Asphalt Paving Foreman

Qualifications:

• English (Required)
• Clean Driver’s License (Required)
• Ability to Pass Drug Test (Required)
• US Work Authorization (Required)
• This is not an entry-level position: Three to Five Years, or more of industry-related experience, with
  a focus on asphalt paving of roads and highways as an Asphalt Paving Foreman. (Required)
• Required knowledge of road construction methods, road construction materials, and industry
  requirements (Required)
• FDOT Experience (Required)
• Strong and Effective Leadership and Management Skills (Required)
• Basic Computer Skills (required)

Full Job Description:

• This is an active foreman position.
• Have the ability and be required to operate all equipment necessary for the paving operation.
• Effectively manage and lead an asphalt paving crew.
• Provides overall, on-site leadership on asphalt paving projects.
• Ensure all work is completed according to quality and safety standards.
• Knowledge of, and ability to, operate heavy equipment.
• Observe asphalt and subgrade to determine potential quality control issues and apply necessary corrections. Specifically, identifying segregation, drainage issues, densities, and other quality concerns of the job.
• Supervise and coordinate activities of all workers engaged in asphalt paving.
• Supervise and coordinate activities of all, but not limited to, subcontractors, inspectors, and FDOT officials.
• Provides leadership, direction, training, and assistance to the assigned asphalt crew.
• Inspects job sites to establish progress in meeting time schedules, to detect insufficient utilization of workers and equipment.
• Measures slope and material thickness to verify compliance with contracts and to supervise the job.
• Communicates daily with Project Manager and/or Project Superintendent to discuss schedule and production needs.
• Recommends measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, product quality, and crew performance.
• Maintains time and materials records as necessary, and submitted within the deadline given.
• Ensures the safety of crew members and the public who may interact with job.
• Responsible for safe work environments and complying with state, federal, and OSHA safety standards.
• Adhere to processes, policies, and procedures.
• Perform incidental work items and duties within other crafts, as assigned.
• Night work and/or weekend work possible.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to perform manual labor incidental to the assigned task.
• Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time.
• Ability to walk frequently on uneven surfaces, exposed to varying weather conditions.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and up to 150 pounds with assistance.
• Ability to frequently ascend or descend ladders, and stairs using feet and legs and/or hands and arms.
• Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time.
• Ability to climb, bend, stoop, and squat frequently.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees and management.
• Ability to work long hours out-of-doors, in changing environmental/weather conditions.
• Ability to communicate effectively using speaking, hearing, writing, and vision skills.
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment, such as hearing protectors, steel toe boots, and other safety items as necessary.
• Ability to perform basic computer skills to complete forms digitally.