What are the responsibilities and job description for the Underground Construction Foreman position at Pramira Inc?
ABOUT US
Pramira is a turnkey infrastructure provider entrusted with the mission-critical of network deployment and support for wireless carriers, broadband providers, OEMs, and asset owners. Our depth of experience and dedicated team enable Pramira to provide exceptional service and quality, while maintaining the highest safety standard.
We focus on career development and promotion - our employees are at the core of everything we do. If you’re looking for a career and not just a job, keep reading!
JOB DESCRIPTION
The Construction Foreman is a member of our outside plant division, is directed by the Construction Manager, accountable to ensure accuracy related to tasks and follow all policies and procedures related to safety, quality and production.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Operate construction equipment, including but not limited to a mini excavator, skid steer, trench machinery, directional drill operation, backhoe, and large trenchers and plows.
- Load, transport, and unload tools, materials, and equipment in a safe manner
- Locate cables in accordance with blueprints
- Identify marked and/or unmarked utilities in the construction area
- Perform pre and post operation inspection of the equipment; ensure routine equipment maintenance is performed per service requirements and safety guidelines
- Hand dig utilizing shovel and/or other mechanical tools as required
- Organize materials and basic hand tools necessary to complete excavation requirements
- Restore and/or landscape disturbed areas of the job site
- Complete all required Company documentation
- Other duties as assigned
- Must always comply with proper safety standards/procedures and work practices while operating equipment according to Pramira’s safety standards.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Two or more years’ experience as a foreman
- Two or more years’ experience operating machinery in standard and high-risk areas
- One year experience operating a RT80 trencher or similar
- Commercial driver’s license (CDL) preferred
- Knowledge of highway traffic control standards
- Ability to read and understand blueprints
- Knowledge of utility depths and placement
- May be required to work long and unpredictable hours
- Must be in good physical condition with the ability to stoop, crawl, bend at the knees and waist, squat and lift 75 lbs; includes body weight, equipment, tools and boxes
- Ability to work in various settings with moderate to loud noise levels.
- Ability to stand for long periods of time on varied surfaces
- Ability to work outdoors in all types of weather
- Ability to work in trenches, tunnels, and manholes
- May be required to work long and unpredictable hours
- Must pass a Drug Test & Background Check
BENEFITS
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Advancement and promotion opportunities
Pramira is proud to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
