Foreman (Patch Crew)

Production - Equipment Operators/Laborers Fort Collins, Colorado


Description

Position Summary  

This position is responsible for supervising the patch crew and  operations on both public and private work to ensure the highest quality product and service. Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in spreading, rolling, tamping, and patching asphalt or similar material to form surfaces of highways, streets, parking lots and driveways.  

Responsibilities  

  • Ensures a safe work environment in compliance with all safety policies and procedures using the appropriate tools and equipment for the task
  • Provides overall on-site leadership on a construction project site
  • Participates and promotes the safety culture
  • Provides direction, training and assistance to an asphalt crew
  • Measures slope and material thickness to verify compliance with contracts and to supervise the job
  • Communicates daily with Project Manager or Project Superintendent to discuss schedule and production needs
  • Completes paperwork including daily crew time sheets, daily site evaluation sheets, weekly toolbox safety meeting sheets and other required paperwork
  • Communicates and works effectively with state and local agencies; inspectors; contractors; subcontractors, company management and employees
  • Completes projects in a timely, accurate and safe manner
  • Operates other heavy equipment and other construction related duties as required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities  

  • Must be safety-oriented and exhibit safe work habits
  • Has a thorough understanding of various aspects of the paving industry including preparatory work, grades, drainage, paving patterns, mix designs, job specifications, compaction and other details related to asphalt paving
  • Self-motivated and eager to learn new skills
  • Perform well in a “TEAM” environment
  • Ability to meet attendance schedule with dependability and consistency
  • Willing to work hours that are associated to the asphalt industry, including overtime and weekends as needed
  • Communicate effectively, both written and verbally
  • Basic mathematical skills
  • Ability to detect and solve problems
  • Valid driver license is required
  • Pass a pre-employment physical and drug screen

Minimum Education and Experience  

  • 3-5 years of industry experience required
  • High School Diploma or equivalent required 

Physical Requirements & Conditions  

  • Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and tolerate being exposed to loud noise
  • Ability to lift 75 pounds
  • Must be able to perform physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials.

 Our Benefits 
  

  • Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
  • Prescription Drug Coverage
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Paid Holidays and Vacation
  • 401(k) with Company Match
  • Pension Plan
  • Educational/Tuition Assistance Plan
  • Employee Discount Program
  • Adoption Assistance Program
  • Life, AD&D and Disability Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Wellness Programs
  • ...and many more!

Compensation: Starting at $32.37. Starting wages depend on knowledge, skills and experience.  

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled