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Hydro Excavation Vac Foreman

Congruex

Columbus, OH • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 22 days ago

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7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

Based on 14 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Description
Who is Congruex:
Congruex was formed in 2016 to take advantage of historic demand for digital connectivity.
Our founders are deeply rooted in the industry and have collectively built some of the country's largest communications infrastructure.
We design and build digital infrastructure across the nation by providing engineering, construction, and specialty solutions with integrated delivery or as an a la carte service. The work we do enables everything in the modern world to operate, from healthcare and energy to transportation and social interactions.
Our vision is to be the best provider of digital infrastructure solutions in the U.S. and our core values of GRIT connect everything we do. Will you join us?
Why Work at Congruex:
No matter what role you play, you are an important part of our team. We offer comprehensive and competitive benefits including, but not limited to:
  • Medical, Dental & Vision benefits on day 1
  • 401(k) program with company match and immediate vesting on day 1
  • Flexible PTO for all exempt roles & competitive PTO accrual for all non-exempt roles
  • 10 company paid holidays
  • Company Paid Maternity & Parental Leave Options
  • Company Paid Basic Life Insurance (employee paid voluntary options)
  • Free wellness benefits like counseling, financial planning, caregiver support, and more!
  • Marketplace discounts and 24/7 access to online learning & development.

Job Summary:
The Hydro Excavation Vac Foreman will oversee hydro excavation crews in the field and ensure that safe, accurate, and timely work is being performed. The Foreman will be responsible for project walkouts, coordination with customer and company management, quality control, and general supervision of onsite work related to hydro excavation.
Job Responsibilities (Including, but not limited to):
  • Manage and track daily activities of assigned hydro excavation crews.
  • Continually inspect work sites for potential hazards and/or safety concerns, ensuring safe work environments and compliance with state, federal, OSHA, and company safety policies.
  • Operate hydro excavation vacuum trucks and related equipment safely and efficiently.
  • Excavate and remove soil and debris using hydro excavation techniques.
  • Pothole existing utilities with precision and care.
  • Ensure proper disposal of excavated materials.
  • Track materials, aggregates, and project requirements.
  • Communicate both orally and written, with local officials, company management and staff, customers, and other stakeholders.
  • Update the Construction and/or Project Manager on crew needs, progress, etc.
  • File complete and accurate paperwork daily.
  • Ensure work sites have been adequately cleaned up and worksite is restored after work.
  • Travel to and from assigned job sites.
  • Assist and train crews as needed.
  • May schedule and coordinate subcontractors related to hydro excavation.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills & Qualifications:
General
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Ability to pass a pre-employment background check and drug test.
  • Possess and maintain a clean Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in hydro excavation operations.
  • Ability to read and understand blueprints and project specifications related to utility location and excavation.
  • Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with crew, leadership, and customers.
  • Ability to manage crews.
  • Ability to drive and operate company vehicles and hydro excavation equipment.
  • Ability to ensure compliance with OSHA and other regulatory bodies' safety standards.
  • Ability to utilize proper safety equipment.
  • Experience with utility locating is highly desired.
  • Bilingual Spanish and English speaking preferred.

Physical Demands and Work Environment
  • Must be able and willing to work indoors and outdoors, subject to inclement weather conditions
  • Must be able to maintain visual and audible contact with other crewman and all moving or stationary persons/vehicles/objects to ensure safe coordination of movement
  • Must be able to work around heavy equipment and machinery
  • Must be able to stand or walk for long periods of time
  • Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
  • Routinely requires extended periods of bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting, lifting in awkward positions, standing, and twisting
  • Must be able to stand, walk, sit or be in other physically demanding positions for long periods of time
  • Must be able to work while wearing safety boots, safety glasses, hardhat, and any applicable safety gear

Required Licenses/Certificates/Registrations:
  • OSHA 30
  • Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
  • DOT Medical Card
  • Competent Person Certification
  • Confined Space training
  • Trench Safety training
  • Pole Climbing & Ladder Safety
  • Flagger Certification
  • Forklift Certification
  • First Aid / CPR

Why Work at Congruex:
No matter what role you play, you are an important part of our team. We offer comprehensive and competitive benefits including, but not limited to:
  • Medical, Dental & Vision benefits on day 1

  • 401(k) program with company match and immediate vesting on day 1

  • Flexible PTO for all exempt roles & competitive PTO accrual for all non-exempt roles

  • 10 company paid holidays

  • Company Paid Maternity & Parental Leave Options

  • Company Paid Basic Life Insurance (employee paid voluntary options)

  • Free wellness benefits like counseling, financial planning, caregiver support, and more!

  • Marketplace discounts and 24/7 access to online learning & development

All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor.
Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent will possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.
This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at-will" employment relationship.

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