What are the responsibilities and job description for the Optum Petroleum Services Team Lead position at Optum Petroleum Services?
Overview
A Petroleum Construction Team Lead performs many tasks that require physical labor on construction sites. This person will lead construction craft worker or electrician. They can perform a wide range of tasks varying in complexity from very easy to extremely difficult and potentially hazardous.
Job Duties
- Act as a team leader to independently undertake a specific phase of work and direct others in the completion of that goal.
- Be able to spot and direct the heavy equipment operators, track hoe and loaders, from the ground during excavation operations. The ability to operate small machinery, such as a skid steer loader or backhoe, is a plus.
- Able to cut and thread steel pipe and assist in the fitting and installation on underground and above-ground tanks.
- Assist with the foreman shooting grades, and simple paperwork.
- Help maintain a clean and organized job site per the foreman’s direction.
- Help maintain a safe job site - make sure all signs and safety barricades and devices are in place and wear the proper personal protective equipment for the task being performed.
- Keep the tools of the trade picked up, cleaned and organized on the truck or job trailer.
- Keep the job inventory straight per the foreman’s directions.
- Communicate and look ahead to avoid problems and help plan.
Job Requirements
- Possess a valid driver’s license and be able to safely operate a construction truck and tow small trailers when needed.
- A minimum High School diploma or GED.
- Ability to read a blueprint.
- Basic math and mechanical skills.
- Experience with HVAC, pipefitting, petroleum construction, or related field.
- Must be able to meet company’s employment requirements, which
includes passing a drug screen, criminal background check, and MVR, if driving for the company
Physical Requirements
Ability to repetitively lift, carry, push, pull up to 50 pounds, frequent bending, stooping, standing 8-10 hours per day
Job Type: Full-time
Expected hours: 40 per week
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Experience:
- Construction: 3 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person