What are the responsibilities and job description for the Horizontal Directional Drill Foreman position at Mears Group, Inc.?
Mears Pipeline, A Quanta Services Company
At Mears Pipeline., we believe in developing and retaining the best people in the industry and providing the best value services to our customers in the natural gas industry. We take pride in developing the infrastructure of our country by connecting people and resources. As an industry leader over the last 65 years, we have built our reputation as a premier provider of services with a solid track record of performance, integrity and – above all – a commitment to safety, quality, and our people.
Our projects are regulated by federal and state laws which require all employees to successfully pass criminal background checks, MVR, and drug tests (post-employment and random testing).
Mears Pipeline is seeking an HDD Foreman for the Las Vegas Area. The ideal candidate will have HDD Foreman experience in underground natural gas work and has the ability to safely lead a construction crew.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Provide guidance and coordinate the activities of an HDD construction crew.
- Ability to locate/operate, trench, place duct, pull cable, and direct bury main-line and drops.
- Ability to safely locate & verify all utilities before construction.
- At a minimum, the position requires a good working knowledge of natural gas construction:
- Familiarity with Horizontal Directional Drills
- Ability to identify and troubleshoot problems
- Ability to read prints and have knowledge of the underground process.
- Other duties as assigned based on business needs
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS (Education, Experience and Skills):
- Must have good communication skills and a positive attitude
- The ability to manage and direct an UG crew
- Valid US Driver's License
- Able to work in a fast-paced environment
- The ability to work safely, with or without supervision
- Ability to operate equipment, including, but not limited to directional drills, locating systems, trencher, backhoe, excavators, etc
- Foreman must be knowledgeable with all typical safety procedures and apply them at all times
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bilingual in Spanish and English
- Commercial Driver s License
- Flexibility to travel
WORKING ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Work is performed most frequently outdoors in weather conditions that vary from below freezing temperatures to heat above 90 degrees, in wet and dry conditions and in rural areas. Employee s may perform duties around energized and de-energized electric lines and equipment and moving mechanical parts. Work may be performed in confined spaces. Some exposure to odors, gases, dust and dirt may occur. The noise level in the work environment may range from moderate to loud.
Work is heavy and requires exertion of up to 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Lifting and carrying of 10 to 50 pounds frequently is required. Reaching and lifting overhead is frequent. Job requires standing, crawling, climbing, bending, twisting, pushing, pulling and reaching a majority of the time. Performs work on poles at heights of up to 75 feet, normally in awkward positions. May spend long periods of time driving and/or riding in line construction vehicles to reach remote areas of the service territory.
This description portrays in general terms the type and levels of work performed and is not intended to be all-inclusive or represent specific duties of any one incumbent. The knowledge, skills, and abilities may be acquired through a combination of formal schooling, self-education, prior experience, or on-the-job training.
It is the continuing policy of Mears Group - Mears Pipeline to afford equal opportunities for all qualified persons, regardless of their race, creed, color, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, disability, medical condition, marital status, veteran status or any other protected class at the local, state, or federal level. No person shall be excluded from employment consideration on the basis of these factors.
