Foreperson at New Mexico Gas Co - Peoples Gas - Tampa Electric

Truth or Consequences, New Mexico, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

27 Dec, 25

Salary

79300.0

Posted On

28 Sep, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Leadership, Project Management, Safety Compliance, Welding, Pipefitting, Construction, Team Coordination, Problem Solving, Operator Qualifications, Emergency Response, Communication, Scheduling, Training, Environmental Regulations, Heavy Equipment Operation, Customer Interaction

Industry

Serviços de eletricidade;gás;água e esgoto

Description

This position will be open to internal and external applicants and will close on Monday, October 6, 2025. Pay for this position is in the range of $63,440 to $79,300 and is dependent upon skills, experience and education of the successful candidate. The successful candidate must live within 30 minutes of the T or C Service Center. About This Opportunity Do you like leading a team of enthusiastic crew members to efficiently execute projects in the field? As a Foreperson with New Mexico Gas, you will be overseeing small and large projects and aiding your crew in all aspects of construction. Projects can consist of gas pipe maintenance, installation, and excavation. Come put your knowledge and skills to the test as a Foreperson with New Mexico Gas Company! Primary Duties and ResponsibilitiesThis list does not reflect the job duties in their entirety Independently plans, organizes, schedules, and leads assigned crew(s) and equipment; participates in the work activities of the crew. Schedules and coordinates daily job assignments and activities. Ensures a cooperative and safe work site environment, which often includes various disciplines from other departments and companies. Ensures that work is performed in compliance with safety guidelines, OSHA, environmental, Company policy and procedures, work standards, various government agency regulations, and other related requirements. Ensures that employees have appropriate Operator Qualifications (OQs) for performing tasks; provides direct oversight while performing tasks; inspects weld re-qualifying. Anticipates and resolves difficult issues and contract disputes between the Company, customers, government officials and landowners regarding various pipelines, scheduling, and work activities. Under leadership review, typically conducts and inspects all types of welding, including PE, Oxy- acetylene, ARC, and stopple equipment on high-pressure and large gas transmission pipe. May lead or perform on-site welding, pipefitting duties, and on-the-job training, perform advanced measurement and corrosion activities (as needed by location). May assume next level of supervision for town plant in absence of supervisor as needed by location. Successful Candidate Must Have: A High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED) A valid Driver's License and meet the acceptable driving record requirements of the company 3 years of experience related to the duties and responsibilities of the position A valid New Mexico Commercial Driver's Licenses (CDL) within one (1) year of hire Be able to obtain and maintain all applicable Operator Qualifications (OQs) and certifications within 12 months of hire or promotion. The ability to meet annual fit testing requirements for respirator and self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) Preferences: 2 years of experience in the utility or underground construction industry. Experience as a NMGC Foreperson and/or successful completion of NMGC Foreperson training Working ConditionsField/plant environment. May be required to work overtime and/or on call and handle emergency response. Work at various job sites, out of town, and/or remote locations. Personal protective equipment needed.Frequent standing, walking, bending, twisting, and climbing; occasional sitting, lifting/carrying (up to 80 lbs.), reaching, handling, the use of fine dexterity, kneeling, and crouching required. Work requires exposure to extreme heat and cold, high-pressure natural gas, blowing gas, and gas fumes; uneven terrain; exposure to year-round outside weather conditions.

Responsibilities

The Foreperson will independently plan, organize, and lead assigned crews in various construction projects, ensuring compliance with safety guidelines and regulations. They will also resolve issues and disputes related to project execution and oversee welding and pipefitting duties as needed.