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Job Title: Foreman Manager

Job Description

We are looking for a Foreman Manager with at least 5 years of experience in the underground sewer and water construction trade. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years of experience running a crew installing water and sewer systems. This role involves overseeing a crew of 3 to 4 members, operating equipment, and ensuring the safe use of machinery and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Run a crew of 3 to 4 members installing water and sewer throughout Central Iowa.

• Operate excavators, dozers, loaders, and other heavy equipment.

• Coordinate daily tasks according to priorities and plans, making adjustments as necessary.

• Delegate individual responsibilities and projects to crew members and contractors.

• Oversee the crew 80% of the time, operating equipment 20% of the time.

• Ensure the safe use of machinery and equipment.

• Provide clear directions and communicate effectively.

• Climb in and out of trenches, manholes, and other confined work areas.

• Climb ladders, stairs, and navigate uneven terrain.

Essential Skills

• 5+ years of experience in the underground sewer and water construction trade.

• 2+ years of experience running a crew installing water and sewer systems.

• Experience operating heavy equipment such as excavators, dozers, and loaders.

• Knowledge of all wet utilities including sewer, water, storm drain, and irrigation.

• Foreman or supervisor experience.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in commercial construction, dirt work, and excavation.

• Ability to delegate tasks and manage crew members effectively.

• Willingness to unload trucks or pipe and set structures as needed.

• Knowledge of operating heavy equipment around utilities.

Why Work Here?

We value family and promote a good work/life balance. As a growing company, we offer on-the-job training and are led by forward-thinking leadership. We believe in teamwork and strive to make a positive impact on your career and everyday life. Benefits include a company truck, paid vacation, paid holidays after 90 days, 401k after one year, paid insurance, and competitive wages.

Work Environment

Our Client provides quality underground utility services to government agencies, cities, municipalities, and developers in Central Iowa. The majority of the workload involves municipalities, focusing on deep sewer and underground utilities. Safety is a top priority, and we operate 100% within OSHA guidelines. We provide safety incentive bonuses and ensure the use of trench boxes and other safety equipment. The work environment includes a dress code of jeans, T-shirt (no sleeveless), and steel toe shoes. PPE such as hard hats, safety glasses, vests, and gloves are provided. The work hours are from 7 am to 6 pm, with no weekend work, but candidates must be open to heavy overtime during the week if needed. The work is local to Ames and Des Moines, with a shop located in Nevada. Candidates must be able to commute within an hour radius of Des Moines.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Nevada, Iowa.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $65000.00 - $73000.00

At On Track Construction, we value family and push for a good work/life balance.

We are a young growing company with the resources to train on the job.

We are composed of leadership from top to bottom.

We believe that team work and forward thinking are the ingredients to make that difference, and to see that difference in your career carry over into your everyday life.

Join our team of young professionals and be a part of our family.

Be a part of what we do, and let us be a part of who you are.

Come see the appreciation and commitment to our employees and their families

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Nevada,IA.

Application Deadline

This position will be accepting applications until Jan 28, 2025.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.