Job Description

Position Title: Scaffold Foreman

Position Reports To: General Foremen

Position Summary

A Scaffold Foreman is responsible for directing personnel in the safe execution of the site-specific scope of work items outlined in the contract documents. A Paint Foreman is also responsible for all associated paperwork and documentation as described in the Apache manuals and programs that apply.

Essential Functions

• Read prints, specifications and both written and verbal instructions as required to perform duties and responsibilities as listed below.
• Heavy lifting will often be required to perform tasks.
• Must be able to kneel, squat, and climb.
• Must be able to perform required duties for extended periods of time inside confined spaces, often with breathing equipment required.
• Comply with all Apache and client safety policies and programs.
• Maintain a reliable attendance record
• Always maintains a clean and safe work environment
• Able to wear all required PPE
• Other duties as assigned.

Education & Experience

• Minimum 4 years of scaffold experience
• Minimum 1 year experience with Apache.
• Demonstrate a broad knowledge of craft(s) utilized on projects they oversee.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ensure that all employees are working in a safe manner and environment. Field Foreman is to fulfill all requirements outlined in the Apache Safety Manual, site specific requirements, and customer specific requirements.
• Initiate and manage the daily tailgate safety meeting and JHA.
• Work with General Foreman and Superintendents to understand the scope of work and bring to their attention any potential problems and issues. Communication with the Project Manager should continue on a daily basis.
• Ensure that all Apache and customer specifications, guidelines, and programs are being followed and documented as required.
• Responsible for managing the field crew in the performance of daily tasks.
• Ensure that work is being performed efficiently with regard to manpower, equipment, tools and consumables.
• Responsible for compliance with all QC requirements which include those stated in the contract, drawings, and specifications.
• Complete all general site paperwork including timesheets and T&M sheets.
• Responsible for onsite customer relations.
• Attend job walks and bid meetings as requested by Apache management and provide documentation necessary to provide pricing information.
• Responsible for the training of crew members. Foreman are expected to train prospective employees to become productive members of the crew and prepare them to become a Foreman.
• Identify all company scaffold components and be able to apply manufacturers technical specifications to the construction, modification and dismantling of scaffold structures and work platforms
• Measures boards, timbers, or plywood, using square, measuring tape, and ruler, and marks cutting lines on materials using pencil and scriber.
• A thorough knowledge of Lock Out Tag Out procedures for working around energized equipment.
• Must maintain a positive attitude with crew members.
• Ensuring good housekeeping is performed throughout the entire project - inside & outside.

Work Conditions/Physical Demands  

• Remaining in a stationary position, often standing, or sitting for prolonged periods.   
• Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds.  
• No adverse environmental conditions expected. 
• Must be able to work in high noise volumes, toxic or caustic chemicals, fumes, airborne particles, dusty conditions, hazardous machinery, precarious places, proximity to other employees. 
• Background Check Requirements 

Drug Program 

All employees at made aware that Apache has a comprehensive drug/ alcohol policy and program in place, which includes random testing