The General Foreperson coordinates crew members, equipment, tools, and supplies in order to complete all jobs efficiently, correctly, and profitably. Driver's license required, CDL preferred. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Always follow and help enforce safe practices and rules
- Keep utility company representatives informed of crew members and equipment
- Establish and monitor systems to ensure proper maintenance and cleanliness of all equipment and facilities
- Prompt dispatch of crews to job sites
- Teach all safety regulations to crew members and ensure 100% compliance on the safety regulations
- Instruct employees how to operate all equipment and use materials safely
- Ensure first aid equipment is readily available to crews at all times
- Assist in filling out accident reports promptly and completely when needed and investigate cause(s) of accidents
- Hire, train, and discipline employees
- Determine workable hours and approve all time submitted by employees (chargeable and non-chargeable); Keeps non-chargeable hours and overtime to a minimum
- Maintain good morale and handle basic grievances
- Study and determine most efficient way to handle each job, considering such factors as location, season, crew availability, equipment, materials, etc.
- Use and transport materials and chemicals to avoid waste, loss and hazards
- Control productivity of each crew member and utilize each tool and piece of equipment to its fullest
- Ensure there are sufficient and appropriate materials and equipment to do each job
- Accountable for all tools, equipment, safety devices, materials, and supplies
- Store equipment and materials safely each night to avoid loss by theft, vandalism, etc.
- Know operating conditions of all equipment; recommend and schedule replacement of maintenance in time to avoid a breakdown
- Know proper and complete operation of each piece of equipment and ensure crew members use the right equipment for each job
- Ensure that all drivers possess the proper driving card and are approved to drive for the vehicle they operate
- Ensure that all employees have the proper certifications and qualifications for their positions and the equipment they operate
- Perform duties for storm work as needed
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES The General Foreperson has all crew positions as direct reports. EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS At least 5 years' prior experience in electric utility vegetation management, construction, logging, landscaping, mechanical, or military industries preferred; previous experience as a General Foreperson preferred EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS High School diploma or education equivalent preferred KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Must be able to supervise the performance of individual employees and various crews' performance
- Must be able to delegate work and take accountability for the performance of a crew
- Must maintain a professional and effective relationship with employees, customers, and the general public
- Must be able to meet and demonstrate qualifications of all positions on a crew
- Must be able to travel throughout the week to assigned crew locations
- Must possess strong organizational skills
- Must have and maintain a Driver's License and be able to safely drive a company vehicle
- Must be able to work outdoors under varying and sometimes adverse weather conditions
- Must be able to obtain and maintain first-aid certification and CPR
- Must be able to effectively communicate with others
- Must be able to travel out of town for storm restoration work when needed
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee.Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.