Lead Fence Technician/Driver

Primary Purpose

The Lead Fence Technician coordinates and oversees the activities of associates in the Fence department engaged in installation/repair of fence products. Work is performed under general direction of the branch Fence Supervisor or Manager.

Essential Functions

• Coordinates work activity for Fence Technicians, Fence Helpers, and Fence Branch associates; participates in the work as needed.
• Estimates the time and material costs required for projected fence jobs; keeps cost and job records and submits reports; initiates requisitions for supplies, tools, and equipment.
• Conducts periodic inspections and gives on-site supervision over hazardous or unusual work assignments; assures availability of equipment, materials, and supplies.
• Trains and instructs fence department associates on detailed procedures.
• Participates in the counseling/coaching and recruiting/staffing process.
• Trains personnel in the safe operation of equipment and tools.
• Conducts safety tailgates meetings/maintains training records and helps to enforce safety regulations, rules, and working conditions.
• Conduct daily pre-shift vehicle inspection & report deficiencies to shop immediately.
• Conduct daily inspection of all tools assigned to the truck to ensure safety and proper working condition.
• Check loads to ensure that truck has all material (fence panels, poles, etc.) and tools needed to complete service tickets.
• Meet with site superintendent (or other designated representative) to confirm work order.
• Maintain telephone or radio contact with supervisor to receive additional instructions, changes to work locations, etc.
• Unload all fence materials and install fence panels, with appropriate tools, at work site in accordance with pre-determined specifications.
• Locate, measure and mark location for placement of panels & installation.
• Coordinate the workload and the efforts of the fence helper.
• Examine and inspect work progress, equipment & work site to ensure that specifications are met.
• Records information such as personnel, production and operational data on specified forms and submit to Fence Manager at end of each shift.
• Follows all established safety rules & regulations.
• Special projects as assigned by management.
• Operate fence vehicle to and from pre-designated work sites.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of commercial driving experience.
• Two years of general labor experience.
• Valid Commercial Driver's license (CDL Class C).
• Excellent time management, customer service and communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines.