Grade Foreman

Blythe Construction • Bat Cave, NC

84d

About The Position

The Grade Foreman supervises field operations for an Earthwork/Roadway/Grading project. This role involves directly supervising and coordinating activities of the grading crew while also engaging in the trade work of the employees being supervised.

Requirements

• Must be able to perform each Key Duty satisfactorily.
• A high school diploma or general education degree (GED) is preferred.
• Five (5) or more years of experience as a Grade Foreman in the heavy highway industry required.
• Must be well-organized.
• Must be able to understand work directions and communicate effectively with management and fellow employees.

Responsibilities

• Directly supervises grading crew.
• Reports on work to Superintendent.
• Experienced on all types of heavy equipment for dirt and site projects.
• Knowledgeable in the areas of dirt work, including excavation, grade work, surveying and final excavating work.
• Reads, understands, and interprets drawings and specifications.
• Monitors crews for organizational structure, sizing, crew mix ratios, and wage compliance in conjunction with Superintendent.
• Reports on time and materials.
• Monitors the implementation of safety orientations, safety indoctrination, provides coaching for improvement.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Company Paid Basic Life Insurance
• Company Paid Long Term Disability Policy
• Company Paid Vacation & Holiday Pay
• Company Paid Parental Leave
• Company Paid Maternity Leave
• Company Paid Employee/Family Assistance Program (EAP)
• Voluntary Medical & Vision Insurance
• Voluntary Dental Insurance
• Voluntary Short Term Disability
• Voluntary Supplemental Term Life
• Voluntary Accident, Legal, Hospital, Critical Illness Policies
• 401(k) Plan w/Employer Match
• Annual Company Stock Purchase Opportunities
• Discount Partnerships: Verizon, Ford, Perkspot
• Health and Wellness Benefits, including Monthly Gym/Fitness Incentives

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees