02/25/2022
Bickers Construction Inc. is seeking a qualified Pipe Foreman for projects in and around the west and northwest side of Atlanta.
Pipe foreman are responsible for:
Completing layout, laser setup, setting elevations and grading
Scheduling inspections and interacting with inspectors on the project
Training and development of young or inexperience craftsmen
Proficiently operate and supervise others operating company owned heavy equipment such as excavators and wheel loaders
Reading /Interpreting: contract documents, submittals, shop drawings, architectural, structural and mechanical drawings
Responsibility for the crew and its productivity and quality of completed work
Able to install different types of pipe material (Ductile, PVC, C-900, sewer)
Follow and enforce OSHA safety requirements
Shoot elevations and grades
Assist with other operations on the project as needed
Recording and reporting of time and other paper work to the office weekly
Education and Experience:
This position typically is not an entry-level job, as it requires demonstrable previous experience as a Pipe Foreman. A high school diploma or general education degree (GED) is preferred. Must be able to understand work directions and communicate effectively with management, fellow employees and Owner.
Minimum of three (3) to five (5) years’ experience required.
Valid Georgia Driver’s license with satisfactory driving record required.
Physical Demand
Constant physical effort, including standing, is required during a regular work shift of at least eight hours per day. Employee must be able to stand for extended periods of time, and to stoop, bend, and crouch as required to perform Key Duties.
Frequently work with hands extended overhead, sometimes in conjunction with the operation of hand power tools.
Ability to lift and carry, on a frequent basis, at least 50 pounds and, at times, as much as 90 pounds, as may be assigned.
Manual dexterity to hand-carry generators, lumber and other construction materials, forms, power tools, and hand tools.
Physical dexterity involving stretching, proper placement of legs, and use of arms and hands in repetitive motions.
Maintain constant alertness to the multiple concurrent activities of the construction site, including the activities of other employees and contractors, the operation of stationary equipment, and the movement of mobile equipment.
Must be able to climb on and off heavy mobile equipment safely.
Frequently walk on uneven surfaces, including natural ground in varying weather conditions.
Capable of being certified to enter confined spaces, including climbing into and out of excavations up to 15 feet in depth, using ladders or crawling, as required.
Sufficient skill and visual acuity, under varying degrees of light, darkness, and weather conditions, to provide direction and flagging for operators of cranes with rated capacities of up to 300 tons.
The Pipe Foreman must be able to climb on and off heavy mobile equipment safely.
