Benefits:

Bonus based on performance

Competitive salary

Free uniforms

Paid time off

Training & development

Pipe Foreman-Operator

JOB DESCRIPTION

Make a difference in your own backyard by joining a growing company that is committed to being one of the top employers in the greater Charlotte and Mecklenburg County areas. We’re RH Price, one of the leading providers of water and wastewater construction services throughout the central southern region of North Carolina. Our work makes sure cities and neighborhoods have reliable maximum access to water and wastewater utilities with minimal interruptions, which means our projects truly make a difference in people’s lives each and every day.

As a Pipe Foreman-Operator for RH Price, you’ll report daily to the Supervisor. A typical workweek is Monday through Friday, averaging 40 – 45 hours in the winter and 45 – 50 hours the rest of the year. Weekend work may be required occasionally but is not the norm. The Pipe Foreman-Operator is responsible for coordinating and supervising the daily activities of the pipe crew and utilizing heavy equipment to excavate and install water and wastewater pipes. Additionally, performing other tasks relating to underground pipe installations. You’ll also get to work alongside a dedicated and experienced team in a cooperative, collaborative environment as part of a company that appreciates a job well done and giving your best effort. We’re also a family-owned business, which means we treat our employees the way we ourselves like to be treated – with respect and with opportunities to advance as you grow alongside us.

Responsibilities

The following represents a sample of various job responsibilities performed at the Pipe Foreman-Operator position.

· Reading blueprints and calculating pipe grade and elevations

· Organizing and maintaining a clean project site

· Setting up a transit and pipe laser

· Review site conditions – determine safety equipment needed (shoring, confined space, etc.)

· Setting up traffic control work zones

· Coordinating with the project inspector and property owners

· Safely operate various equipment such as excavator, loader, skid steers, dozer, etc.

· Excavate in close proximity to existing utilities, working with other employees to carefully expose the utilities and protect from damage

· Perform daily cleaning, maintenance, and safety checks of equipment; Notify if repairs are needed

· Operate equipment on or along public roadways, maintaining proper awareness

· Ensure proper rigging of pipe, shoring equipment, precast structures, etc. and ensure safe work procedures are followed during the lowering of equipment and materials into the excavation

Skillset /Aptitudes/Qualifications

· Positive attitude, respectful, honest, clean appearance

· Reliable transportation

· Valid Driver’s License

· Drug Free

· High school diploma/GED

· Minimum 5 years’ experience operating heavy equipment as a pipe foreman

· Basic understanding of construction principles and procedures

· Must have physical strength and endurance

· Comfort working in a high stress environment

· High level of self-motivation and strong work ethic

· Must be flexible, dependable, and effectively communicate with a team

Compensation (Varies depending on experience and skillset)

Weekly wages $1500 - $1800/week, annually $80,000 - $110,000

Benefits include 5% fringe pay, annual bonus, Holiday pay, 5 vacation days after 1 year employment, and uniforms after 90 days employment.

To Apply

Please submit a resume to steve@rhprice.us or call 704-771-6050 for questions or to discuss this opportunity further.

Thank you for your interest and consideration in RH Price, Inc.