Working Foreman

Kurtz Bros., Inc.; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Training & advancement

Job summary

Kurtz Bros., Inc. in Greater Cleveland, Ohio seeks a Working Field Supervisor – Erosion Control (SWPPP) to lead outdoor crews, install SWPPP BMPs, and ensure field work meets builder and municipal requirements.

This full-time role blends hands-on field leadership with project coordination, scheduling, and documentation; you will mentor crew members, manage equipment, and help drive safety and quality on multiple residential sites.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of construction experience.
• Previous crew leadership experience.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Comfortable using smartphones and tablets.
• Ability to lift 50+ pounds and work outdoors in all weather.

Responsibilities

• Lead and work alongside an erosion control crew installing and maintaining SWPPP BMPs.
• Install and repair: silt fence; inlet protection; erosion control blanket; temporary seeding and stabilization.
• Ensure work meets builder and municipal requirements.
• Train crew members and maintain productivity.
• Communicate professionally with builder superintendents.
• Solve field issues while keeping projects moving.

Skills

Construction experience

Crew leadership

Driver's license

Tech literacy

Physical strength

Education

OSHA 10/30

Tools

Jobber

Job description

Overview

Position: Working Field Supervisor – Erosion Control (SWPPP)

Location: Greater Cleveland, Ohio

Job Type: Full-Time

Salary: $60,000–$75,000 per year (based on experience) + performance bonus

About Us

We are a growing erosion control contractor serving many of Northeast Ohio's largest home builders. Our work focuses on installing and maintaining Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) Best Management Practices (BMPs) on residential construction sites.

We are looking for a dependable, hands-on leader who enjoys working outdoors, leading people, and helping keep operations organized.

Position Summary

This is primarily a working field leadership position.

Approximately 70% of your time will be spent leading and working alongside an erosion control crew. The remaining time will be spent assisting our Operations Manager with project coordination, equipment management, job documentation, and scheduling when needed.

This position is ideal for someone looking to grow into a larger leadership role.

What You'll Do

Field Responsibilities

• Lead and work alongside a crew installing and maintaining SWPPP BMPs.
• Install and repair: silt fence; inlet protection; erosion control blanket; temporary seeding and stabilization.
• Ensure work meets builder and municipal requirements.
• Train crew members and maintain productivity.
• Communicate professionally with builder superintendents.
• Solve field issues while keeping projects moving.

Operations Support

• Assist the Operations Manager with daily scheduling as needed.
• Fill in for scheduling during vacations or absences.
• Visit active projects for quality control.
• Enter job notes, photos, and completed work into Jobber.
• Help coordinate equipment maintenance and repairs.
• Prepare equipment and materials for upcoming work.
• Keep trailers, tools, and the yard organized.

Qualifications

Required

• 3–5+ years of construction experience.
• Previous crew leadership experience.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Comfortable using smartphones and tablets.
• Ability to lift 50+ pounds and work outdoors in all weather.
• Strong work ethic and dependable attendance.

Preferred

• Experience working for a home builder or site contractor.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification.
• Mechanical aptitude.

What We're Looking For

• Leads by example.
• Takes ownership without being asked.
• Is organized and dependable.
• Works well with crews and builder superintendents.
• Takes pride in producing quality work.
• Wants to grow with a stable, expanding company.
• Performance bonus opportunities.
• Paid holidays.
• Paid time off.
• Training and advancement opportunities.

Schedule

• Monday–Friday
• Day shift
• Seasonal overtime available

Why Join Us?

Our company has built long-term relationships with some of Northeast Ohio's largest home builders by delivering dependable, high-quality erosion control services. We are looking for someone who wants to become an important part of that team and grow into increasing leadership responsibilities as the company continues to expand.