Pipe Foreman

Job Description

• RIPA & Associates is a civil and utility construction company headquartered in Tampa, Florida. We specialize in a wide range of projects, including commercial, multifamily, residential, and public sector developments throughout Central Florida. Since our establishment in 1998 by Frank Ripa, we have consistently ranked among the Top 100 Private Companies in the Tampa Bay area.
• At RIPA, our continued success as a site contractor is attributed to our highly experienced and knowledgeable field management team. Comprising skilled project managers and superintendents, they are the driving force behind our exceptional quality, productivity, and exceptional customer service. Our employees are actively involved in professional organizations such as NUCA, SUCA, Associated Builders & Contractors, TBBA, American Society of Professional Estimators, the Society for Human Resource Management, and HR Tampa.
• Working at RIPA & Associates comes with a range of benefits, including but not limited to: Medical, Vision, and Dental insurance, Short-Term Disability, Voluntary Life insurance, Paid Time Off (PTO), Referral Program, Employee Assistance Program, Company-provided Life insurance, and a 401(k) retirement plan.

*Responsibilities:***

• Organize and plan work with Superintendent to determine pipe routes, follow blueprints and pipe layout and install sequence.
• Inspect site to determine sequencing and method of pipe installation and survey for potential hazards and safety concerns.
• Plan drainpipe installation to reduce interference with other project activities
• Supervise and coordinate pipe crew activities including fitting pipe, installing sanitary or storm water sewer structures or pipe systems, grade level and backfill trench bases.
• Review, monitor, and maintain crew productivity, equipment, and materials to ensure deadlines are met.
• Maintain company assigned vehicles and equipment according to company and safety standards.
• Train crew on equipment used on site and ensure equipment is being operated and shut down safely and properly.
• Maintain daily reports including construction & maintenance daily log and pictures of progress on site.
• Act as a liaison between Human Resources and crew member in the event of injury from a work-related incident. Complete necessary accident reports and investigations as requested.
• Lead weekly toolbox talks, safety meetings, and post-incident safety training.
• Remain up to date on Company safety procedures, equipment operating procedures, employee handbook, DOT standards, MOT plans, etc. and operate according to federal, state, OSHA, and Erosion Control Laws and Regulations.
• Performs other duties as assigned by Superintendent and / or Project Manager.

*Qualifications:*

• five years related experience in civil construction and underground utility.
• Experience operating, troubleshooting, and maintaining heavy construction equipment is required.
• Knowledge of safety and OSHA regulations is required.
• A high school diploma or its equivalent is required.
• Clean Motor Vehicle Record.
• RIPA & associates provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Company Description
RIPA & Associates is a civil and utility construction company headquartered in Tampa, Florida. We specialize in a wide range of projects, including commercial, multifamily, residential, and public sector developments throughout Central Florida. Since our establishment in 1998 by Frank Ripa, we have consistently ranked among the Top 100 Private Companies in the Tampa Bay area.

RIPA & Associates is a civil and utility construction company headquartered in Tampa, Florida. We specialize in a wide range of projects, including commercial, multifamily, residential, and public sector developments throughout Central Florida. Since our establishment in 1998 by Frank Ripa, we have consistently ranked among the Top 100 Private Companies in the Tampa Bay area.