Underground Foreman

Overview

Join us as we Rise to the Challenge

 

At KCI, we’re building an enduring community that provides unparalleled value to our employee-owners. We make our mark designing and delivering our world-class solutions, so we invest deeply in supporting and developing our team. We reward integrity and commitment, and when we do well, you do well. Our employees have the freedom to innovate, unlimited growth, a voice that matters, a lifestyle that works, and skin in the game. Achievements are shared and celebrated. As a team, we are motivated to better ourselves, each other, and the world around us. 

 

THE COMPANY

KCI Technologies, Inc. is a 100% employee-owned engineering, consulting and construction firm serving clients throughout the United States. KCI is recognized as an industry leader, employing cutting-edge technologies, management practices and strategic growth initiatives. Employee ownership fosters an entrepreneurial spirit, encourages technical expertise, and shapes strategic planning.

KCI is currently ranked #53 on Engineering News-Record’s list of the Top 500 design firms in the nation.

 

KCI BENEFITS INFORMATION

We offer a competitive compensation package, family friendly benefits, a collaborative working environment, and the training, mentoring and resources you need to advance in your career.

We understand that you have choices, and we know that together we will make a great team!

KCI is committed to building a diverse and inclusive staff, and we encourage women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, and individuals with disabilities to apply.

 

KCI Technologies, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Duties, Responsibilities & Other

Duties, Responsibilities & Other:

This position is for an underground foreman with a minimum of 4-8 years of underground experience in open trench.

• Work with construction manager for in-field project set up
• Lead and direct 4-man crew to safely complete projects.
• Select and implement appropriate maintenance of traffic signage and follow safety precautions.
• Identify potential safety hazards. Create a corrective action plan when safety hazards are recognized.
• Administer monthly safety meetings.
• Ability to read and interpret plans and specifications.
• Understand as-built drawings, roadway plans, and create legible field sketches.
• Possess leadership and mentoring skills.
• Ability to perform routine equipment maintenance tasks.
• Must have a mechanical aptitude.
• Experience placing underground cable a plus.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Preferred Candidate Qualifications:

• Know Miss Utility Law.
• Minimum 4 years of underground excavation and shoring experience.
• Operate and maintain mini excavators.
• Ability to obtain a Department of Transportation (DOT) Medical card for Commercial Motor Vehicle operation within 30 days. Having a current Commercial Driver’s License is a plus.
• OSHA certification a plus

 

* Essential Duties and Responsibilities are the basic job functions that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Qualifications

Education and/or Skills Required:

• Minimum of 4 years of relevant work experience

Education and/or Skills Preferred:

• Highschool Diploma/GED

Certificates, licenses, and/or Registrations Required:

• Valid Driver’s License
• Ability to maintain required certifications.

Pre-employment drug screening and background check are conditions of employment. Motor vehicle checks may be required based upon position.