Construction Foreman

36-hour workweek

Company Description:

Today's North Charleston Sewer District was originally established in 1972 by an Act of the South Carolina General Assembly. Previously, wastewater collection and treatment in the North Area were accomplished by a consolidated public service district. Now operating under a nine-member Commission, the District is committed to "...construction, operation, maintenance and enlargement of...sewers and sewage treatment and disposal...necessary to protect the health of those living in the District, and to provide for the collection, treatment and disposal of sewage and industrial effluent."

Bonus: $8,000 annually ($2,000 quarter)

Job Description:

The North Charleston Sewer District is looking to add a Capital Projects Foreman position effective immediately.

Duties and Responsibilities:

· Leads jobsite activities which involves such duties as installing, instructing; assigning reviewing, and scheduling work; maintaining standards; acting on employee problems; assisting with appraising employee performance; and recommending promotions, or disciplinary actions when necessary.

· Assists in the coordination and delegation of daily work assignments for active construction projects.

· Assists supervisor in providing hands-on standard operating procedures and basic safety training.

· Plans, organizes, directs, and controls excavations of sites and any corrective actions taken to repair problems; installs and/or repairs pipes and manholes; and performs preliminary investigation confirming that utilities are marked, depending on crew assignment.

· Leads and monitors daily work progress; performs regular daily inspections of equipment to insure safe operating condition.

· Assists in the repair and maintenance of facilities and mechanical equipment at sewer lift stations and the completion of preventive maintenance; performs troubleshooting of mechanical and electrical systems; and performs periodic wastewater lift station inspections depending on crew assignment.

Qualifications:

· High School diploma;

· Four (4) years progressively responsible technical experience;

· Or equivalent education, training, and/or experience.

Licenses or Certifications:

· Valid South Carolina Driver’s License

· Valid Class “A” commercial driver’s license with tanker endorsement

· Preferred Water Environment Association of South Carolina (WEASC) Wastewater Collection Operator “A” level licensure

Special Qualifications:

· Able to use or learn to use a variety of vehicles, equipment, and machinery such as, dump truck, , backhoes excavator, forklift, pumps, personal computer, etc.; a variety of tools such as hand tools, power tools, chain cutters, pipe saw, test meters, straps, cables, shackles, etc.; a variety of supplies such as nuts, bolts, screws, miscellaneous fasteners, silicone and sealants, hydraulic/lubricant oils, pipe, personal protective supplies, general office supplies, etc.; and a variety of computer software such as: CMMS, GIS Portal, SC811 Web Portal, etc.

· Must demonstrate the ability to read and interpret construction project plans and specifications within six months of employment.

· Must demonstrate the ability to provide accurate jobsite material calculations within 3 months of employment.

Benefits:

· Retirement Pension

· Medical, dental, vision and life insurance.

· Paid Holidays

· Paid Time Off

Quarterly Bonus: $8000 annually/$2000 per quarter

Job Type: Full-time

How to Apply:

An application can be downloaded from our website www.ncsd.sc.gov/join-our-team.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,937.00 - $66,345.00 per year

Benefits:

- 401(k)

- 401(k) matching

- Dental insurance

- Employee assistance program

- Health insurance

- Health savings account

- Life insurance

- Paid time off

- Professional development assistance

- Retirement plan

- Tuition reimbursement

- Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Experience:

- Construction: 4 years (Required)

License/Certification:

- Class A CDL (Required)

Work Location: In person