Lead Grading Foreman - GPS and Safety Focus

Knife River; Kalispell (MT); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Knife River is seeking a Grading Foreman to lead our grading operations. This full-time position requires overseeing all grading activities, coordinating with subcontractors, trucking and the plant, and performing duties under tight deadlines and challenging conditions.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years of grading experience, strong supervisory and verbal/written communication skills, GPS setup capability, and a solid commitment to safety and quality. Travel and extreme weather should be expected.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of proven Grading experience.
• Supervisory and strong communication skills (verbal and written) as well as basic computer skills
• Knowledge of all grading and paving equipment and operations
• Valid Montana driver's license and clean driving record
• Strong commitment to quality, safety and customer satisfaction
• Reading and understanding plans
• Know how to set up and run GPS systems
• Finish blading with GPS controls

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of Grading operations
• Efficient at multi-tasking and working under short time constraints
• Assure that all safety and quality measures are taken
• Coordinate with others including subcontractors, trucking and plant and perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Grading experience

Supervisory skills

Communication skills

GPS operation

Reading plans

Safety awareness

Team coordination

Computer basics

Tools

GPS systems

Job description

Knife River is seeking a Grading Foreman to lead our grading operations. This full-time position requires overseeing all grading activities, coordinating with subcontractors, trucking and the plant, and performing duties under tight deadlines and challenging conditions.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years of grading experience, strong supervisory and verbal/written communication skills, GPS setup capability, and a solid commitment to safety and quality. Travel and extreme weather should be expected.