Foreman - Heavy Highway Grade Division

S.T. Wooten Corporation; Sanford (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

S.T. Wooten Corporation in Apex, NC and Sanford, NC is seeking a Heavy Highway Grade Division Foreman to oversee projects, crews and equipment on time and within budget.

Primary duties include supervising and directing crews, enforcing safety, coordinating with project managers, maintaining records, and ensuring compliance with NCDOT and other authorities. Candidates should have at least 3 years in heavy highway construction and GPS experience; a valid NC driver license is required.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Valid NC Driver License and clean driving record.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in heavy highway construction.
• GPS experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, direct and motivate crew to assure completion of assigned project as instructed by the superintendent, assistant superintendent, and/or the project manager.
• Ensure that new personnel are adequately trained in company policies, safety requirements and job responsibilities.
• Conduct thorough periodic evaluation of assigned personnel with special emphasis on their contribution to the company and our contribution to them.
• Assist and direct crews in proper use of equipment, improving job performance, controlling cost and quality of work, increasing productivity, improving communication and housekeeping on project.
• Perform equipment inspections, request maintenance and repairs following the company TPR program.
• Monitor crews and maintain regular work hours. Maintain daily payroll records and log hours worked for each employee assigned to you.
• Maintain detailed daily diary, recording conversations, weather conditions and events which could be used for future reference.
• Complete all required daily reports, verify their accuracy and transmit promptly to the superintendent, assistant superintendent, and/or project manager.
• Insure all work complies with local laws, NCDOT requirements, ordinances, EPA regulations or other governing authority (i.e. OSHA, MSHA, etc.). This includes all subcontractors working on your project.
• Insure all work is performed with emphasis on safety utilizing daily huddle meetings to communicate potential hazards. Insist upon compliance of all safety regulations. Conduct weekly tool box meetings with safety on the agenda. Will be held responsible for safety of the crew.
• Maintain good relations with general public, engineers, architects, inspectors and customers to facilitate job progress and to promote a positive company image. Develop a courteous and considerate attitude toward these groups.
• Encourage the development of corporate unity, insuring team spirit and pride throughout the company.
• Perform additional duties as required in the operations of the project or as directed by the superintendent, assistant superintendent, and/or project manager.
• Must have regular and predictable attendance.

Job description

JOB AREA: Apex, NC and Sanford, NC areas

POSITIONS: 1

Primary Function

The efficient management of assigned projects or operations. Position has direct responsibility for personnel, equipment, scheduling, safety, quality workmanship and completion of assigned projects on time and within estimated budget.

Essential Duties

Heavy Highway Grade Division Foreman

• Supervise, direct and motivate crew to assure completion of assigned project as instructed by the superintendent, assistant superintendent, and/or the project manager.
• Ensure that new personnel are adequately trained in company policies, safety requirements and job responsibilities.
• Conduct thorough periodic evaluation of assigned personnel with special emphasis on their contribution to the company and our contribution to them.
• Assist and direct crews in proper use of equipment, improving job performance, controlling cost and quality of work, increasing productivity, improving communication and housekeeping on project.
• Perform equipment inspections, request maintenance and repairs following the company TPR program.
• Monitor crews and maintain regular work hours. Maintain daily payroll records and log hours worked for each employee assigned to you.
• Maintain detailed daily diary, recording conversations, weather conditions and events which could be used for future reference.
• Complete all required daily reports, verify their accuracy and transmit promptly to the superintendent, assistant superintendent, and/or project manager.
• Insure all work complies with local laws, NCDOT requirements, ordinances, EPA regulations or other governing authority (i.e. OSHA, MSHA, etc.). This includes all subcontractors working on your project.
• Insure all work is performed with emphasis on safety utilizing daily huddle meetings to communicate potential hazards. Insist upon compliance of all safety regulations. Conduct weekly tool box meetings with safety on the agenda. Will be held responsible for safety of the crew.
• Maintain good relations with general public, engineers, architects, inspectors and customers to facilitate job progress and to promote a positive company image. Develop a courteous and considerate attitude toward these groups.
• Encourage the development of corporate unity, insuring team spirit and pride throughout the company.
• Perform additional duties as required in the operations of the project or as directed by the superintendent, assistant superintendent, and/or project manager.
• Must have regular and predictable attendance.

Education

Minimum Requirements

• Must be a minimum of 21 years old.
• Valid NC Driver License and clean driving record.

Work Experience

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in heavy highway construction and commercial grade. Have equipment knowledge.
• Experience grading. GPS experience.
• Experience with NCDOT and/or Federal projects desired, but not required

Heavy Physical Demands

Heavy physical effort required including pulling and lifting or moving light weight material with occasional lifting or moving materials or equipment (over 80 pounds). If a position specific Physical Demands sheet is attached, it will describe in more detail the physical demands that are required.

Physical Activity

Position requires the ability to continuously work around noise, dust, heat, cold, oil, and heavy equipment. Personal protective equipment may be required. Position requires ability to exchange ideas quickly and clearly and the ability to receive and evaluate detailed information and instructions.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the position. All employees may have other duties assigned at any time.