Pipe Crew Foreman
Grand Rapids, MI
Full Time
Experienced
Who is Thornapple Excavating?
Over the last 40+ years, Thornapple Excavating has expanded to become one of the most well-known names in commercial excavating in West Michigan. The organization strives to be a leader in earthwork, utility installation, and other commercial excavating services. With a strong work ethic and attention to detail, customers can count on Thornapple Excavating, Inc. to deliver a high-quality product the first time, every time.
Job Responsibilities:
· Effectively manage a pipe crew of 4-5 others to maximize efficiency at each site.
· Read and understand blueprints to effectively explain the site utility plan to your crew.
· Ensure your crew is operating safely and efficiently.
· Proficiently direct your crew on the daily plan, as well as throughout the day.
· Communicate with project managers about the site-specific requirements or general plans and coordinate the personnel, equipment, material, or trucking you will need for your job.
· Complete daily timecards for yourself and your crew, fully and accurately outlining what you worked on during the day.
· Schedule, coordinate, and complete testing and inspections according to the requirements of the city or township you are working in.
· Oversee the crew’s general maintenance on equipment including inspecting, fueling, greasing, and cleaning tracks daily. Equipment should be clean and maintained inside and out.
· Oversee maintenance on small equipment and tools, ensuring everything is put away daily. Communicate with project managers when something needs to be replaced.
· Adjust to seasonal weather conditions and work for up to 12 hours per day.
· Willingness and ability to do what it takes to help get the job done, including operating different types of equipment or working as a topman when a situation demands it.
· Constructively guide the whole crew to be productive and efficient while improving every day.
· Ability to leave a site looking a way that positively reflects on your crew and Thornapple Excavating.
· Desire to keep safety in the front of your mind at all times.
Job Qualifications:
· Applicants should have a minimum of 10 years of experience working on a pipe crew, preferably in a variety of roles.
· Must have a firm understanding commercial excavating and underground utility installation.
· Ability to perform your work with limited direction / supervision and have the knowledge of how to prepare, install, and maintain the work and equipment.
· Prior experience as a pipe crew foreman is a plus, but not required.
· Comfortable working in a high-stress environment with strict deadlines.
· Be willing and able to work with crew members and open to alternative ways of getting things done.
· Must be safety-minded and have a strong work ethic.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
Over the last 40+ years, Thornapple Excavating has expanded to become one of the most well-known names in commercial excavating in West Michigan. The organization strives to be a leader in earthwork, utility installation, and other commercial excavating services. With a strong work ethic and attention to detail, customers can count on Thornapple Excavating, Inc. to deliver a high-quality product the first time, every time.
Job Responsibilities:
· Effectively manage a pipe crew of 4-5 others to maximize efficiency at each site.
· Read and understand blueprints to effectively explain the site utility plan to your crew.
· Ensure your crew is operating safely and efficiently.
· Proficiently direct your crew on the daily plan, as well as throughout the day.
· Communicate with project managers about the site-specific requirements or general plans and coordinate the personnel, equipment, material, or trucking you will need for your job.
· Complete daily timecards for yourself and your crew, fully and accurately outlining what you worked on during the day.
· Schedule, coordinate, and complete testing and inspections according to the requirements of the city or township you are working in.
· Oversee the crew’s general maintenance on equipment including inspecting, fueling, greasing, and cleaning tracks daily. Equipment should be clean and maintained inside and out.
· Oversee maintenance on small equipment and tools, ensuring everything is put away daily. Communicate with project managers when something needs to be replaced.
· Adjust to seasonal weather conditions and work for up to 12 hours per day.
· Willingness and ability to do what it takes to help get the job done, including operating different types of equipment or working as a topman when a situation demands it.
· Constructively guide the whole crew to be productive and efficient while improving every day.
· Ability to leave a site looking a way that positively reflects on your crew and Thornapple Excavating.
· Desire to keep safety in the front of your mind at all times.
Job Qualifications:
· Applicants should have a minimum of 10 years of experience working on a pipe crew, preferably in a variety of roles.
· Must have a firm understanding commercial excavating and underground utility installation.
· Ability to perform your work with limited direction / supervision and have the knowledge of how to prepare, install, and maintain the work and equipment.
· Prior experience as a pipe crew foreman is a plus, but not required.
· Comfortable working in a high-stress environment with strict deadlines.
· Be willing and able to work with crew members and open to alternative ways of getting things done.
· Must be safety-minded and have a strong work ethic.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k) with company match
- 100% paid company paid Health, Dental and Vision insurance
- Paid time off
- Year-end bonuses
- Company events and outings
- Referral bonus
- Foreman company vehicle
- Day shift
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
- Pipe Crew: 10 years (Preferred)
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