Utilities Foreman - HRI Inc. - Hagerstown/Winchester/Martinsburg 1
Company: HRI
Location: Hagerstown
Country: USA
Type of Contract: Seasonal
Publication Date: Aug 19, 2025
HRI, Inc., a Colas USA subsidiary, operates primarily in, Pennsylvania, Maryland, and West Virginia. Today, HRI, is a diversified construction company with expertise in highways, airports, water, sewer, treatment plants, bridges, and paving. HRI also has six asphalt plants. Our company benefits from being part of a much larger organization while still maintaining local control over our activities and preserving close ties to the communities we serve. To learn more about HRI visit www.hriinc.com/ .
The Colas USA Family of Companies provides competitive pay, outstanding benefits, career advancement opportunities, professional education, and extensive training for every employee. We pride ourselves on upholding the highest standards of safety, environmental conservation, and ethical conduct as we strive to grow our infrastructure products and services through empowering and developing our people, fostering innovation, utilizing new technology, and maximizing vertical integration at all levels of the company’s value chain. To learn more about the Colas USA Family of Companies, please visit www.colasusa.com .
Job Summary
HRI, Inc., a leader in heavy civil construction since 1947, has an opening for an experienced and energetic Utilities Foreman. The position is within our Utilities Construction Region, where we are a leader in the water/wastewater treatment plant construction business in addition to our leading position with large, municipal pipe projects. HRI is currently working in the Martinsburg/Winchester/Hagerstown area. Travel is sometimes required for this position.
The successful candidate should be capable, among other responsibilities, with the installation of all underground pipe and process pipe. The selected individual will ensure crew operates within HRI’s safety standards at all times. They will plan and assign work, track/account for labor hours and productivity, and supervise daily activities of crew members.
Main Responsibilities
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Complete tasks as directed by supervisor in a timely manner
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Ability to work and assist others to work in a safe manner within the guidelines of the company's policies
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Locate, avoid, and protect existing underground utilities
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Read and interpret grade instruments (tape measures, grade rods, levels, and lasers)
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Apply basic knowledge of soil types, trenching, and shoring per OSHA regulations
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Ability to work with trench boxes, deep excavations, and in confined spaces
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Supervise work activities of employees in their daily activities
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Ensure crews have tools, materials, and instruction to complete tasks
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Preplan schedule, manpower, and equipment needs on a daily, weekly and monthly basis with the Project Management Team
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Understanding of water and sewer line installation
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Work with ground personnel in the excavation and installation process of laying pipe online and grade
Education
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Previous experience and knowledge with utilities, pipe and/or related field preferred
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High school diploma or equivalent preferred
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Valid driver's license with the ability to maintain a clean driving history
Skills
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Knowledge of utilities planning and scheduling
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Ability to calculate quantities for materials and supplies
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Ability to effectively supervise small to midsized groups
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Effective communication and organizational skills
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Ability to travel
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Preferred Certifications & Training
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First Aid / CPR
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OSHA 10 and/or 30 hour training
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Effective communication skills (both listening and verbal)
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Good work ethic, professional, and positive attitude
Physical Requirements
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Wears and maintains personal protective equipment (PPE) as required by Company safety guidelines
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Regularly required to lift and /or move up to 50 pounds with or without assistance
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Regularly required to use hands to move and manipulate objects
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Regularly required to communicate (talk and hear)
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Frequently required to stand; walk; sit; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
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Standing/working on feet for long periods, and walking across uneven terrain
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Frequent exposure to loud noise
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Regularly exposed to all outdoor weather conditions, dust, and airborne particles
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Required to work varying hours, overtime as required
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Must comply with the company’s drug and alcohol testing requirements
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Proven track record working safely
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Good work ethic, professional, and positive attitude
Benefits and Perks
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Choice of 3 Medical Plan Options
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Prescription Drug Coverage
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Dental and Vision Plans
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Flexible Spending Account or Health Savings Options
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Access to Telemedicine and Healthcare Advocacy Services
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Employee Assistance Program
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Life and AD&D Insurance
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Disability Insurance
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401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
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Great Starting Rates
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Sign on Bonus of $1,000 will be awarded to all hired candidates after 90 days of employment
Colas Inc. and its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer. For details on the specifics of this commitment, please click here to view the EEO document (https://www.colasusa.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/ColasUSA\_EEOStatement.pdf) . If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to:
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to meet the requirements of the role in which you are applying.
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complete any part of the application process.
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access or use the online application process and need an alternative method for applyi.
Please contact Colas Inc. at 973-290-9082 or send an email to ColasRecruiter@colasinc.com .
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