Pipe Foreman

Job description

· RIPA & Associates is a civil and utility construction company headquartered in Tampa, Florida. We specialize in a wide range of projects, including commercial, multifamily, residential, and public sector developments throughout Central Florida. Since our establishment in 1998 by Frank Ripa, we have consistently ranked among the Top 100 Private Companies in the Tampa Bay area.

· At RIPA, our continued success as a site contractor is attributed to our highly experienced and knowledgeable field management team. Comprising skilled project managers and superintendents, they are the driving force behind our exceptional quality, productivity, and exceptional customer service. Our employees are actively involved in professional organizations such as NUCA, SUCA, Associated Builders & Contractors, TBBA, American Society of Professional Estimators, the Society for Human Resource Management, and HR Tampa.

· Working at RIPA & Associates comes with a range of benefits, including but not limited to: Medical, Vision, and Dental insurance, Short-Term Disability, Voluntary Life insurance, Paid Time Off (PTO), Referral Program, Employee Assistance Program, Company-provided Life insurance, and a 401(k) retirement plan.

· RIPA & associates provides 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.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Organize and plan work with Superintendent to determine pipe routes, follow blueprints and pipe layout and install sequence.
• Inspect site to determine sequencing and method of pipe installation and survey for potential hazards and safety concerns.
• Plan drainpipe installation to reduce interference with other project activities
• Supervise and coordinate pipe crew activities including fitting pipe, installing sanitary or storm water sewer structures or pipe systems, grade level and backfill trench bases.
• Review, monitor, and maintain crew productivity, equipment, and materials to ensure deadlines are met.
• Maintain company assigned vehicles and equipment according to company and safety standards.
• Pre-plan work for crew and provide training opportunities.
• Teach and practice safety. Enforce quality control and safety policies on all aspects of work.
• Supervise, inspect, document, and maintain awareness of equipment used on site.
• Train crew on equipment used on site and ensure equipment is being operated and shut down safely and properly.
• Oversee safety procedures, quality of workmanship, production, and scheduling.
• Treat employee with respect and professionalism. Lead by example in the morale and attitude of the crew.
• Oversee project to ensure compliance with scope and quality as established by contract documents.
• Proactively participate and solve problems that could delay construction.
• Maintain daily timesheets of time and equipment for crew.
• Complete daily hazard analysis forms and daily excavation inspection reports.
• Maintain daily reports including construction & maintenance daily log and pictures of progress on site.
• Complete necessary forms as needed such for tool replacement requests, equipment maintenance requests, jobsite damage reports, and incident reports.
• Complete accident reporting in line with company policies and procedures and submit to Human Resources.
• Act as a liaison between Human Resources and crew member in the event of injury from a work-related incident. Complete necessary accident reports and investigations as requested.
• Lead weekly toolbox talks, safety meetings, and post-incident safety training.
• Attend training / courses as needed or required for OSHA, safety, etc.
• Communicate with Superintendent, Project Managers, other Foreman, and crew members.
• Implement incremental project schedules to ensure production is on tract and issues are proactively addressed.
• Report and address hazards with crewmembers.
• Supervise vehicle inspections as necessary.
• Work with Human Resources, Superintendent, and Project Managers to participate in employee performance reviews and appraisal along with encouraging and developing further training and growth of crew members.
• Provide management with feedback regarding design, planning, material, equipment, personnel, etc.
• Interview, hire, and train crew members.
• Maintain any licenses and / or certifications and skills necessary.
• Remain up to date on Company safety procedures, equipment operating procedures, employee handbook, DOT standards, MOT plans, etc. and operate according to federal, state, OSHA, and Erosion Control Laws and Regulations.
• Performs other duties as assigned by Superintendent and / or Project Manager.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• five years related experience in civil construction and underground utility.
• Experience operating, troubleshooting, and maintaining heavy construction equipment is required.
• Knowledge of safety and OSHA regulations is required.
• A high school diploma or its equivalent is required.
• Clean Motor Vehicle Record.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

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

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Application Question(s):

• How many years of Pipe Foreman experience do you have?

Experience:

• Pipe Foreman: 3 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $70,000