What are the responsibilities and job description for the Foreman (Earthwork / Grading) position at Ralph L. Wadsworth Construction?
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Now Hiring a Foreman With Earthwork/Grading Experience.
With over 50 years of delivering complex, high-impact infrastructure and mission critical projects, we bring the experience, resources, and proven execution needed to complete our work safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards of quality.
RLW offers challenging career opportunities, extensive training and employee development to grow your career and thrive under the Ralph L. Wadsworth reputation for excellence. We offer excellent benefits and supply you with the tools needed to maximize your growth and potential.
Benefits Include
The Foreman is responsible for providing direct in-field supervision of a dirt crew working on all phases of construction for the company; all other related work as required. The Foreman is responsible for maintaining and improving upon the efficiency and effectiveness of all areas under his/her direction.
Key Responsibilities
We are an equal opportunity employer: We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, genetic information, marital status, military status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or status with regard to public assistance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Now Hiring a Foreman With Earthwork/Grading Experience.
With over 50 years of delivering complex, high-impact infrastructure and mission critical projects, we bring the experience, resources, and proven execution needed to complete our work safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards of quality.
RLW offers challenging career opportunities, extensive training and employee development to grow your career and thrive under the Ralph L. Wadsworth reputation for excellence. We offer excellent benefits and supply you with the tools needed to maximize your growth and potential.
Benefits Include
- Competitive Pay
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Holiday Pay
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Retirement Plan - 401K, employees will receive a company contribution up to 5%
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Growth and Career Advancement
The Foreman is responsible for providing direct in-field supervision of a dirt crew working on all phases of construction for the company; all other related work as required. The Foreman is responsible for maintaining and improving upon the efficiency and effectiveness of all areas under his/her direction.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and coordinate grading crew activities, including hands-on equipment operation
- Interpret blueprints, layout work sites, and shoot grades using levels and GPS
- Inspect work for compliance with specs and safety standards
- Optimize production methods and crew efficiency
- Estimate materials, monitor schedules, and adjust workflows to meet deadlines
- Maintain strong knowledge of equipment capabilities and limitations
- A minimum of 5 years of supervising / crew leadership experience
- A minimum of 8 years of experience of dirt and grading work (subgrade treatment, fine grading).
- A minimum of 8 year (overall) of operating large heavy equipment experience
- A minimum of 8 years of main roadway / highway construction experience required
- Work Safely
- Be able to carry 70 lbs. or more – frequent cross body movements such as bending, climbing, twisting, balancing, stooping, etc.
- High School diploma/GED preferred.
- Flexible availability to include overtime and weekends.
- Valid Driver’s license
- Know how to shoot grade with level an some knowledge of GPS
- Good eye to hand coordination a must. Depth Perception required.
- Experience find grading with various pieces of equipment
We are an equal opportunity employer: We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, genetic information, marital status, military status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or status with regard to public assistance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.