Construction Foreman (Fiber)

THIS ROLE WILL REQUIRE REGULAR TRAVEL TO SUPPORT CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS ACROSS THE UNITED STATES. DEPENDING ON LOCATION, WEEKLY TRAVEL OR 28/7 ROTATIONS MAY BE REQUIRED. PROJECT TRAVEL, LODING, AND PER DIEM ARE COVERED BY THE COMPANY.

WHO WE ARE

EPC was conceived and operates to provide anyone who desires to provide for their families through the work they do, an opportunity to do so. Everything we do revolves around the vision of a company that provides safe, quality work, driving customer demand that ultimately results in the creation of new job opportunities in the markets we serve. We focus heavily on our Core Values and expect all our employees to operate with those Core Values in Mind. These Core Values are Live Safe, Customer First, Do the Right Thing, Be at Team Player, and Be Productive.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

The Foreman is the production driver. The Foreman is responsible for leading assigned crew(s) daily, ensuring crew safety, keeping track of employee hours, completing daily & weekly safety briefings/inspections, and hitting production goals. This role reads project blueprints and is responsible for meeting quality requirements and standards set by EPC, the customer, and DOTD/local municipalities. This position oversees the Dig, Drill, plow, and Blower Crew(s).

WHAT YOU GET TO DO

• Utilizes experience and industry knowledge to precisely locate directional drill head while providing clear direction to drill operator.
• Electronically record bore shot and submit as-builts to management.
• Oversees and directs daily tasks and responsibilities for drill crew.
• Assists with daily maintenance of trucks and equipment.
• Creates and maintains safe worksites using proper signage and cones.
• Tracks production and monitors material consumption
• Drives commercial vehicles to and from job sites, towing a variety of trailers.
• Ability to develop communication skills with customers, governing bodies, and co-workers.
• Assist with routine labor (utility spotting, duct and fiber placement, equipment set-up, setting underground structures) as needed.
• Willingness to cross-train as a drill operator.
• Assist with hard and soft surface restoration.
• Must be familiar with one call rules, spotting procedures, and safe utility excavation.
• Effectively read design maps and establish efficient bore path.
• Ensure all utilities have been spotted to ensure clear passage of drill tooling.
• Assists with spotting/ potholing.
• Assist with fiber and cable placement.
• Responsible for complying with all company safety, OSHA, and DOT standards.
• Performs operator and laborer tasks as needed and required.
• Maintain quality and cleanliness of tools, equipment, and vehicles.
• Responsible for supporting in the training of new hires and other colleagues.

WHAT WILL HELP YOU STAND OUT

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Valid U.S. Driver’s License required.
• Valid Class A CDL is required.
• At least 2 years prior HDD, plowing, blowing, & locating experience required.
• Experience running compact excavator to assist with structure placement, grading, and general excavation.
• Experience operating utility locator to assist with potholing.
• Use of Subsite electronics preferred, but not required (DCI, Marksman plus).
• Able and willing to shovel consistently and lift between 50- 75 pounds.
• Able to properly stock truck with required tools, materials, and parts for efficient performance in the field.

WHAT WE ARE OFFERING

• Full-time, permanent opportunity in a fast-growth company!
• Opportunity to work autonomously. None of that micromanaging garbage. We hate that!
• Competitive pay
• Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision)
• Retirement plan with company match
• Company paid time-off
• Weekly paychecks!
• Career development and growth opportunities

WHAT TO EXPECT

• Outdoors environment which may require exposure to elements, including but not limited to wind, rain, heat, cold, snow, sleet, mud, etc.
• May be required to stand, sit, bend, twist, and reach as part of the job.
• Extended periods of standing on your feet may be required.
• May be required to lift up to 80 pounds.
• Must be able to pass a background check, drug screen, or other job-related pre-hire screenings related to the job.
• This position may require extensive overnight travel (2 consecutive weeks) via airplane, automobile, train, etc.

Disclaimer: The above information on this description has been designed to include the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. We retain our right to at-will employment at all times and this job description is not meant to be intended as a contract or guarantee of employment at any time.