Paving Foreman

Martin Marietta; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 44,634 - 61,992; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Education/tuition assistance

Wellness programs

Job summary

Martin Marietta is seeking a Paving Lead Person in Colorado Springs, Colorado. This critical role involves providing hands-on leadership to the paving crew for asphalt installation projects. Responsibilities include ensuring safety compliance, training team members, and operating paving equipment.

The ideal candidate has at least 4 years of experience in Asphalt Paving, a high school diploma or GED, and strong knowledge of OSHA and DOT regulations. A competitive salary range of $32.40 - $45 is offered along with a full benefits package.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in Asphalt Paving or Building Materials; previous Supervisory or 'lead' experience is preferred.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs for plant maintenance and equipment servicing.
• Strong hand-eye-foot coordination is essential for operating hand/foot controls.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on leadership to the paving crew, ensuring quality standards.
• Communicate standards of excellence in daily work assignments.
• Aid in training and cross-training of co-workers.
• Inspect mobile equipment for safety hazards and functionality.

Skills

OSHA regulations and compliance

DOT regulations

Mechanical aptitude

Technical aptitude

Computer literacy

Effective communicator (written and spoken)

Strong organizational skills

Strong knowledge of plant components

Education

High school diploma or GED

Relevant experience in lieu of education

Tools

Pavers

Rollers

Skid steers

Backhoes

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

The Paving Lead Person is a critical "working supervisor" role responsible for bridging the gap between management and field operations. This individual provides hands‑on leadership to the paving crew, ensuring that asphalt installation projects are completed safely, on time, and to the highest quality standards. The Lead Person is expected to master the operation of heavy paving equipment while simultaneously coordinating the daily activities of crew members, monitoring safety compliance, and maintaining production efficiency.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Communicate standards of excellence in daily work assignments to ensure the team meets production goals outlined by management.
• Provide input on employee performance evaluations and recommend disciplinary actions or commendations when necessary.
• Aid in the training and cross‑training of co‑workers to ensure a versatile and skilled paving crew.
• Function as a liaison between the crew and the Foreman or Plant Manager, exchanging information regularly regarding job progress and resource needs.
• Operate various paving equipment autonomously, including pavers, rollers, skid steers, and backhoes, with a high degree of precision.
• Inspect all mobile equipment for safety hazards, mechanical issues, and general functionality before and after shifts.
• Work closely with the maintenance team to ensure scheduled and unplanned repairs are completed to minimize downtime.
• Assist in manual tasks such as raking, shoveling, and sweeping to ensure the paving surface meets grade and quality specifications.
• Implement and apply all safety rules and procedures set forth by OSHA and Martin Marietta company policies.
• Perform regular inspections for safety and "housekeeping" (cleanliness) in all areas of the operation.
• Participate in or lead "Toolbox Talks" and plant safety committees to foster a culture of "Zero Incidents."
• Proactively identify and mitigate risks on the job site, ensuring all team members utilize proper PPE.
• Complete daily production, safety and maintenance reports accurately and timely.
• Monitor the asphalt laydown process to ensure product quality meets federal, state, and local agencies (CDOT) standards.
• Adjust equipment programming and crew workflows to maximize daily production without compromising safety or quality.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

High school diploma, GED, or relevant experience

Work Experience

4+ years of experience in Asphalt Paving or Building Materials; previous Supervisory or "lead" experience is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• OSHA regulations and compliance
• DOT regulations
• Mechanical aptitude
• Technical aptitude
• Computer literacy
• Effective communicator (written and spoken)
• Strong organizational skills
• Strong knowledge of plant components

ADDITIONAL DETAILS

Physical Requirements

Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. for plant maintenance and equipment servicing.

Required to bend, stoop, climb, and reach. You must be able to maintain three points of contact when climbing on/off machinery or on ladders.

Strong hand-eye-foot coordination is essential for operating hand/foot controls. You must have good depth perception with or without seeing aid for distances up to 150 feet.

Working Conditions

All duties require outside assignments and require periods of work in all weather conditions, cold, wet, dry and dusty. Must be able to work in areas where noise levels are up to 85 dbs.

Compensation and Benefits

The hiring range for this position is $32.40 -$45 exclusive of benefits or bonuses (discretionary and non-discretionary). The offered base compensation will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, business need, market conditions, proficiencies, skills, education, and experience. Additionally, at Martin Marietta we place a high value on internal pay equity and will consider the compensation for those in similarly situated roles and direct team members. The hiring range for this role represents the base compensation we expect to pay for the position at time of hire and does not represent the total possible base pay of the position.

In addition to our base compensation, we also offer a competitive benefits package for full‑time employees, including medical, dental and vision coverage; prescription drug coverage; health savings accounts; flexible spending accounts; life, AD&D and disability insurance; 401(k) with a company match and an employer‑funded defined benefit pension plan. Other benefits include paid time off, paid holidays, education/tuition assistance, an employee discount program, adoption assistance, wellness programs and more.

Part time employees are eligible to participate in the 401k plan and receive a company match. In addition, they are eligible to start accruing service for the pension plan.