Grading Foreman

Duininck Inc.; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Company vehicle

Health insurance

Dental & Vision

Life insurance

Short-Term Disability

PPE provided

401K with match

Job summary

Duininck Inc. is seeking a Grading Foreman to lead grading crews on year-round infrastructure projects across Texas and Oklahoma. This working foreman position requires heavy equipment operation and the ability to schedule daily activities.

You will ensure safety procedures, coordinate workers, review time sheets, and liaise with maintenance and HR as needed. A competitive benefits package accompanies this role, including PTO, health, life and 401(k) with match.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of related skill, knowledge and experience in heavy civil operations construction.
• Must be able to read, understand and apply information obtained from blueprints, surveys and job specifications.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Plan out each day and communicate to the crew members what activities are to be accomplished.
• Ensure that proper safety and incident reporting procedures are followed; report issues to management as needed.
• Coordinate, direct and lead workers engaged in construction activities.
• Supervise crews to obtain top quality workmanship, efficiency, morale and teamwork.
• Review and verify employee time sheets for accuracy before submitting to timekeepers/payroll.
• Address worker issues and coordinate with HR on harassment cases.

Skills

Coordination

Time management

Active listening

Reasoning

Blueprint reading

Job description

Grading Foreman

Duininck is a fourth-generation, 100-year family-led company built on strong relationships with customers, employees, subcontractors and vendors. We have a diverse portfolio of businesses managing projects at any scale.

Join specialized infrastructure projects across Texas and Oklahoma. You'll produce hot mix asphalt for military runways, construct roads for the Department of Transportation, and handle high-stakes concrete work for aviation and defense facilities. These aren't just jobs; they're careers building America's critical infrastructure.

This year-round full-time position comes with a strong benefits package including:

• Competitive salary range starting at $75,000/year, based on experience and background.
• Paid Time Off.
• Company vehicle or vehicle reimbursement eligible.
• Strong Health Plans to choose from.
• Dental & Vision Plans, Company Paid Life insurance & Short-Term Disability.
• Position specific personal protective equipment provided.
• 401K with company match, and more!

The Grading Foreman will directly supervise and coordinate activities of grading crew, may also engage in the trade work of the employees being supervised. This is a working foreman position. Must be skilled in operating heavy equipment.

The Role:

• Plan out each day and communicate to the crew members what activities are to be accomplished.
• Ensure that proper safety and incident reporting procedures are followed. Bring problems to the attention of the Grading Operations Manager and Safety Manager as needed.
• Coordinate, direct and lead workers engaged in the construction activities.
• Supervise crews to obtain top quality workmanship, efficiency, employee satisfaction, morale, communication, commitment, teamwork and pride.
• Review and verify employee time sheets for accuracy before submitting to the timekeepers/Payroll.
• Analyze and resolve worker issues. If the problems are around harassment, work with Human Resources to develop a plan of action.
• Communicate with maintenance staff about maintenance needs on all major pieces of equipment on assigned jobs.
• Relate to the public and to customers in a professional, courteous and respectful manner.
• Follow daily Foreman procedures and protocols as set forth in orientations and trainings.

Work Environment:

• Walk, bend, kneel, lift, stretch and sit.
• Work outside in all weather conditions.
• Effectively handle lifting and moving various objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Regularly work extended/overtime hours.
• Ability to travel to job sites across North and West Texas; may include frequent overnight stays.

What we Look For:

• Individuals who work safely and have the courage to speak up if you see unsafe behavior or conditions.
• Knowledge of materials, methods and the tools involved in utility construction.
• Strong coordination, time management, active listening and reasoning skills required.
• The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong and to work toward the solution of those issues.
• 3 – 5 years of related skill, knowledge and experience in heavy civil operations construction.
• Must be able to read, understand and apply information obtained from blueprints, surveys and job specifications.
• Valid driver's license.
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail.
• Certifications highly recommended: Erosion and Sediment Control, OSHA, First Aid and CPR, Confined Space, Competent Person, Asbestos.

Duininck is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetics, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or citizenship status.

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.