Foreman - Asphalt Paving
King Asphalt

Job Info

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REPORTS TO:

The Paving Foreman is responsible and accountable to the Superintendent and Operations Manager of the Asphalt Team. The Paving Foreman receives daily instructions and project assignments from the Superintendent and Operations Manager.

BASIC FUNCTION:

Supervise and direct assigned crew in their activities to prepare and finish sub-grade for asphalt. All specifications must meet expectations in an efficient, safe, and satisfactory way. As a working foreman, one will continue to perform functions of crew construction while leading the team.

JOB DUTIES:

Perform all duties within the guidelines set forth in the Employee Policies and Procedures Manual.

Create an atmosphere whereby all subordinates are encouraged to improve their skills and maintain a high level of morale for themselves and other employees.

See that crew starts working on time and ensure that they work the number of hours for which they are assigned and paid.

Assist and direct assigned crew in the following areas: Using equipment in a safe and proper manner, improving job performance, controlling cost, improving quality of work, increasing productivity, improving communications, and housekeeping of projects.

Supervise and direct the activities of assigned personnel, instructing them in the proper operation, proper technique, use, and maintenance of equipment.

Paving Foreman is responsible to see that all new personnel receive proper orientation to acquaint them with the company, policies, safety, and their job duties/responsibilities.

Participate in the periodic evaluation of all assigned personnel; discussing their contributions to the company, development, and possible pay adjustments.

Develop a cooperative working relationship with all operations and project managers, superintendents, and other foremen.

Cooperate with the Human Resources and Risk Management departments. Foreman must be knowledgeable as to all aspects of EEO and Safety. Position is required to comply with these requirements and insist upon compliance among all crew members.

Conduct a continuous evaluation of the following items: Cost and yields, material yields, plans and schedule salaries, promotions, job assignments, equipment needs, personnel needs, on-the-job training, program and job safety, security and crime prevention, and quality control. Foreman is required to relate any problems or changes to the Operations Manager or Superintendent.

Ensure all work undertaken complies with all local laws and ordinances concerning construction and related activities.

Maintain close contact and a good working relationship with the general public, engineers, inspectors, and customers to facilitate job progress and promote a positive company image. Foreman must have and maintain a courteous and considerate disposition toward all groups stated.

Write, maintain, and turn in all required daily reports. Verify their correctness and transmit them promptly to the Operations Manager or Superintendent.

Logging important conversations, activities, and events are also required to be recorded for future reference.

KNOWLEDGE:

Thorough knowledge of the specialized field of paving. Use of drawings and a variety of precision measuring instruments as well as knowledge of manufacturing and techniques that are associated with asphalt and paving.

EXPERIENCE:

Over one year and up to three years to become familiar with the techniques used for paving and rolling asphalt and related material. A complete understanding of specifications and grade are required with supervisory responsibilities.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

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