Geotechnical General Foreman/Field Trainer

Wagman, Inc.; Berryville (VA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Wagman, Inc. in Berryville, Virginia, is hiring a Geotechnical General Foreman/Field Trainer to lead and train field crews on geotechnical projects regionally. You will oversee drilling, micropile and anchor work, and ensure safety and quality on site.

Reporting to the Geotechnical Group operations manager, you will mentor crews, review site plans, coordinate equipment and materials, and enforce Wagman standards while traveling regionally in the Mid-Atlantic.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience in earth retention and foundation construction.
• Ability to read blueprints; leadership; experience running crews; hands-on experience.

Responsibilities

• Trains Geotechnical division workforce in the field, including labor crews and operators.
• Extensive understanding of foundation and earth retention work, drilling equipment, cranes and capabilities.
• Mentors and supervises on-site across various projects.
• Educates field employees in all aspects of the work.
• Coordinate appropriate training with safety departments and training centers.
• Ensures construction operations are safe by Wagman standards.
• Monitors work activities and ensures quality control is consistent.

Skills

Read blueprints

Leadership

Crew supervision

Hands-on experience

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Wagman, Inc.

As an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, it is the policy and employment practice of the Wagman that there will be no discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability in the recruiting of applicants for employment or in the hiring of employees. Wagman's policy of nondiscrimination applies to all work-related actions; including but not limited to employment, promotion, transfer, discharge, training, or retraining under programs to which the company subscribes; recruitment or recruitment advertising. Reasonable accommodations will be made for qualified disabled persons according to existing state and federal law. Requests by qualified disabled persons for reasonable accommodation are encouraged by the company. All employees are requested to encourage women, persons of minority races and disabled persons to apply for employment with the company.

City: Berryville

State/Territory: Virginia

Employment Type Full Time Hourly

Education Requirement: High School graduate or G.E.D. preferred

Experience Requirement: experience in earth retention and foundation construction projects, experience in geotechnical construction

Special Skills: ability to read blue prints; leadership experience; experience running crews; hands on experience tr

Travel Requirement: open to regional travel

Description

Position: Geotechnical General Foreman/Field Trainer

Travel: regional travel required in Mid-Atlantic

Salary: $30 - $50 per hour, 75 - 150k

Reporting to the Geotechnical Group operations manager or Project manager

the Geotechnical Foreman/Group Leader oversees and trains field employees on each project. This position seeks a strong operator who understands drilling and using micropile/anchor drills and grout plants.

This position is subject to drug testing and compliance policies associated with our status as a Federal Contractor.

Wagman is a multi-faceted construction firm with operations in heavy civil, general construction and geotechnical construction services. Founded in 1902, Wagman is a fourth-generation family-owned company with offices in Pennsylvania and Virginia. Wagman Heavy Civil Inc. has grown to become a nationally recognized leader within the industry. Wagman Heavy Civil Inc's core competencies include design-build, infrastructure, marine construction, modified concrete, grooving and grinding and geotechnical construction services.

The breakdown of essential functions is as follows:

Primary

• Trains Geotechnical division work force in the field, to include labor crews, micro pile labor crews, operators, etc.
• Extensive understanding of foundation and earth retention work, drilling equipment, tooling, cranes and their capabilities.
• Provides hands-on mentorship and supervision on site throughout various projects.
• Educates field employees in all aspects of the work.
• Coordinate appropriate training with safety departments and training centers.
• Ensures construction operations are safe by OSHA and Wagman standards.
• Monitors work activities and ensures quality control is consistent.

Additional functions

• Reviews and understands site specific plans and specifications.
• Reviews weekly plans with field supervision (field superintendents and foremen); projects three week look ahead.
• Determines workforce needs and equipment requirements; assists in ordering materials and ensuring proper types.
• Monitors work activities and ensures quality control is consistent.
• Approves hours worked on project as needed; trains foremen in proper submission of field hours.
• Computer literate in Microsoft programs, OnBase, heavy jobs.
• Perform 90 day evaluations; speak with field supervision on crew activity and performance.
• Act as point of contact for field superintendents and facilitate effective communication across projects and locations.

Physical Requirements of the Essential Functions

• Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds from ground level to waist level.
• Must be able to bend, squat, and kneel occasionally throughout a scheduled work shift.
• Must be able to climb ladders.
• Continuous standing and walking required throughout a scheduled work shift.
• Must be able to perform simple grasping and fine manipulation tasks with both hands.
• Must be able to work outdoors in wet, muddy, cold, hot and humid weather.
• Acceptable corrected vision (in both eyes) and acceptable corrected hearing required.

Company Benefits:

Wagman wants to keep employees and their families happy and healthy! We offer a comprehensive benefits package to all full-time employees that includes:

• Medical/Vision/Dental Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Healthcare and Dependent Care
• Company Paid Disability and Life Insurance
• Wellness Programs and Incentives, that include Orthopedic Care
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Matching Contribution
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Training & Development
• Employee Assistance Program
• Adoption Assistance
• 8 Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off

Our Values

Wagman's Core Values of integrity, mutual respect, safety, innovation, sense of urgency, and community are an integral part of every decision and every plan made at Wagman and these values have laid the foundation for our success and longevity for our past, present, and future.

Consistently being recognized with national and regional awards for projects, safety and community is a testament of our commitment to these values. Beyond the buildings and bridges which connect and improve our communities, Wagman has community engagement programs and initiatives which help to build better, for our people.

Wagman Culture

Wagman is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We recognize and value our diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Wagman is proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/. D/V.

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