Grading Superintendent

CONSTRUCTORS, Inc.; Nebraska; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plans

PAID Holidays

Insurance Benefits

Wellness Program

PAID Time Off

On the Job Training

Job summary

A leading heavy construction firm in Nebraska is seeking a skilled supervisor to coordinate field activities in heavy highway construction. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, extensive construction experience, and a valid driver's license. Responsibilities include supervising the crew's safety, ensuring work meets project specifications, and managing equipment operations. This position offers competitive benefits and the opportunity for on-the-job training.

Qualifications

• Three years of previous heavy highway construction experience.
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• Knowledge of safety and operational procedures.

Responsibilities

• Supervise activities of assigned field employees.
• Coordinate safety and scheduling in projects.
• Monitor equipment maintenance and operation.

Skills

Reading and interpreting plans and specifications

Knowledge of heavy equipment

Safety management

Bilingual in English & Spanish

Education

High school diploma or GED

Three years heavy highway construction experience

Tools

Excavators

Loaders

Dozers

Motor graders

Job description

Company Background Constructors Inc., an affiliated NEBCO Company, is one of the largest heavy highway paving, asphalt paving and concrete paving companies in southeastern Nebraska. For more information about Constructors, visit www.constructorslincoln.com.

NEBCO, Inc. NEBCO’s story has been one of longevity, diversity and continued growth. NEBCO is a fourth-generation, family-owned and operated business, with more than 1,100 employees spanning 50 locations across Nebraska. Since 1908 NEBCO has grown to become one of Nebraska’s most diversified and successful privately-owned businesses. For more information about NEBCO, visit www.nebcoinc.com.

Job Summary

Directly supervise and coordinate activities of assigned field employees assigned to grading in a heavy highway construction environment. Provides leadership and is responsible for safety, scheduling, workforce planning, coordinating, supervising and cost control. Abides by Company Safety Program and Policies, while performing duties safely. Reliable attendance is required. Please note work may be away from home requiring overnight stays possibly a week at a time or longer.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible and accountable for the safety of assigned crew members.
• Oversees and coordinates the activities of field employees while assessing competency of the capabilities and needs of the crew.
• Monitors work and ensures work performed meets project plans and specifications.
• Oversees, operates, and monitors maintenance of equipment related to moving dirt, including excavators, loaders, dozers, and motor graders.
• Oversees and performs setup and use of stringless grading GPS or UTS systems.
• Identifies needs and deficiencies in the schedule and communicates these to the appropriate people.
• Reads grade stakes and uses grade hubs for sub-grade preparation.
• Communicates with appropriate people about any needs, concerns, etc.
• Assists in accident investigation.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education and/or Experience

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and
• Three years of previous heavy highway construction experience; or
• An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Previous Asphalt and Concrete Paving experience preferred.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Valid driver's license. Must be insurable.

Skills and Abilities

• Must be able to secure equipment, loading and unloading equipment and cleaning the equipment.
• Ability to read, analyze, interpret and accurately obtain necessary information from related source documents/data such as design plans and specifications, and other reference materials.
• Knowledge of project construction scope and objectives.
• Working knowledge of types of equipment necessary for production—trimmers, motor grader, etc.
• Familiarity with NDOR and City of Lincoln specifications for subgrade preparation, foundation course and fine grading.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Bilingual in English & Spanish is preferred, but not necessary.

Benefits Include

• Retirement Plans
• PAID Holidays
• Insurance Benefits
• Wellness Program - with the opportunity to earn five additional days off.
• PAID Time Off
• On the Job Training

Condition of Employment

Candidate is required to meet the above qualifications, task frequency and PPE requirements. Approval of pre-employment reference & background checks, and post offer drug/alcohol testing with back screens (if required) are required as conditions of employment. This also applies to all transfers, fit-for-duty and return to work programs.

Accessibility

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Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

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