What are the responsibilities and job description for the Working Foreman - Sod Installation position at Okie Staffing?
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
- 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
- Competitive pay based on experience
- Overtime opportunities
- Long-term, stable work with reputable projects
- Opportunity to grow into higher-level leadership roles
Apply in person:
5807 S. Garnett Rd Suite F
Tulsa, OK 74146
Call: 918-505-1777
Salary : $25 - $30