Underground Lead Man at Hays Electrical Services

Houston, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

09 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Underground Utility Work, Crew Coordination, Trenching, Excavation, Conduit Installation, Construction Drawings, Communication Skills, Leadership Skills, Safety Standards, Equipment Operation, Initiative, Bilingual

Industry

Construction

Description

With over 18 years of experience and hundreds of million-dollar projects completed, Hays Electrical Services provides excellent service to customers in hospitality, commercial, and solar industry. Hays Electrical Services approaches each project with a cooperative mindset, working with business owners, contractors, and subcontractors towards the common goal – successful project delivery. Job Summary: We are looking for a dependable and experienced Underground Leadman to support the Foreman and help lead daily field operations. This person will be the Foreman’s right-hand on site—able to manage crews, maintain productivity, and keep work moving safely and efficiently. While this role doesn’t require all certifications held by the Foreman, the ideal candidate should be capable of stepping in when needed (e.g., when the Foreman is in meetings or offsite). Key Responsibilities: Assist the Foreman in overseeing daily field activities and crew coordination. Maintain productivity by keeping crews focused and tasks moving efficiently. Step in to lead the crew when the Foreman is unavailable. Operate or assist with equipment, materials, and tools as needed. Help enforce job site safety standards and encourage best practices. Communicate progress and needs to the Foreman or Project Manager. Ensure the jobsite is organized, clean, and all team members are aware of their tasks. Read and follow basic plans, work orders, and layouts to support underground utility installation. Preferred Qualifications: 2+ years of experience in underground utility work (electrical, telecom, water, etc.) Working knowledge of trenching, excavation, conduit installation, and general site prep. Ability to read basic construction drawings and follow direction from Foreman. Willingness to step up and take initiative when needed. Strong communication and leadership skills. Ability to operate small to mid-size equipment is a plus. Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus. Preferred Certifications: OSHA 30 Trenching & Excavation Safety Confined Space Awareness First Aid / CPR Physical Requirements: Ability to lift to 50 lbs. Comfortable working outdoors in various conditions. Capable of working in and around trenches and confined spaces. If you meet the qualifications outlined above and are ready to contribute your skills to the team at Hays Electrical Services, we encourage you to apply. Join us in providing exceptional service to our clients and supporting our company's operations. Apply now!

Responsibilities

Assist the Foreman in overseeing daily field activities and crew coordination while maintaining productivity. Step in to lead the crew when the Foreman is unavailable and ensure job site safety standards are enforced.