Grade Crew Foreman

• Directly supervises grading crew, and reports work to Superintendent.
• Responsible for schedule and organize day to day operations for grading/pipe/construction crews.
• Instruct, train, and monitor employees in the performance of their duties and in the proper use of equipment.
• Directs grading, milling, and trucking to create a smooth efficient workplace.
• Work with project managers, engineers, technicians, and surveyors to implement construction plans.
• Estimate time and resource requirements for projects.
• Maintain records of equipment, supplies, and labor hours for projects.
• Coordinate ordering of equipment and materials.
• Ensure operators properly maintain and thoroughly clean equipment and hand tools.

• High School diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
• 3 years+ experience as a Foreperson in heavy construction industry is preferred.
• CDL Preferred.
• Heavy equipment experience is preferred, such as with the following: motor grader, loader, skidsteer, excavator, dozers, roller, and scraper.
• Machine control a plus.
• Knowledge of materials and testing.

• Must be 18 years in age or older.
• Must pass pre-employment physical, drug screen and criminal background check.
• Report to the job site dressed appropriately and ready to begin work at the designated start time.
• Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Willingness to work independently within in a team environment and assist the team with other duties as required.
• Ability to work under occasional supervision.
• Superior organizational skills and detail oriented to ensure accuracy and quality.
• Must uphold company values and have a positive attitude with employees, subcontractors, and clients.
• Must be knowledgeable of OSHA, and MSHA regulations.
• Adaptability and flexibility to manage deadline pressure.
• Ability to independently prioritize and manage multiple tasks/projects and meet deadlines.
• Individuals are required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) in designated operations and production areas as stated by OSHA and/or MSHA. PPE may be required, but not limited to, for this position: Face Shield, Safety (hard toe) Shoes, and Coveralls.
• Must be willing to travel and work away from home when required, up to 75% of the time.

• Knowledge of the areas of dirt work, including excavation, grade work, surveying, and final excavating work.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a team in a fast-paced and complex environment.
• To perform this job successfully, an individual should be able to work in constant exposure to the outside elements, in all weather conditions.
• Ability to work in a safety sensitive construction setting, including exposure to moving machinery and heavy equipment.
• Ability to write simple correspondence.

• Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to needs.
• Teamwork - Contributes to building a positive team spirit.
• Judgment - Exhibits sound and accurate judgment.
• Planning/Organizing - Uses time efficiently.
• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Accepts responsibility for own actions.
• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time.
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals.
• Initiative - Asks for and offers help when needed; able to consistently work independently.
• Innovation - Generates suggestions for improving work.
• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, talk, or listen. 
• The employee is frequently required to sit, climb, and use hands to handle or feel. 
• The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, crawl, kneel, bend, and reach with hands and arms above their shoulders. 
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move from 35 to 50 lbs. 
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• A diverse and inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

United Companies, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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