Grading Superintendent-Austin, TX

Texas Materials Group, Inc; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical and dental benefits

Retirement savings program

Wellness programs

Job summary

Texas Materials, a CRH company, seeks a front-line supervisor to oversee grading crews in the Austin area. You will coordinate, plan, and supervise grading operations, operate grading equipment, inspect gear, and ensure safety and on-schedule delivery.

Travel within Central Texas is expected. Candidates should have 3-5 years of finish grade experience with excavators or motor graders, plus the ability to read project plans and stakes.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years' experience in finish or fine grade operation with an excavator, motor grader, or related experience and training
• Knowledge of surveying and GPS/robotics is beneficial
• Must understand grade stakes and be able to read project plans and specs
• Valid Driver's license required; travel may be required

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, plan and supervise grading crews to complete work safely and on schedule
• Operate rough grade, finish grade, slope work and other excavating operations
• Inspect equipment before and after shifts and report maintenance needs
• Inform Superintendent of material, equipment, and staffing needs to avoid delays
• Complete paperwork in a timely manner and maintain safety records
• Oversee grading work to meet specifications and standards
• Travel around Austin and Central Texas as needed

Skills

Grade stakes

Team player

Attendance & safety

Plan reading

Driver's license

Travel

Tools

GPS knowledge

Robotics exposure

Job description

Job ID: 526324

Texas Materials, A CRH company, is a leading supplier of aggregates, asphalt, ready mixed concrete, and paving and construction services in Texas. Our focus is to provide quality products and reliable customer service with a safety-first mindset. We consider our employees our greatest strength and we make it our priority to invest in their development and well-being. When you work for Texas Materials, you are helping to support and build the infrastructure of Texas.

Position Overview

This is a management position requiring the employee to supervise and coordinate the activities of the Grading Crew.

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

• Coordinating, planning, and supervising grading crews to ensure that work is completed safely, efficiently, and on schedule.
• Operating equipment to perform rough grade, finish grade, slope work and other excavating operations.
• Inspect equipment prior to use and at the end of the shift.
• Inform the Superintendent of all construction needs (material, equipment, and staffing) promptly to avoid delays.
• Complete all paperwork in a timely manner.
• Inspect all grading work throughout the construction process to ensure it meets specifications.
• The ability to operate other types of equipment is preferred.
• Regular and timely attendance
• Motor grader experience preferred
• Frontline safety responsibilities and management for the crew and the jobsite

Qualifications

Education/Experience

• 3-5 years' experience in finish or fine grade operation with an excavator, motor grader, or related experience and training

Knowledge of surveying and exposure to technical survey systems such as GPS and robotics.

Oversee Grading Crews

Travel around Austin and Central Texas area

Knowledge/Skill Requirements

• Ability to understand grade stakes.
• Must be a reliable and trustworthy individual who will be a team player.
• Must maintain good attendance and safety record.
• Capability to read and understand project plans and specifications.
• Must be productive during each shift and be willing to meet the goals that are set.Valid Driver's license required
• Travel may be required

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What CRH/Texas Materials Offers You

• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion
• Competitive base pay
• Medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

For more information visit: www.crh.com

Equal Opportunity Employer

Texas Materials, a CRH Company, is an affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.