Field Operations Trainee (DOD SkillBridge Program Only)

Allan Myers Inc.; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous benefits

Extensive training

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Allan Myers Inc. is seeking a dedicated Field Operations Trainee in Richmond, Virginia, as part of the DOD SkillBridge Program. This role is crucial for managing crew operations in the heavy civil construction sector, preparing the Trainee for a Field Manager position within 1–2 years.

Responsibilities include ensuring timely attendance of laborers, procuring materials, leading safety meetings, and documenting team performance. Ideal candidates should possess significant management experience and a valid driver’s license, with a strong emphasis on safety practices.

Join a team committed to quality work that positively impacts the community and offers opportunities for growth in your career.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience managing a team of employees.
• Experience in a heavy/civil construction industry preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Ensures laborers report for work on time.
• Procures all necessary materials and equipment.
• Leads team safety meetings for their crew.

Skills

Management experience

Knowledge of heavy equipment

Knowledge of safety practices

Effective communication

Ability to lift heavy objects

Job description

NOTE: This specific job posting is only available for transitioning military service members participating under the DOD SkillBridge Program.

Allan Myers is looking for a hard‑working Field Operations Trainee (SkillBridge) who is eager to learn about the heavy civil construction industry. The Trainee will assist the Crew Leader in managing a crew, conduct morning safety huddles, and effectively communicate with team members. This position is designed to prepare the Trainee for a Field Manager role within a 1–2 year period.

Responsibilities

• Ensures laborers report for work on time and in compliance with all policies regarding appearance and being “fit for work”.
• Procures all necessary materials and equipment.
• Ensures that the work environment is safe for all employees.
• Determines which employees will be responsible for which tasks while on the jobsite.
• Ensures that their laborers’ production is at a sufficient level and maintains documentation for recommending promotions, etc.
• Maintains materials usage documentation.
• Provides initial training for new hires and continual training for all team members.
• Maintains “Image of Excellence” housekeeping. Documents the safety status and overall fitness of all machinery and company equipment under their supervision.
• Communicates with the Equipment Shop on maintenance and repair via email.
• Leads team safety meetings for their crew. Reports incidents and injuries to Superintendent and HSE Team immediately.
• Forwards members’ concerns/complaints to Human Resources. Works with Superintendent on appropriate disciplinary measures.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience managing a team of employees, displaying significant management and leadership experience.
• Experience in a heavy/civil construction industry preferred, but not required.
• Knowledge of heavy equipment, hand-held equipment, and general commercial construction preferred, but not required.
• Knowledge of safety practices within a construction environment preferred, but not required.
• Known for taking action, building consensus, being influential, and making purposeful decisions.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Ability to frequently lift heavy objects over 60lbs.

Overview

Allan Myers is the largest heavy civil construction and materials production contractor in the mid‑Atlantic. We build infrastructure: the highways and bridges that connect cities and towns, the public water and wastewater systems that provide clean water to your home and keep our streams clean. We take pride in meeting the highest quality standards because it ensures our work will have a long‑lasting positive impact on the community. When you get home safe each night, you know that what you did that day matters.

At Allan Myers, you are part of a team dedicated to making things better, including your career. We pay well and provide generous benefits. We offer extensive training and promote from within. If you have the drive, we will help you build a career in the thriving construction industry and reach your full potential.

Allan Myers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.