Grading & Base Stone Foreman

Rogers Group • Columbia, TN

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Rogers Group, Inc., headquartered in Nashville, is a privately held aggregates and asphalt highway construction company operating in 13 states with over 3,500 employees. RGI, established in 1908, has the distinction of being recognized as the largest privately held aggregate producer in the United States. Rogers Group is seeking candidates to fill an HOURLY GRADING & BASE STONE FOREMAN position for our Southern Construction division covering both Murfreesboro, TN and Tullahoma, TN areas. This position will provide planning, supervision and documentation for grading activities and utility installations. Responsibilities will also include training personnel in setting of grade, equipment operation, and other tasks involved in excavation/grading operations.

Requirements

• Must have 2-4 years supervisory experience in grading operations
• Effective Communication and leadership Skills
• Read and understand grade stakes.
• Interpret the drawings and specifications for the job.
• Work in an environment with noise levels that may require hearing protection.
• Must be willing to work overtime, weekends, and extended hours as needed.
• Must be able to work outside in all types of weather conditions.
• Willingness to work in a team environment
• Able to provide valid documentation for the I-9 Immigration requirement.
• Must be Drug Free and able to pass a pre-employment drug screen, physical and possess a Valid driver’s license and a safe driving record.
• Must be willing to adhere to RGI and OSHA safety standards.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience operating pieces of heavy construction equipment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for overseeing, coaching, and modeling safety procedures and policies at all times.
• Provides leadership and is responsible for safety, scheduling, workforce planning, coordinating, supervising and assisting with cost control; ensuring the consistent and fair application of all SSC policies and procedures.
• Directly supervises and coordinates the activities of field employees in site, road, and subdivision construction. This includes excavation, filling, compaction, and testing of materials.
• Is also responsible for underground utility installation on sites.
• Knowledge of mass grading sequencing and placement of excavated material.
• Ability to do field layout and coordinating with surveyors and engineers as required.
• Inspects work site to determine sequencing and method of utility installation and survey for potential hazards or safety concerns.
• Knowledge of sediment control devices, erosion regulations, and installation methods.
• Identifies, verifies, and reports any scheduling conflicts, needs, or deficiencies with other crews and subcontractors to the appropriate persons when applicable.
• Understands and communicates safety policies and procedures to ensure compliance in all areas of safety, while identifying the needs for crew safety training.
• Also responsible for daily safety meetings with topics applicable to the jobsite.
• Also completes a JSA for tasks dependent on the specific task and severity of potential damage or injury.
• Assesses competency and capability of employees on the project and evaluates the capabilities of the crew members.
• Recognizes and addresses issue/problems that may arise among crew members and provides effective resolutions and guidance.
• Supervise all company equipment and vehicle use; ensure all maintenance procedures are being followed.
• This is to include daily pre ops on all equipment.
• Ability to troubleshot equipment issues and work with mechanics and vendors to provide economical solutions.
• Responsible for record-keeping and documentation of employee hours and equipment time.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance plus Health Savings Account with annual company contribution.
• Company provided Group Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance.
• Retirement 401(k) with company contribution and match at one year of service.
• Company provided Short- and Long-Term Disability.
• Paid Holiday’s including Christmas shutdown between Christmas and New Years Day.
• Paid vacation available after 180-day probationary period and accrued based on years of service.
• Annual performance-based merit increases.
• Career growth/advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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