Grading Foreman

Duininck Companies; Willmar, Northern (MN, KY); Hybrid; USD 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Paid Time Off

Company vehicle

Health Plans

Dental & Vision Plans

Life insurance

Short-Term Disability

PPE provided

401K with company match

Job summary

Duininck Companies seeks a Grading Foreman to plan each day, clearly communicate tasks to the crew, supervise grading operations, and ensure safe, high‑quality execution of heavy civil work on our asphalt and road projects.

As a working foreman you will coordinate crews, review time sheets, address issues with HR when needed, maintain equipment readiness, interact professionally with the public, and be prepared to travel to job sites across Texas with possible overnight stays.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of related skill, knowledge and experience in heavy civil operations construction.

Responsibilities

• Plan out each day and communicate to the crew members what activities are to be accomplished.

Skills

Safety awareness

Blueprints reading

Communication

Time management

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Tools

OSHA certification

First Aid & CPR

Confined Space

Competent Person

Asbestos

Job description

Current Openings - Construction & Materials

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.
• 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. If you would like more information on your EEO rights under the law, click here.