Foreman Transmission - DFW, TX

5 Star Electric, LLC (5 Star) is a premier full-service provider of electrical construction, maintenance, and repair services with offices in Western Kentucky and Dallas/Fort Worth, Texas. 5 Star specializes in Distribution and Transmission Power Line work, Substation, Industrial, Commercial, Streetlighting, and Fiber installations.

Our Core Values:    TRAITS

Trust, Respect, Accountability, Integrity, Teamwork, and Safety.

Essential Functions:

The primary functions of the Foreman include responsibility for the construction and maintenance of overhead and underground electrical distribution and/or transmission systems, substation construction, streetlighting and maintenance, and switching for both distribution and/or transmission voltages. The position works under the direction of the General Foreman.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for daily job briefings and ensuring all crew members understand daily work and potential hazards.
• Promotes and maintains harmony among crew personnel, customers, and the general public.
• Assists in constructing and wiring electrical high-voltage substations and analyzes voltage recordings and reports.
• Checks material, equipment, and manpower requirements; conducts pre-job meetings and job safety analysis.
• Reviews time sheets, material orders, work orders, sketches, and reports for accuracy.
• Climbs ladders, poles, and towers as required.
• Communicates with customers and safety staff to resolve problems and report outages or incidents.
• Completes reports and project documentation accurately.
• Coordinates switching changes, hold tags, and operating requirements; installs personal protective grounds.
• Determines equipment, tools, materials, and workforce needed for projects.
• Detects natural gas leaks, identifies circuits, and maintains line clearances with other utilities.
• Inspects work of Linemen and Apprentices to ensure compliance with safety and operating standards.
• Installs and terminates high-voltage connectors, transformers, switches, and related equipment.
• Recognizes areas for improvement and reports near-miss events; reports all incidents/accidents promptly.
• Maintains crew time reporting records and approves leave.
• Plans, prioritizes, coordinates, and directs work of crews of varying sizes and compositions.
• Provides supervision over workers maintaining and repairing overhead/underground systems.
• Reads and interprets construction plans and schematics.
• Oversees personnel, equipment, materials, and recordkeeping duties.

Success Factors

• Must be able to multi-task and work in a schedule-driven environment.
• Strong interpersonal and site management skills.
• Working knowledge of computers and applicable software programs.

Experience and Education

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years project construction experience in related fields.
• Must have 3 years of experience as a Foreman.

Additional Requirements / Licenses / Certifications

• Must possess a valid State of Residence Driver’s License.
• Must have a valid Class A CDL and current medical examiner card.
• Must pass criminal and MVR background checks and a pre-employment drug screen.
• Must be able to work outdoors in all weather and terrain conditions.
• Must complete OSHA 10hr Safety Training Program within 60 days.
• Must complete OSHA 30hr Safety Training Program.
• Must complete Cover-Up Course and Critical Review.
• Must be available for frequent travel, training requirements, overtime, and storm work.

Notes

The statements herein describe the general nature and level of work performed and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills. They do not constitute an employment contract and are subject to change at the employer’s discretion.