Construction Foreman - Plow Crew

CONSTRUCTION FOREMAN – Plow Crew

RFNOW Inc. is seeking applications from motivated individuals interested in helping lead our crews on our Construction and Maintenance Team. Our Plow Crew Foreman will demonstrate hands-on leadership for our drop, drill, jet or plow crews on individual worksites across the region by role-modelling safe and efficient work processes, assigning tasks, providing training, and problem-solving.  They will provide day-to-day coaching and guidance to our operators and labourers who are integral in the efficient preparation, construction and installation of our fibre optic infrastructure.

General Responsibilities:

• Supervise and coordinate daily activities on construction sites to ensure quality and efficient operations, plan to ensure required materials are onsite, manpower requirements, mechanical issues or work scope changes
• Inform the Superintendent of work activities, issues, workflow, or any issues discovered through daily job planning.
• Mentor new and existing workers on construction best practices and promote a culture of safety.
• Ensure RFNOW and MB/SK OH&S  standards, policies and procedures are understood and followed by all employees
• Facilitate communication with crew members through Toolbox meetings, Safety Memos.
• Ensure all incidents are reported (near misses, property damage, injuries, environmental, etc.) before the end of the shift
• Complete and submit daily reports/as-built and quality control document
• Be familiar with and conduct self according to RFNOW Inc. Policy and Procedures

Qualifications & Experience:

• Previous field construction experience is required.
• Experience with utility locates and working around existing utilities.
• Supervisory experience and knowledge of the telecom industry are both assets.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with heavy equipment for underground construction (backhoe, cats, drilling, hydrovac) would be considered an asset but willing to train suitable applicants.
• Must have valid Class 1 or 3 license.
• Willing to work out of town and in remote locations on a regular basis

Requirements

• Ability to lift more than 50 lbs.
• Ability to spend the majority of the day standing and/or walking.
• Willingness and ability to travel Monday to Friday, throughout MB and SK.
• Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Ability to lead and maintain a respectful working environment for your team

Job Details

• Full time, Monday to Friday
• $32.50 - $40/hr. depending on experience
• Benefits package
• Cell Phone Allowance
• Boot Allowance
• Weekly overtime opportunities