UG Service Working Foreman

Job Description:

Responsible for directing crew to complete tasks as required performing underground service installation and repairing projects to meet scheduled timelines. Responsible for ensuring safety rules are followed by crew at all times. Properly completes all associated paperwork related to service and company requirements. Responsibilities will also include working on underground services/secondary lines and associated equipment up to 600 volts unsupervised. Position is 5 day work week, 40-50 hours and on call as needed. May be required to work weekends, evenings and holidays. May be required to work long and unpredictable hours.

Minimum Requirements:

2-3 year minimum underground electric distribution service work experience required. Must be qualified to work on energized and de-energized lines and equipment up to 600 volts. If not certified, will be required to attend certification courses. Must be computer literate for electronic reporting processes. Requires basic skills in math. Must be able to fluently read, write, speak and comprehend English. Must have the ability to read meters, diagnostic equipment, and construction type drawings. Must follow all safe work practices. Class A CDL preferred. Based on the nature of the work at Standard Utility, even if not driving company vehicles, all employees are required to have a valid Texas Driver License in good standing throughout their employment with us.

Preferred Requirements:

High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Additional formal or occupational education focused on electrical services and construction is helpful. Statewide travel preferable.

Additional Requirements:

Must be able to work a minimum of 8 hours per day and work unpredictable hours including weekends and holidays as needed, standing and walking for extensive period of time on various uneven surfaces. This position may require performing activities including but not limited to stoop, crawl, forward bend, squat and bend at the knees and waist, grasping and reaching, must be able to work in narrow and confined areas, must be able to lift tools, equipment and material up to and including 50 pounds utilizing upper body force. This position requires working outdoors in all-weather conditions.

All Company positions are considered safety-sensitive and required to pass pre-employment screenings including but not limited to: Physical, Skill, Background check, Drug Testing, Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) as required.