What are the responsibilities and job description for the FOREMAN position at Vasco Asphalt Company LLC?
About The Vasco Group:
Founded in 1967, The Vasco Group is a family-owned organization built on decades of expertise, craftsmanship, and commitment to its customers and employees. Today, The Vasco Group employs more than 200 people across its growing family of companies and divisions.
The Vasco Group provides sports construction, athletic surfacing, and specialized sports facility services throughout multiple markets as well as commercial paving and concrete work.
Our family of companies include Vasco Asphalt & Sports Construction, Nidy Sports Construction, Howard B. Jones & Son, and Schubert Tennis, each bringing specialized expertise to the customers and communities we serve.
Across the organization, our success is built on outstanding people who take pride in their work, care about the quality of what they produce, and understand that strong relationships are at the heart of a successful business.
We recruit, train, empower, and retain outstanding people.
About Howard B. Jones & Son:
Howard B. Jones is a pioneer in tennis court design and construction and has earned the reputation as the premier full-service tennis court contractor in the southeast, offering facility design and construction services as well as the sale of retail tennis supplies.
Position Summary:
The Foreman is responsible for overseeing excavation and grading operations, ensuring projects are completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards. This role requires strong leadership, advanced technical expertise, and the ability to manage crews, equipment, and workflow while maintaining customer satisfaction.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
- Directly supervises and manages excavation crews, ensuring adherence to company standards and project specifications.
- Provides clear direction, sets expectations, and enforces accountability for performance and safety.
- Coaches and develops team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professionalism.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Plans, organizes, and leads daily excavation and grading operations, including crew assignments and equipment utilization.
- Ensures compliance with safety protocols, quality standards, and project timelines.
- Reads and interprets blueprints, including scale, grades, and elevations, and performs accurate calculations for grade and material quantities.
- Demonstrates mastery of finish grading techniques, including freehand work, and makes decisions on elevations, scope, and material needs.
- Oversees setup and troubleshooting of UTS (Universal Total Station) and ensures proper laser use, including slope and multi-point setup.
- Coordinates material orders and ensures timely delivery to maintain workflow.
- Oversees equipment operation and ensures proper maintenance and safety compliance.
- Communicates effectively with project managers, customers, and suppliers to coordinate workflow and resolve issues.
- Identifies and resolves operational challenges proactively to maintain productivity.
- Completes required documentation, including daily reports, time sheets, and material usage.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Proven leadership and team management skills.
- Advanced technical knowledge of excavation, grading, and equipment operation.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints and perform accurate grade calculations.
- Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent communication skills for interacting with customers, crew, and management.
- Ability to train and mentor crew members effectively.
Education and Experience:
- High school diploma or equivalent is required.
- Minimum 3–5 years of experience in excavation and grading operations.
Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to traverse worksite in different types of weather and bend, climb, stretch, reach, and lean to make inspections.
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
- Travel is required up to 75%, Monday-Friday.
Applicants must be able to pass drug and alcohol screening and undergo a pre-employment background check. This is a year-round position. Rate of pay is commensurate on experience.
We offer: above average wages; medical, dental, and prescription coverage; paid holidays / vacation time; 401(k) plan with company match (no waiting period); and opportunities for advancement for hard-working individuals.
Military welcomed and encouraged to apply.
We care about our employees and the work environment, so The Vasco Group participates in the Drug Free Workplace Program. You must be able to pass pre-employment drug and alcohol screening as well as random tests throughout the year. The Vasco Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.