Asphalt Paving Foreman

Knife River Corporation; Casper (WY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Knife River Corporation in Casper, Wyoming, seeks an Asphalt Paving Foreman for a full-time position involving travel to various job sites. Candidates should possess at least five years of paving and foreman experience, along with strong communication skills and a valid driver's license.

This role includes supervising a paving crew, ensuring quality control, and operating heavy construction equipment. Knife River values its employees, focusing on safety and community building.

Qualifications

• Five or more years of proven paving and foreman experience.
• Valid driver's license.
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written).

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate activities of workers.
• Monitor quality control of paving operations.
• Operate paving equipment and ensure material accuracy.

Skills

Communication skills

Ability to work independently

Knowledge of asphalt paving

Knowledge of safety standards

Ability to read blueprints

Job description

At Knife River, we take care of our team because we know it's our people who make us successful. We are one of the 10 largest construction materials producers/contractors in the Country, and we are a PEOPLE-first company. Our team members are the key to our success, and we are committed to giving them the tools, training, and time to do their jobs productively and safely each day. Our goal is to build strong teams that, in turn, build strong communities. We are also a publicly traded company on the NYSE with the ticker symbol KNF and part of the S&P MidCap 400 index.

We are looking for an Asphalt Paving Foreman to join our team!

Knife River Casper is accepting applications for an Asphalt Paving Foreman. This is a full‑time position that requires travel to out of town sites.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate activities of workers.
• Oversee progress and efficient utilization of paving crew and equipment.
• Establish and maintain a working relationship with fellow Foreman and Superintendents.
• Oversee proper equipment maintenance and report equipment repairs to general superintendent and mechanic shop.
• Monitor the layout, placement, and compaction of materials.
• Monitor quality control.
• Verify measurements, slope and thickness for compliance.
• Communicate with persons outside of the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public and other external sources in an appropriate and professional manner.
• Read and relay job‑related information from work orders, plans, or contracts to asphalt crew.
• Operate the paving equipment, facilitate alignment, movement, or adjustment of machinery, equipment, or materials.
• Correctly calculate and order job materials as necessary.
• Timely and regular attendance is essential.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Skills

• Act courteous and respectful of others with ability to maintain positive customer relations.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to work in all weather conditions for extended periods of time, including nights and weekends as needed.
• Knowledge of asphalt paving construction, material, repair, and maintenance procedures and techniques.
• Knowledge of safety standards, regulations, and best construction practices.
• Knowledge of the operation of heavy highway construction and maintenance equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret maps, engineering drawings, and blueprints relative to road and bridge construction, maintenance, and repair.

Minimum Qualifications

• Five (5) years or more of proven paving and foreman experience.
• Supervisory and strong communication skills (verbal and written) as well as basic computer skills.
• Valid driver's license.
• Must pass a pre‑employment drug screen.

Knife River is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status or any other protected category under applicable state/federal law.

Subject to pre‑employment drug testing and background checks.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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