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Fred Smith Company is currently seeking to fill a Paving Foreman position within our Asphalt Division for our Wilmington location. We are a heavy civil contractor working in the commercial site work, public infrastructure and asphalt markets in North Carolina.
JOB DUTIES:
Perform all duties within the guidelines set forth in the Employee Policies and Procedures Manual.
Create an atmosphere whereby all subordinates are encouraged to improve their skills and maintain a high level of moral for themselves and other employees.
See that crew starts working on time and ensure that they work the number of hours for which they are assigned and paid.
Assist and direct assigned crew in the following areas: Using equipment in a safe and proper manner, improving job performance, controlling cost, improving quality of work, increasing productivity, improving communications, and housekeeping of projects.
Supervise and direct the activities of assigned personnel, instructing them in the proper operation, proper technique, use, and maintenance of equipment.
Paving Foreman is responsible to see that all new personnel receive proper orientation to acquaint them with the company, policies, safety, and their job duties/responsibilities.
Participate in the periodic evaluation of all assigned personnel; discussing their contributions to the company, development, and possible pay adjustments.
Develop a cooperative working relationship with all operations and project managers, superintendents, and other foremen.
Cooperate with the Human Resources and Risk Management departments. Foreman must be knowledgeable as to all aspects of EEO and Safety. Position is required to comply with these requirements and insist upon compliance among all crew members.
Conduct a continuous evaluation of the following items: Cost and yields, material yields, plans and schedule salaries, promotions, job assignments, equipment needs, personnel needs, on-the-job training, program and job safety, security and crime prevention, and quality control. Foreman is required to related any problems or changes to the Operations Manager or Superintendent.
Ensure all work undertaken complies with all local laws and ordinances concerning construction and related activities.
Maintain close contact and a good working relationship with the general public, engineers, inspectors, and customers to facilitate job progress and promote a positive company image. Foreman must have and maintain a courteous and considerate disposition toward all groups stated.
Write, maintain, and turn in all required daily reports. Verify their correctness and transmit them promptly to the Operations Manager or Superintendent.
Logging important conversations, activities, and events are also required to be recorded for future reference.
KNOWLEDGE:
Thorough knowledge of the specialized field of paving. Use of drawings and a variety of precision measuring instruments as well as knowledge of manufacturing and techniques that are associated with asphalt and paving.
EXPERIENCE:
One to three years prior experience with procedures and equipment used for paving and rolling asphalt and related material. A complete understanding of specifications and grade are required with supervisory responsibilities.
PHYSICAL DEMAND:
Moderate physical effort required on a daily basis; frequently lifting or moving average weight material (over 25 pounds) or occasional heavy material (over 50 pounds) is necessary. Foremen have an occasional physically demanding role.
PHYSICAL ACTIVITY:
Position requires the ability to climb onto machines, stoop, kneel, crouch, lift, and grasp objects. Foreman is expected to walk and stand for sustained periods of time. Position also requires the ability to perceive sounds and receive detailed information through oral communication.
Fred Smith Company is dedicated to the achievement of equality of opportunity for all its employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, marital status, age, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected group status under federal, state or local law. Fred Smith Company is an E-Verify Participant.
Full Time
Transportation
$71k-91k (estimate)
06/22/2024
08/21/2024
fredsmithcompany.net
OLIVER SPRINGS, TN
200 - 500
1927
FREDDY SMITH
$50M - $200M
Transportation
We Safely Deliver Excellence! Fred Smith Company is Central and Eastern North Carolinas premier Heavy Civil contractor that is dedicated to safely delivering excellence in construction. Our team of 1000+ employees is the best in the area and gives us a competitive advantage when delivering excellence to our customers. We focus on the use of technology to improve the speed of delivery and cost-effectiveness. We build things that mattertransportation networks, neighborhoods, commercial sites, and CAREERS. We have a proven track record of developing talent within our company and providing opportu...nities for growth. We work as a team to enrich the lives of our employees and the world around us. Fred Smith Company specializes in safely delivering excellence in the following areas: Public Infrastructure: Design-build and bid build of major interstates, roadways, widenings, and structures. Turnkey Sitework: Mass grading and utility work associated with large industrial, commercial, school and residential site work. Asphalt: Paving services and FOB asphalt sales out of 18 plants strategically located across Central and Eastern North Carolina. Fred Smith Company is the trademark of Fred Smith Company, a North Carolina corporation which is independent of the company.
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