. Branscome LLC is an EEO Employer and offers a drug-free work environment.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Supervising experience: 1 year (Required)
• Underground utilities: 5 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Williamsburg, VA 23185 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $60,000 - $70,000