Field Supervisor

Summary of position

Responsible for building, developing and supporting teams of crew leaders, inspectors, and crew members to execute the work on assigned projects. Closely monitor the daily and weekly performance of the crews in the areas of safety, quality, production and productivity, expense control, and effective crew management. Responsible for effectively communicating and teaching proper work procedures and efficient job skills. Lead in a manner which maintains a workplace environment that supports retaining valuable employees.

Responsibilities

• Safety: Promote the company's safety culture, image, and the belief that all injuries and accidents are preventable. Train and supervise field crews to be aware of and avoid workplace hazards. Issue, inspect, and replace required PPE. Monitor driving habits of those authorized to drive company vehicles. Verify safe work practices and PPE compliance, conduct daily safety briefings with all members of the crew.
• Quality: Train, equip and supervise field crews to consistently perform high quality work. Ensure that the work we do in the field meets the specification of each contract. To verify quality workmanship, conduct at least one (1) or more Quality Controls per Crew Leader/Crew per week.
• Field Productivity: Provide field crew personnel with the procedures, processes, tools and knowledge necessary to meet and exceed productivity goals. Ensure assigned crews work a full week with a full crew. Develop work practices and weekly crew schedules to carry out field operations as efficiently as possible and aligned with the project schedule.
• Manpower: Develop and retain qualified people to satisfy crew capacity needs. Hire and effectively manage and retain crew members. Effectively manage employee's career paths. Maintain full crews consistently.
• Team Leadership: Motivate and manage their team, providing guidance, instruction, and feedback to ensure a positive and effective work environment. Manage Apprentice career path with goal of promotion to Foreman as their training completion and practical demonstrations allow.
• Expense Control: Monitor and maintain proper levels of spending on expense items such as fuel, lodging, vehicle maintenance, tools, supplies, storage, etc. Submit timely and accurate crew payrolls and expenditures on a weekly basis.
  
  

Responsibilities (continued).

• Other: Contribute to other projects and plans, not specifically noted, necessary to reach the objectives of the Region and Company.
• Administration: Complete all paperwork and provide prompt communication associated with keeping management and customers informed about crew activities.
  
  

Requirements

• Ability to effectively use technology such as tablet computers and web applications.
• Working knowledge of National Electrical Safety Code and/or California GeneralOrder-95 preferred, but not required.
• Must be organized and have excellent communication skills.
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and a minimum of one year of experience in a supervisory or leadership position.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, capacity, volume and crew KPI metrics.
• Demonstrated supervisory ability, skills, and potential. Exhibit aptitude and desire for management, employee development, and the ability to motivate others.
• Willing to travel overnight and work varied hours when necessary; willingness to relocate to City, State, or surrounding area.
• Must enforce and comply with Company policies including but not limited to a Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace, and prohibition of harassment, discrimination, and retaliation.
• Embrace core values of the Company.
  
  

Time Allocation (per week):

• Field Time (minimum): 90%
• In tow with Supervisors and Crews - 65%
• Audits (Retention, Safety, Quality, Productivity) - 25%
• Administrative/Operational Logistics: 10%
  
  

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and walk. They must have full range of mobility in upper and lower body. The employee is frequently required to sit; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk; hear. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may routinely handle and/or apply preservatives, coatings, and/or other chemical substances. The position regularly works in outdoor conditions that include inclement weather, heat and humidity, cold and freezing temperatures, and exposure to poisonous plants, insects, and allergens. The employee may also be exposed to energized electrical equipment and will be required to take appropriate precautions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate with short periods of loud noise exceeding 85 decibels.

Travel

Varies by customer and/or location and can include frequent Monday through Friday overnight travel throughout one or more states. Extended work weeks and additional hours are probable during peak work periods or for specific jobs. Must maintain consistent attendance record and be available for work Monday through Friday and sometimes weekends as needed.