VSC Fire and Security in Jackson, Mississippi is seeking candidates for the position of Foreman.

 What we offer:

• Excellent pay $35.00 - $45.00 and up based on experience
• Overtime eligible
• Company vehicle and fuel card for applicable positions
• Company cell phone and/or tablet for applicable positions
• Paid vacation and company holidays
• Medical, dental and vision insurance options for you and your family
• Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Company paid life insurance for full time employees
• Employee apparel program
• Company paid long term disability insurance
• Bonus for referring new employees
• Parental leave for full-time employees
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Boot Allowance
• NICET certification test reimbursement
• Opportunities for training and advancement
• All needed Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) provided

 What you need:

• Two to three years of experience in installation of fire sprinkler systems, pipefitting, or fire protection codes and standards.
• Proficient in following written and verbal instructions, with exceptional attention to detail and communication skills.
• Ability to establish productivity onsite and set goals for employees to meet deadlines.
• Competent in reading plans, documents, and to discern colors for safety signage.
• Eagerness for professional development and growth.
• Ability to pass various background checks.
• Reliable transportation, valid State Driver's License with acceptable driving record for use of company vehicle.
• Desirable (but not required):
  • Pipefitter Apprentice Program (Levels 1-4) with Journeyman certification
  • First AID/CPR Certification.
  • OSHA 30 Certification.

 Arkansas - AR State Fitters license or minimum of 4 years of experience in installation of fire sprinkler systems, pipefitting, or fire protection codes and standards.

 What you will do:

• Conducts daily site inspections for methods of handling, storing, installation, and testing of all materials and performance of the site.
• Follows designed plans, communicates needed design change to fit actual site requirements.
• Responsible for materials delivered to site and for minor fabrication on job site, and documenting change orders.
• Leads an installation team and may have responsibility for a large job with multiple crews on location, conducts weekly safety meetings with team(s).

Michels Underground Cable, Inc. 

Installing underground cables for power transmission, power distribution, renewable energy and communication networks is a necessary step in hardening the electrical grid, delivering reliable communication networks, and integrating renewable energy into our existing systems. Michels Underground Cable, Inc. is one of the most trusted underground line and duct bank contractors in the United States. We do it all – from directly burying or installing protective casing for solid and stranded conductors and copper, fiber optic and coaxial cable. Our work improves lives. Find out how a career at Michels Underground Cable, Inc. can change yours. 

As an Underground Power and Communications Foreman, your key responsibilities will be to manage a crew, direct activities of workers concerned with underground power construction projects. 

Why Michels Underground Cable, Inc.? 

• Customers trust us to build cables that will be out of sight, but in high demand 

• Our steady, strategic growth revolves around a commitment to quality 

• We are family owned and operated 

• We invest an average of $5,000 per employee on training each year 

• We perform challenging, meaningful work that improves the world 

• We believe everyone is responsible for promoting safety, regardless of job title 

• We are a part of the Michels family of companies – one of North America’s largest, most diversified energy and infrastructure contractors 

• We offer a comprehensive benefits program, including Health, Dental, Life, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account, Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance, 401(k) plan, Legal Plan, and Identity Theft and Monitoring Plan.  Depending on your positions and location you may participate in a different benefit plan.  

Why you? 

• You like to surround yourself with dedicated, value-driven people 

• You relish new challenges and evolving technology  

• You cringe when you hear: “Because that’s the way we’ve always done it.” 

• You like to know your efforts are noticed and appreciated 

• You want to make your own decisions, but know support is always available 

• You want to work to make a difference in people’s lives 

What it takes? 

• 3-5 years of underground power and communications experience 

• Navigate, run and operate various pieces of heavy equipment  

• Demonstrates reliability, knowledge and accountability 

• Willingness to work under a union collective bargaining agreement  

• A valid driver license for the type(s) of vehicles you may be driving and an acceptable driving record 

• Commercial Driver’s License (desired)