Grading Foreman – Field Operations Lead

Evolving Solution Services; Union Grove (WI); On-site; USD 48,216 - 61,992; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Retirement plan with company match

Paid holidays

Job summary

Asphalt Contractors, Inc., based in Union Grove, Wisconsin, is seeking an experienced Grading Foreman to lead field grading operations on commercial and municipal projects across southeast Wisconsin.

This hands-on role requires operating grading equipment and directing crews, ensuring safety, quality, and on-time production while reading plans. Competitive hourly wages and strong benefits accompany a path for advancement.

Qualifications

• Previous grading foreman or heavy civil construction leadership experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of grading operations and site preparation for paving and concrete work.
• Experience operating multiple types of heavy equipment.
• Ability to read blueprints, site plans, and grade stakes.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to lead crews and make decisions in the field.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• CDL is a plus.
• English communication skills required for jobsite coordination and safety compliance.
• Competitive hourly compensation based on experience.
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Retirement plan with company match.
• Paid holidays.
• Advancement opportunities within a growing company.

Responsibilities

• Operate grading and earthmoving equipment including graders, dozers, excavators, loaders, and skid steers.
• Direct and coordinate daily grading crew operations on active construction sites.
• Prepare subgrades and stone base to meet project elevations and tolerances.
• Review site plans, grades, and project requirements prior to and during construction.
• Coordinate with paving, milling, trucking, and concrete crews to maintain workflow and schedules.
• Identify and resolve field issues related to grading, drainage, compaction, or site conditions.
• Monitor production, workmanship quality, and crew performance throughout the project.
• Conduct daily safety discussions and enforce company and OSHA safety standards.
• Complete daily reporting related to labor, equipment usage, site conditions, and production progress.
• Assist with equipment inspections and communicate repair or maintenance needs.

Skills

Grading operations

Equipment operation

Blueprint reading

Team leadership

Communication

Field safety

Job description

Asphalt Contractors, Inc., based in Union Grove, Wisconsin, is seeking an experienced Grading Foreman to lead field grading operations on commercial and municipal projects across southeast Wisconsin.

This hands-on role requires operating grading equipment and directing crews, ensuring safety, quality, and on-time production while reading plans. Competitive hourly wages and strong benefits accompany a path for advancement.