Working Foreman - Sod Installation

Okie Staffing; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Overtime

Long-term, stable work

Growth into leadership

Job summary

Okie Staffing is seeking an experienced Working Foreman to lead field crews on erosion control and sod installation projects in the Tulsa area. This hands-on leadership role requires you to direct daily operations while working alongside your team to ensure safe, efficient, high-quality results.

Projects include work with ODOT, Turnpike Authority, municipal, and commercial contractors, offering a fast-paced, high-visibility environment. Pay is $25.00–$30.00/hour (DOE) plus overtime.

Qualifications

• Experience leading crews in construction, landscaping, or erosion control.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Experience operating heavy equipment (skid steer, loader, etc.).
• Valid Driver’s License; Class A preferred, not required.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs regularly.
• Reliable transportation to job sites.
• Willing to work overtime and weekends.
• Ability to pass pre-employment and random drug screenings.
• Must provide professional references.
• Background check including E-Verify required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct field crews daily while actively working alongside them.
• Manage daily production goals and job site priorities.
• Assign tasks and ensure efficient workflow on-site.
• Track employee hours and report daily production.
• Communicate professionally with contractors, inspectors, and supervisors.
• Ensure crews have proper tools, equipment, and PPE.
• Enforce safety standards and company policies.
• Identify and correct unsafe or inefficient work practices.
• Train, mentor, and coach new employees.
• Operate equipment such as skid steers, track loaders, front-end loaders, and brush hogs.
• Execute erosion control measures including sodding, silt fence, mulching, hydroseeding, and dike installations.

Skills

Leadership

Field supervision

Erosion control

Sod installation

Heavy equipment

Safety compliance

Tools

Skid steers

Track loaders

Front-end loaders

Brush hogs

Job description

Okie Staffing is seeking an experienced Working Foreman to lead and support field crews on erosion control and sod installation projects across the Tulsa area. This is a hands-on leadership role—you will direct daily operations while working alongside your team to ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and to high-quality standards.

Projects include work with ODOT, Turnpike Authority, municipal, and commercial contractors, making this a great opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, high-visibility environment.

Pay Rate $25.00–$30.00/hour (DOE) + Overtime

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and direct field crews daily while actively working alongside them
• Manage daily production goals and job site priorities
• Assign tasks and ensure efficient workflow on-site
• Track employee hours and report daily production
• Communicate professionally with contractors, inspectors, and supervisors
• Ensure crews have proper tools, equipment, and PPE
• Enforce safety standards and company policies
• Identify and correct unsafe or inefficient work practices
• Train, mentor, and coach new employees
• Operate equipment such as skid steers, track loaders, front-end loaders, and brush hogs
• Execute erosion control measures including #sodding, silt fence, mulching, #hydroseeding, and dike installations

• Proven experience leading crews in #construction #landscaping, or #erosion control
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Experience operating heavy equipment (skid steer, loader, etc.)
• Valid Driver’s License #ClassA preferred, not required
• Ability to lift 50 lbs regularly
• Reliable transportation to and from job sites
• Willingness to work overtime and occasional weekends
• Ability to pass pre-employment and random drug screenings
• Must provide professional references
• Background check (including E-Verify) required upon hire

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working on ODOT, Turnpike, or municipal projects
• Knowledge of erosion control standards and compliance
• Previous experience in a working foreman or crew lead role

What We Offer

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Overtime opportunities
• Long-term, stable work with reputable projects
• Opportunity to grow into higher-level leadership roles