Job Title:Crew Leader- Columbus Markets Business Unit: Ohio Valley Excavating, a Congruex Company Department: Construction Reports To: Foreman and or the Project Manager (PM) Employment Status: Full-time non-exempt (hourly) Primary Location: Lebanon, Ohio
Compensation: We will determine salary based on skills and experience in the function of the role, as well as equity to any other employees in the same or similar role.
Company Profile: Networks Built Better. Congruex is a multi-national organization that specializes in broadband network construction and engineering. We support some of the largest service providers in the United States with a footprint that extends across the nation. Our turn-key design and build solutions allow our customers to deliver more data, more bandwidth, and ultimately support more devices for their end-users. Our diverse self-perform capabilities allow us to deliver high-quality telecommunications and utility solutions with efficiency as one combined end-to-end business.
Congruex is a growing collection of subsidiary operating units. Our unified vision is to be the nation’s largest end-to-end provider of network design, engineering, construction, and maintenance for broadband operators. We are One Congruex.
Our Mission & Values It is our mission to satisfy our customers by providing the expertise, technology, and resources necessary to build better networks. Congruex is committed to the overall health, wellness, and safety of our people. We support diversity, inclusion, and the right to live freely with mutual respect.
These values are ingrained in our core values of GRIT. At Congruex, GRIT is an acronym for guts, reliability, improvement, and teamwork – having the GUTS to do the right thing, being RELIABLE to deliver what we promise, IMPROVING ourselves every day, and embracing TEAMWORK together as One Congruex
Ohio Valley Excavating, a Congruex Company Founded in 2004, OVE services the utility industry with installation and maintenance for underground electrical and communications infrastructures. OVE’s full-service excavation capacities span commercial and industrial construction as well as emergency repairs, with experience across the private and public sectors in Ohio and the Midwest.
Job Summary: We are seeking a crew leader to join our growing team. The crew leader will be responsible for performing their job duties safely and professionally. The ideal candidate will know the construction industry but training is provided.
Must have a valid driver’s license and pass a pre-employment drug screening. The crew leader will be responsible to get to various job sites throughout the area and must be willing to lead a crew, in the foreman's absence.
Job Responsibilities (Including, but not limited to):
Lead morning and afternoon job-specific safety/huddle meetings as needed
Lead a small crew in everyday excavation projects, in the absence of a foreman and then eventually on your own
Communication with the foreman, project managers, and or site GC
Operate various tamping machines as per specifications
Inspect equipment and perform everyday maintenance
Loading and unloading Jobsite materials
Maintain a neat and clean work area
Inspect and operate hand tools for various activities
Operate track-hoe, back-hoe, mini-excavator, and a skid steer
Excavate and backfill, in a safe manner, trenches for underground utilities
Have basic knowledge of shoring systems and how to use them
Placement of conduit in open trenches
Proofing conduits
Potholing existing utilities
Rigging and setting of structures
Forming and pouring of concrete
Placement of asphalt
Maintain safety of company vehicles and ensured optimal utilization
Ensure compliance with customer requirements and completed activities
Observe and promote safety compliance
Complete 20 hours of OVE required safety training annually
Participate in random drug screenings
Report injuries and other accidents to foreman and or PM
Ensure the site is clean and organized at the end of each shift
Coordinate daily tasks according to specs and plans
Perform scope of work and recognize work done outside of the scope
Delegate individual responsibilities to crew members and subcontractors
Manage employees and subcontractors, as needed
Emphasize safe use of tools and equipment
Manage daily Jobsite and employee paperwork
Resolve conflicts or miscommunications quickly and amicably
Schedule material deliveries
Manage rental equipment deliveries and returns
Required Skills & Qualifications:
Minimum of 3 years of experience and knowledge of underground utility construction
Leadership skills for delegating tasks to subcontractors and employees
Speaking skills for providing clear orders to subcontractors and employees
Technical skills for interpreting construction methods, specifications, and drawings
History of working successfully with a team to complete a common goal, “team player”
Time management skills to meet deadlines
Writing skills to document work progress, change orders, and everyday reporting
Regularly report project status to foreman, project managers, and or GC
Knowledge and experience in how to read and understand blueprints
Self-Motivated
In-depth knowledge of OSHA guidelines, equipment, and construction procedures
High school or equivalent education
Valid Driver’s license with a good driving record
subject to a pre-employment drug test and MVR
Ability to follow instruction
Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to interact with the crew, leadership, and clients
Strong understanding of safety procedures and policies
Must be able to meet physical demands of the position; ability to lift to 75 pounds
Excellent vision or the use of prescription lenses
Exceptional manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination
Perform a variety of manual tasks for extended periods in unfavorable weather conditions
Desired Skills & Qualifications:
Provide suggestions for continued improvement
Minimum of 5 years of operating equipment
CDL driver’s license
Computer skills
OSHA 30 and trench/excavation safety training
Employment Status: Non-exempt (hourly) Full-time Eligible for a full benefits package, 401K, paid time off, holiday pay, and insurance package
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.
