We are looking for a pipe foreman to join our team. If you enjoy working outdoors, being a part of a team and mentoring others, we have a spot for you.

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Cruiser Contracting is an established general contractor with experienced principals and dedicated employees. Cruiser Contracting constructs utilities and roadworks for all sizes of land development projects in the Okanagan Valley of British Columbia.

The Opportunity:

The Foreman will be responsible for supervising and coordinating daily activities of the crews, working with the Superintendent to plan work and coordinating with Dispatch to ensure all necessary resources (people, materials, and equipment) are in place each day.

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Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provide direction to the crews at the beginning of each day and then keep the crews updated and on track with the daily schedule, providing advice and guidance

• Work with the crew, client and superintendent to understand upcoming requirements and communicate with the Dispatcher in organizing the daily activities of the job

• Ensure forward planning in the ordering of materials and setting up sub-contractors for layout, delivery of supplies, density and pressure testing, proof rolls etc.

• Responsible for communicating job progress, information and updates to inspectors and internal departments

• Ensure pre-locate are performed for all existing utilities that may conflict with job site activities

• Attend meetings to discuss job production, schedule, conflicts and provide toolbox updates to crews

• Ensure accurate and daily reporting of timesheets and work orders are provided to head office

• Organize and complete an inventory of materials at jobs end for removal from site

• Responsible for training and development of crews

• Understand and support full compliance with WorksafeBC requirements and incorporating health, safety & quality into all aspects of planning and executing projects and scope of work

Qualifications, Experience & Skillset:

• Must have related construction experience

• 5+ years of experience as a Lead Hand or Foreman with a solid understanding of all aspects of civil works - especially in pipe and road works

• Knowledge of TOPCON GPS is an asset

• Must be able to communicate positively and effectively with a variety of individuals

• Strong mentoring and leadership skills - ability to coach and train all members of the crew while assisting them with responsibilities

• Experience with reviewing plans and applying the knowledge to the work

• First aid, confined space, and fall protection training is an asset

• Flexibility with hours, including weekends if required.

• Must be able to interact with professionalism and courtesy with all clients and members of the public

• Ability to work outside in all types of weather, along with additional hours as needed (possibly weekends)

• Must possess a valid Class 5 Drivers License with satisfactory drivers abstract.

• Must be local to the Kelowna area

At Cruiser Contracting, we believe that our people are our greatest asset. We are dedicated to developing, recognizing, and retaining talented employees. We offer a fun, respectful and supportive multi-cultural working environment. Our growing team is hardworking, personable, and passionate about delivering high quality results, with a high level of integrity.

What we offer:

• Competitive wages and benefits

• Opportunities for training and advancement

• Safe working environment

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We thank you for your interest, only those candidates which we feel are suitable for the position will be contacted.