Asphalt Paving Superintendent

Department: Asphalt

Job Status: Full Time Dependent.

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Salary Grade: $110,000 - 130,000

Reports To: Matt Johnson

Grade/Level: Superintendent

Amount of Travel Required: No travel

Work Schedule: Monday through Friday 6:30am to 5:00pm, Saturdays likely during peak season. Hours and days can vary based upon Owner/GC

Requirements and work load. Subordinates within all divisions and site Subcontractors.

Department: Asphalt

Job Status: Full Time Dependent.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and an E-Verify Participating Employer.

POSITION SUMMARY

This position must have knowledge of all types of Asphalt Paving (Municipal, Commercial, Federal Government, DOT, and Patching) as this person will be responsible for the supervision of their Asphalt Paving Crew along with performing other various duties on RME construction projects as needed. The Foreman handles the majority of aspects related to equipment and personnel management on site. Make decisions pertaining to production on a daily basis. Work alongside estimators, operations, operators, laborers, inspectors, and testing firms, and must have the capability to train operators and manually complete any activity

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Reasonable Accommodations Statement

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Functions Statement(s)

• Ability to demonstrate success in managing and/or leading asphalt paving crew members.
• Maintain ability to legally operate a motor vehicle and qualify for company auto insurance.
• Plan, organize or direct activities concerned with the placement of Asphalt Paving
• Ability to efficiently operate and/or train on the following equipment or equivalent to.

Asphalt Laydown Machine – CAT AP1055F or AP655F;

Asphalt Compaction Equipment CAT CB54 or CB534, CAT PS150 or CW16; CATCB44 or CB434; CAT CC34; CAT CB34

• Knowledge of best paving practices and understanding different mix types with compaction, and rolling patterns.
• Review and comprehend job specifications to determine appropriate construction methods.
• Independently make decisions regarding production on a daily basis.
• Assists paving crews with various duties such as: Shoveling, Raking, Safely Backing of Dump Trucks into Paver, Operating Asphalt Paving Equipment.
• Assists in the placement, moving and dismantling of signs, barricades, cones and other traffic control devices.
• Confer with operations, owners, or general contractors to discuss and resolve matters, such as work procedures, complaints, or construction problems.
• Inspect or review project to monitor compliance with safety codes, policies, and procedures using the appropriate tools and equipment for the task.
• Ensure we are providing a safe, clean and quality work site.
• Perform other duties within the company as needed.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Competency Statement(s)

• Working Under Pressure - Ability to complete assigned tasks under stressful situations.
• Time Management - Ability to utilize the available time to organize and complete work within given deadlines.
• Assertiveness - Ability to act in a self-confident manner to facilitate completion of a work assignment or to defend a position or idea.
• Business Acumen - Ability to grasp and understand business concepts and issues.
• Decision Making - Ability to make critical decisions while following company procedures.
• Leadership - Ability to influence others to perform their jobs effectively and to be responsible for making decisions.
• Problem Solving - Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work-related problems.
• Resource Management (People & Equipment) - Ability to obtain and appropriate the proper usage of equipment, facilities, materials, as well as personnel.
• Safety Awareness - Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety.
• Technical Aptitude - Ability to comprehend complex technical topics and specialized information.
• Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
• Communication, Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.
• Accuracy - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Project Management - Ability to organize and direct a project to completion.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Education : High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED)

Experience

• • Five plus years related experience
  • Demonstrated success in managing employees and/or leading a crew

• Some experience creating, working within and/or administering an assigned budget, preferred or ability to learn same.

Certificates & Licenses

OSHA 30hour course or completion of the OSHA 30 hour course prior to the start of employment. Federal OSHA 30 hour Construction course completed within 5 years of the date of hire, or completion of the course before starting employment with RME and CPR/First Aid Safety training, or completion of the certifications prior to employment.

Other Requirements

Clean Driving record and the ability to pass a background investigation, and drug screening.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Other Physical Requirements

Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) ((Hard Hat, Eye & ear protection, safety vest, gloves, dust mask or respirator, fall protection gear,)