Service Foreman

Foreman

The position of Foreman has been established to enhance the profitability of the business by ensuring that workers, equipment, and materials are used properly at a jobsite to maximize productivity and maintain schedules.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Ensure that Baker Electric's interpretation of the project's specifications and job drawings are being executed. Confirm compliance with all contract documents and prevailing building codes.
• Discuss with Superintendent/Project Management possible specification and interpretations not yet defined by Baker Electric, including conflicts with drawings, or differing job conditions.
• Interact with the inspectors regarding specification discrepancies by explaining Baker Electric interpretations. If further discussions are required, information needs to be passed to the Project Manager.
• Execute the change order process.
• Review contract drawings, specifications and submittals when the job is assigned.
• Plan construction work activities to support schedule and with minimal interferences from other trades, and make the most efficient and uniform use of manpower, tools and equipment throughout the job. Coordinate with other trades working on the projects, i.e. Fire sprinklers, HVAC, plumbing, etc.
• Manage and train manpower at the jobsite. Process all time sheets in a timely manner. Identify the approximate time required to do each task and determine the size of crew required to complete the job most efficiently. Assign workers to jobs based on the worker's strongest capabilities. Be sure that workers have all the materials and tools they need to work as productively as possible. Manage crew sizes and forecast requirements for manpower. Forward all union issues and discussions concerning work agreements to Superintendent.
• Maintain dated Contractors Daily Log book documenting jobsite information i.e. delays, weather condition, size of crews, etc.
• Ensure all material installation methods are being completed on schedule with high standards of quality by inspecting work in progress. Perform continuous evaluation of installation processes to promote increases in production. Communicate material installation with the Project Manager for possible specification or code conflicts or quality problems. Actively review projects for Pre-Fab opportunities. Coordinate with the Superintendent to implement Pre-Fab items into the project.
• Strategically plan major equipment/material order quantities and delivery time frames that coincide with production schedules and project requirements. Assure long lead items are delivered on time to prevent disruptions in the production schedule. Monitor that material is being ordered and arriving on the job site on schedule, and field paper work is maintained correctly. Arrange proper storage and security for materials delivered to the job site. Report any unresolved material problems (ordering, arrival, backorders, damages, shortage, etc.) to the Purchasing Manager, Superintendent, and/or Project Manager.
• Responsible for all Company tools on foreman's projects. Ensure that tools are in good repair, used properly and not abused. Review job status tool inventories list and complete reconcile to assure accurate inventory. Coordinate with the Warehouse Manager to resolve any tool or equipment problems: usage, condition, availability, etc.
• Complete RFIs (Request for Information) properly and when needed and forward to Project Manager.
• Promote, and maintain a cooperative relationship with all company personnel, clients and other jobsite contacts. Provide job progress report to the Superintendent as required. Enforce company policy and procedures in regards to workmanship standards, safety and training. Provide Safety information and training according to company policies and CAL-OSHA requirements. Monitor field housekeeping activities for compliance with job safety requirements and standards. Ensure proper reporting of employee job injuries. Make sure all Construction employees comply with applicable federal, state, city, municipality and union laws and regulations. Maintain good working relations with the union.
• Maintain training/certifications. Certified General Journeyman Electrician – State of California Electrical Safe Work Practices – Hot Work OSHA 10 First Aid/Adult CPR

Education, Skill, Experience:

• Successful completion of I.B.E.W. Apprenticeship or equivalent level of experience. Five years of journeyman electrician experience or demonstrated capability. Knowledge of MS applications and a valid CA Driver's License is required.

Pay Transparency:

The hourly rate for this position is based on the local I.B.E.W. union rates. Other benefits may apply. For those not already part of the I.B.E.W union we will facilitate joining.