General Foreman

Description

Summary:

This position will be based out of and will primarily be stationed in American Samoa. Supervise and assist other laborers and perform tasks involving physical labor indoors and outdoors, including movement of material, equipment, and parts between production areas, operating hand/power tools of all types, and a variety of other equipment and instruments. May clean and prepare sites and project locations. The position will assist other craft workers and help coordinate project needs with the customer.

Please note this is a full-time, temporary position.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: (including but not limited to)

• Locates and moves materials, equipment, and parts between work areas of the project location/site to expedite the processing of goods according to pre-determined schedules, needs, and priorities.
• Locates and moves materials to specified production areas using a cart, hand truck, or other equipment and may be needed to record the quantity and type of materials distributed and on hand.
• Signal equipment operators to facilitate alignment, movement, and adjustment of machinery, equipment, and materials.
• Aid staff in the field/site location.
• General manual labor will include the use of hand tools and provide manual labor support for project activities and site location.
• Clean and prepare construction sites to eliminate possible hazards.
• Dig ditches/trenches, backfill excavations, and compact/level earth-to-grade specifications using picks, shovels, pneumatic tampers, and rakes.
• Load, unload, and identify building materials, machinery, and tools and distribute them to the appropriate locations according to project plans/specifications.
• Requires the ability to properly wear, use, and maintain personal respirator equipment and other forms of personal protective equipment (PPE) on HAZWOPER sites.
• Monitor job site for hazards and maintain a safe working environment.
• Possess good housekeeping skills with attention to detail on environmental hazards to reduce personal exposure and potential spreading of hazardous contaminants.
• May escort other workers or subcontractors and ensure that safe work practices are always employed.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by management.
  

Minimum Qualifications:

• Knowledge of construction machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair and maintenance, and the practical application of use.
  

• Valid Driver's license, proof of current automobile insurance, and the ability to travel to local facilities.
  

• Ability to pass a background check and/or obtain and maintain government security clearance.
• Some positions may require U.S. Citizenship.
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED) preferred.
• Knowledge and experience with Alaska Native cultures.
  

Shareholder Preference:

• Pursuant to PL 93-638, as amended, preference will be given to qualified Ahtna Native Corporation Shareholders, Descendants, and Spouses in all phases of employment.
  

Core Competencies:

• Self-motivated - Ability to be internally inspired to perform a task to the best of one's ability using his or her own drive or initiative.
• Communication - Ability to communicate effectively with others using spoken and written words.
• Time Management - Ability to utilize the available time to organize and complete work within given deadlines.
  

Working Environment:

• May be indoors or outdoors, subject to confined spaces, changes in temperature, weather conditions, and noise levels.
  

Physical Demands (including but not limited to):

• Frequent lifting, sitting, standing, stooping for prolonged periods of time, using hands/fingers requiring dexterity, should have good hand-eye coordination and motion control in coordination with handling tools, equipment, and other related components.
• Reaching with hands and arms for items above and below sight level, talking, hearing, and seeing (up close, at a distance, along the periphery, with depth, color perception, and the ability to adjust focus); walking from place to place within the project location with occasional use of stairs and no elevator available; bending, pushing, pulling, and standing for up to 12 hours.
• Frequent lifting of up to 50 pounds, such as small electrical components, equipment, and other materials.
  

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Schedule: Varies as business/operational needs dictate.

Qualifications
Experience * Knowledge of construction machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair and maintenance, and the practical application of use.
* Valid Driver's license, proof of current automobile insurance, and the ability to travel to local facilities.
* Ability to pass a background check and/or obtain and maintain government security clearance.
* Some positions may require U.S. Citizenship. (required)
Licenses & Certifications Driver's License (required)

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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