Dirt Foreman

Thompson Excavation • Columbus, OH

10h

About The Position

The Dirt Foreman will guide, assign, schedule and supervise the work of staff to ensure production goals. Duties/Responsibilities: Follows Values, Vision and Mission Oversees crew members to ensure quality of work is being performed in a timely manner on a day-to-day basis Determines project daily requirements and procedures, and the required materials and workers Understanding of SOW and change orders with proper documentation (generate signature/approval before proceeding) Purchase order review and material release Keep track of material stock and orders Identifies and resolves problems to achieve production goals Performs daily logs describing any issues, production and conversations through the day (recap through email/Smartsheet) with proper documentation. Weekly field meetings with GC’s/clients and proper communication Operates equipment and tools (working Foreman) Coach future leaders Sets Safety example by following safety guidelines and ensures all crew members follow safety, including morning huddles Weekly crew time and attendance Perform topo shots and supply to DTK Schedule daily inspections Schedule/perform testing of utility systems and/or subgrade compaction with updated testing logs Develop 2-week look-a-head schedules Proper documentation through daily logs, photos and emails

Requirements

• Expert in all laborer duties
• Thorough understanding of construction trades, materials, methods, and tools used
• Able to identify topsoil, clay, and usable soil VS unsuitable soil
• Strong ability to read blueprints/construction specs
• Understanding of Earthwork (cut/fill) and utility installation process and read cut to fill maps
• Strong ability to listen to, understand, and follow directions
• Strong ability to effectively communicate and problem solve
• Willing to learn, develop, coach and train
• Understanding of schedules and forward thinking
• Understanding of GPS and technology equipment
• Strong ability to efficiently move dirt on a site
• 6+ years construction experience
• Task Lead experience
• Valid driver’s license or State ID
• CPR and First Aid (Thompson will train if necessary)
• 10-hour OSHA certification
• 30-hour OSHA certification
• Must be able to traverse different types of worksites and bend, climb, stretch, and reach
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and push/pull 50-pound loads at a time
• Must be able to work in a variety of environments including but not limited to concrete, dirt, fumes, and loud noise levels
• Must be able to stand and walk up to eight hours per day
• Must be able to work long hours and Saturdays when needed
• Utility knife
• Clothes with no large holes or cut offs for varying weather conditions

Responsibilities

• Guide, assign, schedule and supervise the work of staff
• Oversee crew members to ensure quality of work
• Determine project daily requirements and procedures
• Understand SOW and change orders with proper documentation
• Purchase order review and material release
• Keep track of material stock and orders
• Identify and resolve problems to achieve production goals
• Perform daily logs
• Attend weekly field meetings with GC’s/clients
• Operate equipment and tools
• Coach future leaders
• Set Safety example
• Perform topo shots and supply to DTK
• Schedule daily inspections
• Schedule/perform testing of utility systems and/or subgrade compaction
• Develop 2-week look-a-head schedules
• Proper documentation through daily logs, photos and emails
• Weekly crew time and attendance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed