Underground Foreperson (Electrical)

Underground Electrical Foreperson

R.D. Graham Electric is hiring for a full-time underground electrical foreperson! Great company culture and atmosphere, coupled with the southern charm that only the Carolinas can bring.  Apply today!

Pay Range: $34-$39 per hour

Work type: Full time.

Job Location: Wilmington, NC

Benefits:

• Company matched 401K
• Health
• Dental
• Vision
• Vol Life
• LTD
• Paid Holidays
• PTO
• Free Basic Life and short-term disability.

Purpose and Function: The purpose of this position is to provide guidance, direction and oversight to underground electric crews operating at job sites. This position will report to the superintendent and/or director of construction.

Job Overview

The purpose of this position is to provide guidance, direction and oversight to underground crews operating at the job site.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Work safely while performing new construction, maintenance, and repair of underground installation work.
• Capable of leading underground service crew to complete infrastructure and duct bank installs.
• Supervises crew and demonstrates working knowledge of leadership and management skills.
• Capable of leading and training lower skilled employees in safe and productive work procedures.
• Capable of planning safe work based on a job print or work order.
• Coordinates and inspects the work of crew members.
• Conduct pre-job or tailgate briefings.
• Ensure inspections status; scheduled and completed.
• Possess a working knowledge of all aspects of underground distribution.
• Troubleshoot problems on underground raceways and circuits.
• Understands how to safely operate equipment.
• Maintains company vehicles, equipment and tools in good working order.
• Ensure special equipment needs are requested.
• Ensure project benchmarks are achieved, and job schedule is maintained.
• May attend project meetings and communicate information to PM and job foreman.
• Aid and oversee safety initiatives and ensure a safe work environment for all personnel.
• This position will be expected to promote a team-oriented, positive work environment which promotes a culture of safety and open communication.

Qualifications

• This position will require experience working in field installation and operations (3-5 years), primarily in the construction and service of the commercial electrical industry.
• Experience with job site layout based upon plan takeoff and interpretation are critical to this position.
• Experience with excavation operations and the various associated equipment is a must.
• Experience with trade inspections, dealing with various jurisdictions and inspectors are also areas which are beneficial.
• While formal education is not a requirement for this position, associated trade certifications are beneficial.
• The individual should also demonstrate strong leadership, supervisory, communication and problem-solving skills.

Physical and Environmental Requirements:

• Should be able to sit, bend, stoop and lift items which occasionally exceed 50 pounds.
• Be able to climb, crawl and squat as the job demands.
• The work environment is outdoors in all type weather to include extreme heat and cold.
• The individual is exposed to extreme conditions of a construction site such as loud noise, dusty environments, moving mechanical equipment, and vibration of mechanical equipment.

R.D. Graham Electric is committed to hiring, training and equipping the very best employees. Every employee at R.D. Graham Electric is a part of a team, encouraging a positive work environment and making sure we meet our customers’ expectations. We believe in integrity and that “Our Word Matters”! For over 30 years, R.D. Graham Electric has been providing quality and expertise for commercial electrical installation, repairs, site lighting, and design-build installation.

Please note the selected candidate will be required to submit to full pre-employment background and drug screening. 

Salary : $34 - $39