Asphalt Foreman

Kokosing; Westerville (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Kokosing is seeking an experienced Asphalt Foreman in Westerville, Ohio, responsible for supervising asphalt paving operations. Candidates need at least 3 years of experience with laydown machinery, rollers, and milling, along with a high school diploma or equivalent. The role requires strong knowledge of paving methods and safety practices. A valid driver's license is necessary, while a CDL is preferred. Join a top general contractor known for quality in construction.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of asphalt paving experience with hands-on work.
• Experience leading a paving crew strongly preferred.
• Valid driver's license; CDL preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily activities of an asphalt paving crew.
• Oversee operations such as laydown, compaction, and milling.
• Inspect asphalt surface quality and communicate with stakeholders.

Skills

Asphalt paving methods knowledge

Traffic control procedures knowledge

Safety knowledge

Education

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent technical training

Tools

Laydown machines

Rollers

Milling equipment

Job description

Job Description

Kokosing (www.kokosing.biz) is one of America's 40 largest General Contractors and services a broad spectrum of clients in both the private and public business sectors. Kokosing's services include heavy civil/industrial construction such as highways, bridges, underground utilities, water/wastewater facilities, and marine construction. For over 70 years, Kokosing has successfully attracted the most qualified technical personnel in the construction industry by offering visible challenges, superior quality, and attractive rewards. With over $2.8 billion in annual sales and a commitment to its workforce, Kokosing is the winning team.

Asphalt Foreman Job Description

Summary

• Supervise and coordinate the daily activities of an asphalt paving crew, including laydown, compaction, milling, and clean-up operations.
• Must be able to work nights and weekends as required.
• Responsible for the safety of the crew and the quality of asphalt workmanship on every project.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Oversee daily paving operations including hot mix asphalt (HMA) laydown, rolling/compacting, milling, and surface preparation activities.
• Direct crew members on proper asphalt placement techniques, joint construction, and achieving specified mat thickness and density.
• Coordinate with the asphalt plant operator on scheduled load times, mix type, and tonnage requirements to keep the paving train moving efficiently.
• Develop and review trucking schedules to ensure continuous material flow and minimize paving interruptions.
• Inspect asphalt surface quality throughout the shift — monitor mat temperature, compaction patterns, and finish to meet project specifications.
• Communicate with owners, inspectors, and engineers regarding paving schedules, mix designs, and quality standards.
• Ensure proper traffic control setup and maintenance throughout all paving and milling operations.
• Perform minor maintenance and cleaning of paving equipment, rollers, and hand tools.
• Ability to perform field calculations for areas, tonnage, and volume.
• Measure distances from grade stakes, drive stakes, and check grade from string line to verify paving elevation and cross slope.

Education And Experience

• Minimum 3 years of asphalt paving experience, including hands-on work with laydown machines, rollers, and milling equipment.
• Experience leading or directing a paving crew strongly preferred.
• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent technical training and related experience required.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Strong knowledge of asphalt paving methods, mix types, and compaction standards.
• Must have working knowledge of traffic control procedures and zone setup.
• Solid safety knowledge with the ability to enforce safe work practices on an active paving site.
• Must have a valid driver's license — CDL preferred.

Kokosing is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action federal and state contractor. The company does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class.