Underground Construction Supervisor

4 weeks ago


San Jose, California, United States MGE Underground, Inc. Full time
About MGE Underground
MGE Underground, Inc. is a leading provider of innovative construction solutions for utility companies throughout California. Our mission is to deliver exceptional results while maintaining a safe and productive work environment.

Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Underground Foreman to oversee the operations of a 5+ person crew. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring compliance with customer and industry specifications, as well as maintaining a safe and efficient work environment.

Key Responsibilities
• Supervise and direct a 5+ person crew in the installation of dry utilities, power, conduit, substructures, and concrete.
• Conduct daily field inspections to ensure compliance with customer and industry specifications.
• Provide on-the-job training for employees working under your direction on construction practices and methods.
• Assign daily production to in-house and subcontract laborers and crews.
• Requisition, assign, and track materials needed for daily operations.
• Resolve complaints with property owners in areas where our personnel are working.
• Review daily production reports, material usage sheets, and track work hours.
• Complete and maintain accurate as-built maps for areas built.
• Coordinate daily tasks according to priorities and plans, adjusting as necessary due to weather, supply delivery, and personnel.
• Track, input, and submit employee/equipment hours and productions.
• Coordinate with Supervisor for equipment needs.
• Complete daily field reports and job task analysis forms.
• Conduct daily safety meetings and provide feedback to management.
• Lead weekly safety meetings with crew and communicate any company or customer cascading messages.
• Report accidents, incidents, and injuries immediately.
• Mentor, manage, and train employees.
• Report project status to supervisors and officials regularly.
• Supervise the layout, assembly, and installation of duct and vault systems.
• Utilize heavy equipment and trucking to excavate, install, and complete projects.
• Operate backhoes, loaders, excavators, asphalt rollers, and other heavy equipment with both CAT or DEERE controls.
• Ensure a safe work environment and comply with state, federal, OSHA, and VCI safety standards.

Requirements
• Knowledge of 4216 regulations and 811 requirements.
• Understanding when and how to use shoring.
• Excavation activities around existing utilities.
• Willingness to work shifts as assigned, including daily overtime when necessary.
• Hard working, strong work ethic, and growth oriented.
• Ability to delegate responsibilities and individual projects to the crew and contractors.
• Strong organization, people, and time management skills.
• Able to lead jobs and crews safely and timely.
• Detail-oriented - quality and precision focused.
• Team Oriented - cooperative and collaborative.
• Valid Class C Driver's License with a clean driving record.
• Desired: Class A Driver's License. Tankers endorsement is a plus.
• Preferred: Knowledge of HCSS/Heavy Job software.
• Preferred: Knowledge of asphalt and concrete restoration.

Competitive Package
The pay range for the Foreman in San Jose, CA is $51 to $79 hourly. In addition to the hourly rate, this role will receive $50 - $100 per day for subsistence. This pay range is our competitive compensation at the time of this job posting. Your pay will be determined based on a number of factors, such as experience, education, skills, and applicable knowledge.

About MGE Underground, Inc.
We believe that our employees deserve to be treated well, which is why we offer competitive pay and benefits. Some of the benefits we offer include:
• Competitive medical, dental, hearing, and vision plans.
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) benefits and enhanced Term Life Insurance program.
• 9 company holidays (unpaid).
• Weekly Pay.
• Annual Increases.

Additional Information
MGE Underground, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on any protected characteristics. Successful applicants must pass a drug screen and background check before beginning employment. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
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