Earthwork Foreman

Earthwork Foreman Job Description

The Earthwork Foreman plays a crucial role in the Company's operations, overseeing field assignments across four service lines: Remediation, Waste Transportation, Industrial Maintenance, and Emergency Response.

Main Responsibilities:

• Review work plans and equipment requirements to ensure efficient project execution.
• Ensure quality control and quality assurance standards are met, adhering to regulatory guidelines.
• Optimize the utilization of Lewis-owned resources and equipment when feasible.
• Maintain proper use and upkeep of assigned equipment.
• Apply knowledge of hand signals, soil management principles, excavation safety, benching and sloping techniques.
• Familiarity with trench and excavation safety protocols.
• Operate various types of equipment, including multi-manufactured mini-excavators, Bobcat, Case, Cat, John Deere, and skid loaders.
• Efficiently operate equipment attachments, such as different control patterns.
• Complete daily notes and company paperwork accurately, including obtaining customer signatures on time and material sheets.
• Pursue personal accreditations, including field sampling procedures, hazardous materials handling, CDL endorsements, tank handling certifications, and other specialties identified by management.
• Protect confidential information and uphold the standards of conduct outlined in the company handbook.
• Implement disciplinary action policies as defined in the company handbook.
• Cultivate open communication between departments for job needs and requirements, providing updates by noon-time of the current workday.
• Assist with secondary responsibilities as requested by management.
• Participate in monthly field employee meetings to foster good communication.
• Commit to teamwork, supporting all aspects of daily activities to ensure the profitability and sustained growth of the corporation.

Requirements:

• 3-5 years of experience in a comparable position within an Environmental Contracting Company.
• A clean Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) and Criminal Background.
• A valid Driver's License.
• Flexibility in their personal schedule, including weekend on-call rotations.
• A strong focus on Safety, Quality, Honesty, Integrity, and Teamwork.
• 40 Hours OSHA and related Safety Training is preferred, but will be provided if necessary.
• A DOT Medical certification is required, with testing provided (drug, alcohol, physical).

Physical Demands:

• Ability to lift 60 lbs.
• Capacity to work in severe weather conditions, both hot and cold.
• Ability to work in confined spaces.
• Working and traveling in inclement weather.
• Ability to stand and exert physical effort performing manual labor 50-70% of the time.
• Tolerance for moderate noise levels.