What are the responsibilities and job description for the Piping Foreman position at Piedmont Service Group?
The Pipe Foreman will assist in the supervision of craft activities to assure optimum productivity and construction compliance. The Pipe Foreman will supervise the lay out, assembly and installation of various sizes and types of pipes. The Pipe Foreman will study project specifications with the Project Manager to plan sequencing and schedule for pipe installation.
Key Duties
- Coordinates and supervises daily activities of a 2 – 7-person crew.
- Sequences pipe installation to reduce inference with other project activities.
- Continually inspects work site, surveying for potential hazards or safety concerns.
- Responsible for crew safety. Establishes safe work environment that complies with the Company safety program.
- Reviews and approves employee time reporting.
- Maintains professional relationships with internal and external customers.
- Creates opportunity and facilitates team and individual growth.
Qualification Requirements General- To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each Key Duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Education and Experience-This position typically is not an entry-level job, as it requires demonstrable previous experience as a Pipe Foreman. A high school diploma or general education degree (GED) is preferred. Must be able to understand work directions and communicate effectively with supervisors, teammates and customers. Minimum of three (3) to five (5) years experience required. Valid North Carolina Driver’s license with satisfactory driving record required.
Physical Demands -The following physical demands are representative of those that must be met by a Pipe Foreman to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
- Constant physical effort, including standing, is required during a regular work shift of at least eight hours per day. Team Members must be able to stand for extended periods of time, and to stoop, bend, and crouch as required to perform Key Duties.
- Frequently work with hands extended overhead, sometimes in conjunction with the operation of hand power tools.
- Ability to lift and carry, on a frequent basis, at least 50 pounds.
- Manual dexterity to hand-carry construction materials, forms, power tools, and hand tools.
- Physical dexterity involving stretching, proper placement of legs, and use of arms and hands in repetitive motions.
- Maintain constant alertness to the multiple concurrent activities of the construction site, including the activities of other employees and contractors, the operation of stationary equipment, and the movement of mobile equipment.
- Frequently walk on uneven surfaces, including natural ground in varying weather conditions.
- Capable of being certified to enter confined spaces, including climbing into and out of excavations up to 15 feet in depth, using ladders or crawling, as required.
- Sufficient skill and visual acuity, under varying degrees of light, darkness, and weather conditions.