Utilities Foreman - UF0126
Sanders Brothers Construction Company is currently looking to hire a foreman in our Utilities Department. The Utilities Foreman will be responsible for managing day-to-day utility installation and repair operations including managing personnel and projects.
Role and Responsibilities:
- Managing the day-to-day water, sewer, and storm drain utility pipeline operations.
- Will direct a crew as a working foreman and perform skilled work in the installation and repair of water and sewer facilities.
- Responsible for supervising utilities brick mason crew when on job site.
- Establish grades off of a benchmark.
- Supervise the installation of underground utilities including water, sewer and storm drain.
- Supervision is exercised over a crew of skilled and unskilled workers or two or more small crews assigned to individual projects.
- Be responsible industry and company standards for safe digging practices, trench box usage and installation.
- Work is performed under general direction of an administrative superior and is subject to periodic review by superiors for results obtained, changes in work methods, and adherence to departmental policies.
- Communicate with inspectors, customers and SBCC employees in a courteous and professional manner.
- Safely operating heavy equipment-Loader and track hoe/excavator.
- Perform basic preventive maintenance of equipment.
- Working within confined spaces (after required training) at varying depths.
- Excavate in a trench box and ensure proper trench grade.
- Assisting with the installation of trench boxes.
- Must identify and communicate poor trench conditions to ensure safety.
- Assisting utilities brick mason as needed
- Assist with the placement of ductile, concrete and steel piping.
- Assist during utility pipe repairs.
- Following plans to set pipeline and necessary depth and grade.
- Working within confined spaces (after required training) at varying depths.
- Assisting with the installation of trench boxes.
- Use of track hoe to for the placement of ductile, concrete and steel piping.
- Work in varying weather conditions and work environments including dusty, wet, loud noises, etc.
- Keep company vehicle, tools, job site and equipment clean and orderly, informing management of any safety concerns.
- Comply with all SBCC policies, procedures and safety requirements.
- Maintain employee time sheets and daily reporting meeting company requirements by utilizing current company technology.
- Meet or exceed production goals.
- Perform any other general duties as specified.
Qualifications and Education Requirements:
- Five years experience managing a utility pipeline crew, familiar with safe digging practices, trench box usage and installation
- Knowledge of and experience reading, understanding, and implementing drawings.
- Basic mathematical skills are required.
- Thorough knowledge of and ability to properly establish bench marks and grades.
- Must have communication skills to lead craftspeople in labor, equipment operation and other duties required by the job.
- Thorough knowledge of proper use of equipment, materials and supplies used in heavy construction work.
- Based on duties, may be required to obtain DOT medical certification.
- Must obtain a negative drug test result prior to hire and maintain throughout term of employment.
- Must meet SBCC's employment standards with regards to background checks.
- Must have the ability to stand, crawl and kneel for long periods of time
- Work environments will vary making it necessary to tolerate weather conditions, such as rain and extreme temperatures. Employees may be exposed to dust, dirt, varying temperatures, loud noises, etc.
- Valid driver's license and maintain an acceptable driving record by complying with standards established by SBCC policy.
Benefits: Sanders Brothers Construction provides employees with outstanding benefits which include: Medical, Vision, Dental, Vacation & Holiday Pay, 401K, and potential financial incentives through Profit Sharing and Bonuses.
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Sanders Brothers Construction Co. Inc.
401(k), profit sharing, company vehicle
Jan 28, 2026