Working Foreman

Position Summary

We are seeking a motivated Working Foreman to plan, coordinate, and safely supervise a 5/6-person crew, installing underground piping on commercial and municipal projects. This is a hands-on role: you will operate and oversee heavy equipment, perform and direct manual tasks, complete daily reports, and enforce safety and quality standards on-site.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, supervise, and train a 5/6-person crew installing water, sewer, and storm drain systems
• Read and execute work per project plans and specifications; ensure work meets industry standards
• Operate and oversee heavy equipment (excavators, wheel loaders, rollers) and monitor equipment condition (fluids, filters, greasing, basic maintenance)
• Establish and carry grades for trench excavation/backfill using pipe laser/transit as needed
• Assemble and install shoring systems; enforce trenching and excavation safety protocols
• Prepare and submit daily reports, red line drawings, track materials, and coordinate subcontractors on-site
• Ensure jobsite safety, productivity, and communication with supervisors, GCs, and owners
• Be on-site and ready to begin work by 6:45 AM

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years verifiable experience as a crew supervisor/foreman on pipe projects (project values > $1M) — required
• Minimum 3 years of experience operating a 10‐ton track excavator or 10‐ton wheel loader — required
• Experience with trench excavation, backfill, and shoring systems — required
• Verifiable safety training and certifications (OSHA, Competent Person, Trenching & Excavation, Confined Space, Flagger) - required
• Ability to read plans and carry grades; experience with pipe laser/transit preferred
• Valid NC driver’s license and reliable transportation; clean driving record required (MVR check)
• Willingness to submit to pre‐employment drug screen
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation to job sites.
• Able to lift 50+ lbs. stand/bend/kneel for long periods in outdoor conditions.
• English required; Spanish a plus

Pre-employment requirements

• Ability to pass pre-employment drug screen and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check.
• Completion of Zip Recruiter assessments required for consideration.

Preferred certifications

• OSHA 10, Trenching & Shoring, Confined Space, CPR/First Aid (or willingness to obtain).
• Equipment/operator certifications are a plus.

Benefits

• 401(k) with matching
• Health, dental, vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Paid time off
• Safety equipment provided
• Opportunities for training and career advancement
• (entry → experienced operator → lead → foreman/superintendent or specialist)

How to apply

Submit your resume and complete the Zip Recruiter assessments listed on this posting. Qualified candidates will be contacted for a 15-minute pre-screen, followed by an in-person interview and skills check. All offers are contingent on drug screen and MVR verification.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Baker Underground, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and encourage applicants of all backgrounds to apply.

(We run small, five‐person crews — there’s no place to hide. We’re looking for people who want to work hard, learn, and grow as part of a tight‐knit team. Your performance shows quickly; within a couple of weeks the crew will know if you’re a good fit. If you’re dependable, safety‐minded, and ready to build a career, we want to hear from you.)

• Forklift Operators are not qualified for this position.
• No applicant will be considered without this experience.
• Applicants who do not complete the requested Zip Recruiter Skills Assessment will not be considered for employment.

We are a regional utility contractor specializing in the installation and maintenance of water, sewer, and storm drainage systems for municipal and commercial clients throughout the Piedmont Triad of North Carolina. Operating multiple crews with a steady backlog of contracted projects, we provide stable work, on-the-job training, and clear advancement opportunities. We value safety, reliability, and teamwork and are looking for experienced and motivated professionals to grow with our company.