Construction Foreman at American Fence Company, Inc.

We are looking for a Fence Construction Foreman that not only wants to have a job but to have a long term career. Pay is $26.00 to $33.00 per hour depending on experience. This position is responsible for installing permanent fence, running a fence crew and working with customers to resolve concerns. Successful candidates must be highly motivated and able to work independently.

Job Duties include:

• Verify that all parts, materials and tools needed for project installation are loaded on the truck prior to going to the assigned job site.
• Make decisions on how to conduct the installation of the project including where to install the terminations based on boundaries.
• Discuss fencing needs with customers and get clarification on specifications when needed.
• Prepare the site area for installation of the fence including removal of rocks, bushes, or other obstacles from designated fence path when needed verifying that it is part of the contract.
• Measure and lay out fence lines and mark posthole positions, following instructions, shop drawings, blueprints or specifications.
• Align posts, using lines or by sighting, and verify vertical alignment of posts, using plumb bobs or spirit levels.
• Locate, understand markings, and follow requirements for underground utility safety prior to digging.
• Dig postholes, using skid steer, dandy digger, jackhammer, core drill, gas or manual post hole diggers.
• Set posts in upright positions in postholes.
• Mix and pour concrete around bases of posts, or tamp soil into postholes to embed posts.
• Assemble and install custom ornamental iron fences and gates on customer property.
• Nail top and bottom rails to fence posts, or insert them in slots on posts.
• Stretch wire, wire mesh, or chain link fencing between posts, and attach fencing to frames.
• Attach fence rail supports to posts, using hammers and pliers.
• Assemble gates, and fasten gates into position, using hand tools and welder.
• Complete top fence rails of metal fences by connecting tube sections, using metal sleeves.
• Insert metal tubing through rail supports.
• Attach rails or tension wire along bottoms of posts to form fencing frames.
• Assemble any custom iron fence order on site using hand and power tools.
• Add to or change the specifications of the installation based on input from the customer or as needed based on the confines of the environment.
• Install any privacy slats (horizontal and vertical) or privacy panels as required per specifications.
• Ensure the specifications for the site have been met by the crew and/or subcontractors.
• Complete tasks such as collection of signatures from all work performed, employee administrative time sheets, and other paperwork.
• Removal, loading, transportation, and disposal of old fence at site as required.
• Drive company truck to customer sites and back to branch following DOT regulations.
• Complete gate tags with gate specifications and submit to shop for gate fabrication.
• Operate forklift, scissor lift, reach lift, skid steer and attachments for loading and unloading of trucks, installation of fences, or moving materials on company property or at job sites.
• Inspect and complete safety checklist for all equipment, power tools, and machinery prior to each use.
• Follow company and government safety/health rules and regulations.

Skills Required:

• Attention to detail
• Ability to read and speak English
• Excellent customer service
• Must be able to lift up to 100 lbs

Experience Required:

• 2 years heavy construction required
• 1 year as a supervisor or foreman
• Prior fencing experience preferred

You must have a driver's license in the state in which you are applying and clean driving record (no DUI/DWI). We conduct a thorough background check and drug screen.

Benefits:
We offer full Benefit packages to our employees including:

• Group Medical Insurance with prescription coverage
• Dental Insurance
• Basic and Voluntary Life Insurance
• Voluntary AD & D Insurance
• Short and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Company Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Training
• 401k with company match
• Employee Discounts

EOE/AA/M/F/D/V - Drug Free Environment