Underground Utility Installation Foreman

Company Overview Downstream Services, Inc. is a family owned and operated, general engineering contractor that specializes in the assessment, maintenance and rehabilitation of stormwater, wastewater, and underground utility systems. We have continuously provided critical environmental solutions in California for more than 20 years and are recognized for our dynamic approach and professionalism within the industry.

We are currently looking for a Pipelining Foreman to join our Underground & Pipelining Division in the Escondido, CA area. The Foreman responsible for leading, directing and coordinating the installation of UV-cured-in-place pipe (CIPP) on stormwater and wastewater rehabilitation and repair projects throughout Southern California. Other underground scopes of work include the installation and repair of sewer gravity and force mains, laterals, manholes, wet wells and pump stations, water mains, valves, fire hydrants, drains and air/vacs. Training on Company products, processes, safety procedures, installation techniques, and specialty equipment will be provided.

Function as working Foreman while leading and supervising employees, subcontractors, and vendors to complete underground construction and UV CIPP lining projects
Collaborate with project team to create schedules and determine sequencing of work. Develop and implement strategies to maintain project schedule, as requested.
Perform site investigations and assist with putting together labor and equipment hours for bids/proposals as needed
Work closely with Superintendent to resolve problems related to procedures, project clarifications, adequate labor, equipment schedules and repairs, and other related matters
Operate power construction equipment to facilitate scope of work required on project; including, but not limited to UV CIPP trucks, earth moving, excavation, material handling, aerial, excavators, bulldozers, loaders, skid steers, backhoes, graders, water trucks, dump trucks, street sweepers, forklifts, shooting boom forklifts, scissor lifts, and boom lifts
Supervise and develop field employees, provide feedback and discipline as needed
Display high level of teamwork, integrity, commitment, and leadership in daily operations
Ability to travel and accommodate extended hours, alternative shifts (night or weekend) as needed
Ability to maintain security clearance for base access

High School Diploma or GED, required
Minimum of (5) years’ experience planning and implementing the construction, maintenance, rehabilitation, and repair of underground utilities, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience, required
Minimum of (5) years’ experience operating heavy equipment in the construction, maintenance, rehabilitation, and repair of underground utilities, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience, required
Minimum of (5) years of field supervisory experience as superintendent, foreman, or crew lead, required
Must operate at a skilled level, and train others in the operation of construction equipment and specialized tools
Must have proper training, knowledge, and experience in understanding excavations, trenching, and shoring. Class A or B CDL, preferred
Moderate technical abilities including the utilization of a smart phone/tablet/laptop and supported software (ArcGIS, Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Teams, Word)
Ability to read, understand and interpret construction contract documents, drawings, specifications, scopes of work, and project schedules
on a regular basis, walk and stand for long periods of time and perform strenuous physical labor under adverse field conditions
Dental insurance
~ Health insurance
~ Life insurance
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