Field Foreman - Aptus Group USA, LLC

Primary Responsibilities:

The foreman will report directly to the superintendent and/or project manager and will be an integral member of the team. The responsibilities will include, but not be limited to the following:

• Ability to travel and work at various job sites throughout the United States for various durations approximately 90% of the year.
• Project pre-planning.
• Understanding and communicating project goals and timelines.
• Proficiency in understanding construction plans and specifications.
• Assisting in scheduling and organization of men, tools and equipment, ensuring all team members are prepared for their work shifts (on time, proper attire, etc.).
• Assisting in coordination of traffic control (MOT) schedules with Superintendent.
• Defining and leading team productivity to meet or exceed scheduling goals.
• Oversee all field operations for designated crew.
• Understands company and industry safety rules and regulations to ensure onsite safety.
• Coach and train field staff under Foreman's supervision assigning specific, manageable tasks (e.g. Operating the Hydraplatform, Using Hilti Epoxy, etc.).
• Ensure and inspect quality of work.
• Completion of appropriate daily paperwork (hard copies and/or electronic copies).
• Performs other duties as required.

Job Requirements:

• High School and completion of Vocational School a plus, College degree preferred.
• 3+ years related experience or equivalent role (Utility or Outside Plant experience a plus).
• Class A CDL preferred.
• Valid and current driver license is mandatory.
• Background Check performed prior to employment
• Motor Vehicle Record checked biannually.
• Must be capable of working with intermediate level computer skills using Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word
• Team player with field staff, project management and internal company management.
• Comfortable working from heights and over water.
• Ability to remain calm, focused and effective in pressure situations.
• Self-starter with ability to set goals and tasks with strong leadership skills.
• Aptus Group USA is a Drug Free Workplace. Candidates will be required to pass pre-employment and randomized DOT regulated drug tests.
• Develop skilled laborers under Foreman supervision

Additional Responsibilities:

• Acquire a fluent understanding of Aptus' products and services.
• Maintain professionalism and accuracy in all communications, both spoken and written
• Actively solicit assistance from staff as needed.
• Handle customer and staff issues with tact and respect.
• Be consistently reliable, dependable and on-time.
• Acquire and/or maintain a Class A CDL, OSHA 30, and other Certification as determined by the Company.

Physical Requirements:

• Daily lifting of items over 50 lbs., with or without the use of mechanical aids.
• Ability to spend all day outdoors exposed to weather and stand for long periods of time.
• Full use of hands and fingers as there is use of precision or semi-precision tools.
• Daily basic physical exertion, such as bending and twisting, lifting, climbing, pulling, pushing, or carrying.

Applicant requirements:

• Valid United States drivers license
• Able to work in the United States without sponsorship
• Meet fitness standards for DOT CDL physical / medical card
• Resume with past experience and at least three references
• Ability to travel and be away from home full time (Avg. 90%)
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Aptus Group USAis an equalemploymentopportunityemployer.Employmentdecisionsarebased onmeritandbusinessneeds,andnotonrace,color,citizenshipstatus,nationalorigin,ancestry,gender,sexualorientation,age,religion,creed,physical or mentaldisability,maritalstatus,veteran status,politicalaffiliation, or any other factor protected by law.Aptus Group USA complieswith the lawregarding reasonable accommodation for handicapped and disabled employees.