Asphalt Paving Foreman; Union

Position: Asphalt Paving Foreman (Union)
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Position Description

Overview
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Wildish Construction Co. is a division of the Wildish Group of Companies headquartered in Eugene, Oregon and operates out of our fixed plant facilities located in Eugene. Wildish Construction Co. performs both large and small heavy civil projects, specializing in excavation, grading, aggregates, underground, asphalt, and concrete.

International Union of Operating Engineers Local No. 701 and Wildish Construction Co. are looking for a qualified Asphalt Paving Foreman in the Eugene/Springfield area. The normal work week is Monday - Friday, with Saturdays as needed to maintain schedule, totaling 40 to 60+ hours per week. This is a working Foreman position with applicant required to operate equipment, preform job layout, as well as manage daily tasks of the assigned job.

Title
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Asphalt Paving Foreman, Wildish Construction Co.

Reports To: Project Superintendent, General Superintendent, and/or Construction Manager

Job Description:

• Requires oversight of all employees on crew/projects and includes orientation, coaching/training, providing direction, and overall personnel management.
• Responsible for construction activities related to the project including, but not limited to, scheduling, assigning resources, and monitoring daily progress and costs. This also includes coordinating with suppliers and subcontractors.
• Responsible for entire job safety program. This includes compliance and implementation of all company standards and any federal and state regulations, as applicable, as well as subcontractor safety compliance.
• Must communicate timely and effectively on all aspects of the project.

Position Requirements

Job Requirements:

• Must be willing to join appropriate union.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must be proficient in the operation of all equipment necessary to obtain safe, productive, and quality projects including pavers, screeds, automatics, and rollers.
• Applicant shall also have mechanical skills, experience trouble shooting, and repairing paving equipment.
• Must have a minimum of 10 years of experience in Heavy/Civil/Highway construction on parking lot and highway paving operations on private and public work, and a minimum of 5 years of experience in a leadership/Foremen role.
• Must be proficient in reading plans and specifications. Basic computer skills are required, and the use of HCSS Heavy Job is preferred.
• Must possess the ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and written.
• Must be reliable, honest, and hardworking.
• Must have proven knowledge of the current state and federal construction safety regulations or equivalent.
• Must have a valid driver's license and insurable under company policy (CDL preference given).
• Must be able to follow OSHA and Wildish policies for safety and conduct.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test and background check. (
  
  Note:
  
  Position is subject to random drug testing.)
• Experience with grading/prep operations is beneficial.

Physical/Mental Requirements:

• Environment:
  Work in hot, cold, daylight, nighttime, wet, and/or dusty environments, and in noisy and/or jarring conditions; wear personal protective equipment.
• Strength:
  Capable of continuously pushing and pulling hand operated levers, depressing foot operated pedals and/or turning steering wheels for mechanical and hydraulic systems; routinely lifting and carrying 25-50 pounds, occasionally lifting and carrying 100 pounds, and wearing personal protective equipment.
• Flexibility:
  Capable of walking on uneven, slick, loose and/or broken surfaces; climbing onto and off of equipment; turning neck and torso to the rear while arms and legs remain facing forward; sitting and/or standing while being bounced and/or vibrated.
• Dexterity:
  Capable of performing multiple tasks simultaneously (e.g., operating left and right hand controls and left and right foot pedals; flipping switches and pushing buttons).
• Respiratory Capacity:
  Capable of wearing a respiratory protection device while working in hazardous atmospheric conditions or as required.
• Endurance:
  Capable of performing assigned duties for eight or more hours at a time; ability to be on your feet for long periods of time.
• Responsiveness:
  Capable of identifying through sight, sound, smell, and/or touch, and reacting quickly to, hazardous situations.
• Communication:
  Capable of verbally asking questions, responding to questions, relaying information, and responding to and alerting others of hazardous situations.
• Mental:
  Capable of understanding and following instructions; solving problems presented by unexpected job and/or equipment conditions; recognizing and following common safety practices.

The above listing of job and physical/mental functions is a general guide. The functions may not be all inclusive, nor may they be all applicable to particular job circumstances. Management reserves the right to add or change the duties of the position at any time. Wildish is a member of the International Union of Operating Engineers Local…