Earthwork Crew Foreman

Cityhillconstruction; Village of Penn Yan, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance including Vision and

Dental

401(k) with employer match

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Competitive pay based on experience

Job summary

Cityhillconstruction in New York is seeking an Earthwork Crew Foreman who combines hands-on heavy equipment expertise with strong leadership to direct a crew on job sites. You will oversee excavation, grading, and material handling, read site plans, and coordinate daily production with the Project Manager while enforcing OSHA safety standards and mentoring crew members.

The role requires minimum 5 years operating heavy equipment and prior supervisory experience, a high school diploma or

Qualifications

• Proven experience operating heavy equipment, minimum 5 years.
• Prior experience leading or supervising a construction crew.
• Strong knowledge of excavation, grading, and earthwork practices.
• Strong work ethic and ability to lift 50+ pounds.
• Must follow established regulations and advocate for safety on each worksite.
• Must be able to pass Pre-Employment and Random Drug Test(s).
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct an earthwork crew on daily job site operations
• Operate heavy equipment as needed, including excavators, dozers, and loaders
• Coordinate excavation, grading, and material handling tasks to meet project specifications
• Read and interpret site plans, grades, and blueprints to guide crew work
• Communicate daily production goals and job progress to the Project Manager
• Enforce safety standards and OSHA compliance on site
• Inspect equipment and job site conditions to identify and correct hazards
• Train and mentor crew members on proper equipment operation and best practices

Skills

Leadership

Heavy equipment operation

Blueprints interpretation

Problem solving

Crew communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Excavators

Dozers

Loaders

Job description

We are growing and looking to add an Earthwork Crew Foreman. The ideal candidate combines hands-on heavy equipment expertise with strong leadership skills, capable of directing crew members while operating various pieces of earthmoving equipment. This role requires strong attention to detail, excellent problem-solving skills, while maintaining a safe, productive working environment. This position will oversee daily field operations on job sites, coordinating tasks such as excavation, grading, and material handling, while ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and to project specifications.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and direct an earthwork crew on daily job site operations
• Operate heavy equipment as needed, including excavators, dozers, and loaders
• Coordinate excavation, grading, and material handling tasks to meet project specifications
• Read and interpret site plans, grades, and blueprints to guide crew work
• Communicate daily production goals and job progress to the Project Manager
• Enforce safety standards and OSHA compliance on site
• Inspect equipment and job site conditions to identify and correct hazards
• Train and mentor crew members on proper equipment operation and best practices

Skills:

• Strong leadership and crew management ability
• Proficient operating heavy equipment, including excavators, dozers, and loaders
• Ability to read and interpret site plans, grades, and blueprints
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Effective communication with crew members, Project Managers, and other trades on site

Requirements:

• Proven experience operating heavy equipment, minimum 5 years
• Prior experience leading or supervising a construction crew
• Strong knowledge of excavation, grading, and earthwork practices
• Strong work ethic and physical ability to lift 50+ pounds
• Must follow established regulations and advocate for safety on each worksite
• Must be able to pass Pre-Employment and Random Drug Test(s)
• High school diploma or equivalent

• - Competitive pay based on experience
• - Health insurance including Vision and Dental
• - 401(k) with employer match
• - Paid holidays
• - Paid vacation

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.