General Foreman

Desoto Line Services – Washington, PA

Gas General Foreman

Company Summary:

The Desoto Group and Desoto Line Services is a rapidly growing, full-service EPC firm serving U.S. utilities and other customers. Desoto specializes in electrical construction, gas construction, site access, vegetation management, engineering, and incident and storm response. Desoto offers a wide array of construction services for the gas utility industry, including the installation, replacement, and maintenance of plastic and steel mains and service lines, meter settings, and regulator stations. We are a minority, woman, and service-disabled veteran-owned company, with corporate offices in Orlando, Florida, servicing customers throughout the United States.

Job Summary:

The Gas General Foreman oversees multiple crews to complete daily tasks related to the completion of natural gas distribution system projects. This includes installing, replacing, and maintenance of plastic and steel facilities, as well as meter and regulator settings, and restoration of soft and hard surfaces. The position oversees crew safety and productivity, installation, pressure testing, and decommissioning of both mainline and service line gas pipe and customer settings. The position completes routine safety and quality inspections and documentation. This position is responsible for work preparation, customer experience, coaching, and performance of the work in their area of responsibility.

Duties and Responsibilities:

· Oversee and coordinate crew and subcontractor work to install natural gas pipelines and facilities

· Obtain all necessary licenses, permits, and materials for each job

· Ensure all work is completed on-time according to standards, policies, and procedures

· Coordinate and delegate daily work assignments to crews

· Verify all utility locates have been completed

· Verify site prep and site access of daily work assignments prior to crew dispatching

· Facilitate daily safety discussions

· Perform weekly safety and quality inspections

· Ensure all paperwork is completed in a timely manner

· Monitor new hire on-the-job training

· Validate correctness of employee timesheets and approve on timely basis

· Confirm proper restoration of each job is completed

· Communicate with customers and inspectors

· Hire crew members, in coordination with regional Superintendent

· Remain in constant communication with client regarding progress, quality, and issue resolution

Qualifications

Minimum:

· High school diploma or equivalent

· 5 years of gas construction experience

· Ability to interpret plan sets and maps

· Ability to read technical instructions

· Ability to manage multiple competing priorities

· Strong verbal and written communication skills

· Proficient operation of smart devices (phone, tablet, laptop)

· Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams)

· Strong understanding of all industry applicable rules, regulations, and requirements

· Ability to work outdoors in densely populated and remote areas

· Work while standing or sitting for several hours at a time

· Operate or safely work around heavy equipment and machinery

· Strong work ethic and ability to effectively lead teams of diverse individuals

· Clean driving record

Preferred:

· 5+ year gas construction experience

· OSHA 30

EEO Statement:

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Commitment to Diversity:

The Desoto Group is committed to creating and maintaining a workplace in which all employees have an opportunity to participate and contribute to the success of the business and are valued for their skills, experience, and unique perspectives. This commitment is embodied in Company policy and the way we do business at The Desoto Group and is an important principle of sound business management.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $90,000+ per year, negotiable upon skill set, merit, and experience

Benefits:

- PTO (4 Weeks)

- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

- Group Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability

- Boot Reimbursement

- 401(k)

- Company Vehicle or Vehicle Pay

Schedule: 40 hours per week with expectation of extended hours as needed

License/Certification: Driver’s License (Required)

Willingness to travel: Up to 50% (Preferred)

Work Location: On Site

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

- 401(k)

- 401(k) matching

- Dental insurance

- Employee assistance program

- Health insurance

- Life insurance

- Paid time off

- Parental leave

- Vision insurance

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift

- Monday to Friday

Experience:

- Gas Construction : 5 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

- OSHA 30 (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

- Washington, PA 15301 (Preferred)

Work Location: In person