Asphalt | Paving Crew Lead

Duininck•Willmar, MN

6d•$33 - $45•Onsite

About The Position

Duininck is a third-generation family-led company focused on building strong communities through our relationships with customers, employees, subcontractors and vendors. We have a diverse portfolio of businesses managing projects at any scale. From highways and municipal projects to commercial developments, excavation, underground utilities, and paving, we take pride in shaping the infrastructure that helps the communities we work in thrive. Our work is about more than construction; its about supporting the communities where we live and work, creating opportunities for growth on our crews, and building lasting value for generations to come. This seasonal, full-time position comes with a strong benefits package including: Competitive pay range of $33 to $45 per hour, based on experience Paid Time Off Company paid travel, cell phone, meal stipend and vehicle Strong Health Plans to choose from Dental & Vision Plans, Company Paid Life insurance & Short-Term Disability Position specific personal protective equipment provided 401K with company match, and more! This position with the Duininck Paving team offers the opportunity to lead high-performing paving crews, ensuring quality work, safe operations, and successful project delivery across a variety of roadway and commercial projects.

Requirements

Individuals who work safely and have the courage to speak up when unsafe behavior or conditions arise.
Knowledge of construction materials, methods, and toolsexperience with asphalt/paving preferred.
Strong leadership abilities with experience mentoring, training, and supporting crew members.
Effective time management, communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to read, interpret, and apply information from blueprints, surveys, and job specifications.
35 years of experience in heavy civil construction; paving experience highly preferred.
Commitment to producing high-quality work with a strong focus on safety and teamwork.

Responsibilities

Coordinate project needs and communicate clear daily expectations, tasks, and objectives to crew members.
Lead and support crews engaged in asphalt paving and related construction activities, stepping in to perform work when needed.
Promote and enforce all safety procedures, ensuring proper incident reporting and escalating issues to the General Superintendent of Paving or Safety Manager as appropriate.
Supervise crews to achieve high-quality workmanship, efficiency, teamwork, communication, and morale.
Review, verify, and approve employee timesheets for accuracy prior to payroll submission.
Analyze and resolve crew member concerns, collaborating with Human Resources on issues involving harassment or sensitive personnel matters.
Communicate equipment issues or repair needs to maintenance staff promptly.
Interact with customers and the public in a professional and respectful manner.
Follow all daily Crew Lead protocols and procedures as outlined in training and orientation.