Utility Pipe Foreman
Lakeland, FloridaOverview
Lakeland, Florida
Temp to Perm
901
$30.00 - $37.50
Morning
Expert
Job Description
As Utility Pipe Foreman with PeopleReady Skilled Trades, you’ll support utility contractor throughout Lakeland, FL. In this long-term, temp-to-hire role, you’ll earn $30-$37.50 an hour, enjoy weekly pay, health insurance benefits and a flexible work schedule. Plus, the more hours you work, the more meaningful prizes you can unlock with Respect the Craft — our recognition program specially designed to help tradespeople grow and thrive in their careers.
Whether you’re new to the trades or a seasoned pro, come take charge of your career with PeopleReady Skilled Trades. Interested? Apply today!
Responsibilities
Hours: Monday-Friday, 40 hours
Ability to properly install storm, sewer, and water pipe.
Ability to use laser levels and figure grades.
Knowledge of well pointing and de-watering techniques.
Knowledge of OSHA ditch requirements.
Coordinates and supervises daily activities of a 2 – 5 person crew.
Utilizes heavy equipment to excavate, install and backfill structures with pipe.
Sequences pipe installation to reduce inference with other project activities and the public.
Continually inspects work site, surveying for potential hazards or safety concerns.
Responsible for crew safety - Establishes safe work environment that complies with the company safety program.
Observes assigned equipment to detect machinery malfunctions - Assures the proper operation and maintenance of equipment.
Reviews and approves employee time reporting.
Maintains professional relationship with the client/owner representative.
Climb on and off heavy mobile equipment safely.
Ensure the worksite is clean including equipment and trailers.
Have patience and the ability to train and develop inexperience workers.
Setup proper shoring on safety section.
Proper planning for sequencing and material take-off, weekly or a couple of days in advance.
Recognizing and reporting work changes (change orders).
Have the ability to plan and delegate the week responsibilities.
Performs other duties as required or assigned.
Qualifications & Experience
- Be at least 21+ years of age
- Prior experience installing utility piping - storm, sewer, and water pipe
- Recent experience supervising crews of 2-5 people
- Knowledge of inspection requirements
- Ability to delegate tasks and other weekly responsibilities
- Train and mentor inexperienced workers
- Previous experience with reviewing and approving time reporting and change orders
- Ability to stand, bend, kneel and walk for extended periods throughout the day
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation
- Prior experience in the utilities field required
- Position may require a drug screen
The hourly rate for this position is $30.00-$37.50/hour. This range is a good-faith estimate based on factors such as relevant skills, experience, education, training, geographic location and other considerations permitted by law. An employee's pay history will not be a contributing factor where prohibited by local law. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis unless a deadline is otherwise stated.
In addition to monetary compensation, we offer a competitive benefits package which includes 401k, medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D, short-term disability, critical illness, accident and hospital indemnity. More information can be found by visiting flimp.live/TrueBlueAssociates. Other compensations include referral bonuses opportunities. Learn more at https://skilled.peopleready.com/referral/.
PeopleReady Skilled Trades is an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religious affiliation, color, national origin, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by law. We will get to know you and connect you with jobs that match your skills, experience and preferences. We work hard every single day to find jobs so each employee has opportunity and variety in their work.
TrueBlue, Inc. and its brands welcome and encourage applications from candidates with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in the selection process. If you require disability-related accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact your Recruiter or Employee Relations at HR-Advice@trueblue.com or 1.800.610.8920. TrueBlue, Inc. and its brands will consult with all applicants who request disability-related accommodation during the recruitment process to ensure that the accommodation provided takes into account the applicant's individual accessibility needs.
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PeopleReady Skilled Trades is a specialized division of PeopleReady, a TrueBlue company (NYSE: TBI). Since 1987, we have connected tradespeople and work across a wide range of trades, including carpentry, electrical, plumbing, welding, solar installations and more. Whether you need a single tradesperson or require a coordinated effort to dispatch skilled workers across multiple projects, we ensure you have the right people with the right tools, on-site and on time.
