What are the responsibilities and job description for the Asphalt Paving Foreman position at Ajax Paving Industries?
JOB DESCRIPTION
Hands on field supervision of paving projects with extensive knowledge of asphalt paving operation and equipment. We require that they be committed to the total Ajax team effort by contributing to the proper completion of the work.
Wage based on experience.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS
Asphalt Paving Foreman directly reports to and is accountable to the Project Superintendent.
REQUIREMENTS:
A. EDUCATION
High School Graduate and minimum of five years experience managing paving operations.
B. LICENSING/REGISTRATIONS
Preferred: Asphalt Paving Level 1 & 2
Traffic Control Supervisor Certification.
C. SKILLS, KNOWLEDE AND ABILITIES
1. Hands on motivated leader.
2. Demonstrate an ability to organize, control, and manage all areas of the paving field operation.
3. Knowledge of materials, equipment, methods and techniques used in road construction.
4. Knowledge of possible defects and faults in work and of stages where such faults and defects are most readily ascertained.
5. Ability to understand and interpret terms and specifications of contracts.
6. Ability to conduct effective paving inspections for compliance.
7. Ability to calculate figures and mathematical concepts.
8. Experience with Superpave preferred.
9. Understanding of DOT and site projects.
10. Understand work orders and recognize discrepancies.
D. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Note: The following duties are descriptive and not exhaustive. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. Major duties include the following:
1. Supervise and train asphalt paving crew
2. Plan day’s operation, order asphalt/trucks
3. Ensure paving completed per contract specifications
4. Clean, measure and layout
5. Schedule repairs and maintenance
6. Ensure safe working conditions for crew
7. Complete crew’s timesheets
8. Keep up with rollers for density
9. Keep records on tonnage.
10. Ensure quality of work at all times
11. Assist in equipment relocation to job sites
12. Review problems on projects with project superintendent
E. SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL
1. Enforce all rules listed in the Ajax Employee Safe Practices Handbook
2. Ensure all Ajax quality standards are met.
3. Ensure adherence to all federal, state, local and Ajax safety and
environmental rules and regulations.
F. TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS
1. Field operation – Work is exposed to outdoor conditions, noise and heat.
2. Ability to work days, nights and weekends as required.
G. TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The essential functions of this position includes sitting, standing, climbing, reaching, bending, trunk movements, lifting minimum of 45 lbs., carrying, pushing/pulling, low level work, dexterity of hands and fingers, seeing, hearing and talking.
H. PERSONALITY REQUIREMENTS
This position demands an individual with the following personality traits:
1. Accurate and well organized
2. Self-motivated
3. Capable of making prompt and responsible decisions
4. Ability to work well with subordinates, peers and supervisors
5. Good communication skills
6. Ambitious
I. ATTENDANCE AND RELIABILITY
1. Reporting to work on time, after lunch, and not leaving early unless authorized.
2. Always providing proper notification and advance notice of absence.
3. Not abusing or taking advantage of personal days off.
4. Performing such other duties as may be required.
Position RequirementsA. EDUCATION
High School Graduate and minimum of five years experience managing paving operations.
E. SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL
1. Enforce all rules listed in the Ajax Employee Safe Practices Handbook
2. Ensure all Ajax quality standards are met.
3. Ensure adherence to all federal, state, local and Ajax safety and
environmental rules and regulations.
Position NotesEqual Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity
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