Assistant Grading Superintendent

Claiborne Hauling•Knoxville, TN

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Claiborne Hauling, LLC is seeking a highly experienced, hands-on Assistant Grading Superintendent to help lead grading and site development operations in Knoxville, Tennessee. This is a working leadership position for a dependable, results-driven professional with extensive experience in earthwork, excavation, grading, and heavy equipment operations. The role involves field leadership, coordinating crews and equipment, maintaining productivity, operating equipment when needed, resolving problems, and ensuring work proceeds safely and efficiently. The Assistant Grading Superintendent assists the Grading Superintendent with daily grading, excavation, and site development activities, including earthmoving, site preparation, drainage, fine grading, and final grading. The role also involves reviewing construction plans and specifications, coordinating project resources, monitoring progress and workmanship, documenting production, and communicating operational updates and concerns. Claiborne Hauling offers competitive compensation based on experience, weekly pay, and a comprehensive benefits package. The company describes itself as locally owned, established in East Tennessee’s construction, grading, and hauling industry, and committed to quality work, safety, and professional growth.

Requirements

Extensive experience in grading, excavation, earthwork, and site development.
Proven ability to operate dozers, excavators, loaders, and motor graders.
Strong understanding of grading techniques, elevations, drainage, and earthmoving operations.
Ability to read and interpret construction blueprints, grading plans, and grade stakes.
Experience coordinating field crews and managing daily jobsite operations.
Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently, make sound field decisions, and manage multiple priorities.
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
Strong commitment to safety, quality workmanship, and dependable attendance.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience as an Assistant Superintendent, Grading Foreman, Sitework Foreman, or in a similar leadership role.
Experience with GPS machine control, laser grading equipment, and modern grading technology.
Experience managing multiple crews or large-scale commercial site development projects.

Responsibilities

Assist the Grading Superintendent in overseeing daily grading, excavation, and site development operations.
Direct and coordinate equipment operators, laborers, and field crews to maintain productivity.
Plan and prioritize daily work activities to meet project deadlines.
Oversee earthmoving, site preparation, drainage, fine grading, and final grading operations.
Read and interpret construction plans, grading specifications, elevations, and grade stakes.
Operate heavy equipment as needed, including dozers, excavators, loaders, and motor graders.
Coordinate manpower, equipment, and materials to maximize efficiency and minimize downtime.
Monitor jobsite progress, workmanship, and compliance with project specifications.
Identify and resolve field challenges to prevent delays and maintain project schedules.
Enforce company safety policies and maintain a safe, organized work environment.
Communicate project updates, equipment needs, and operational concerns to the Grading Superintendent.
Maintain accurate daily production reports and project documentation.