Foreman, Trades ​/ Skilled Labor, Construction Labor ​/ Trades

Location: Fairfield

Work Hours:

40-50 hours per week
FLSA:
Nonexempt, Hourly and Exempt, Salaried

Position Summary:

Responsible for overseeing the safe and productive placement of assigned job items. Provides information to the crew they manage to make clear the safety hazards, quality needs, specifications, and production goals on an ongoing basis. Workers in this position need to effectively interact with a variety of parties associated with the successful completion of the project.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to stand and walk frequently throughout the work shift. Usually for long periods of time.

Ability to grasp, reach for, handle and manipulate objects.

Lift and carry materials weighing up to 50 pounds.

Climb ladders.

Kneel, crouch, and crawl in construction areas, including limited access areas.

Rake, shovel and dig with hand tools.

Operate a variety of power tools, machinery, and equipment in a safe and efficient manner.

See (naturally or with correction).

Hear (naturally or with correction).

Be physically able to work safely and perform assigned tasks for up to 12 hours in hot, cold or generally poor weather conditions.

Typical Responsibilities:

Communicate with and assist other workers on site to move the project forward safely and productively.

Provide an accurate record of production quantities, employee hours, installation locations, quality control information, and document any helpful information regarding incidents or conflicts.

Perform work duties to install aggregates, pipe, fabric, erosion control measures and any other necessary assigned work.

Safely operate various tools and equipment - such as shovels, rakes, power tools, compactors, skid steers, and rotating lasers.

Prepare the project area for work. Maintain the construction site and work area in a clean and organized condition to eliminate, manage, or minimize hazards.

Confirm workers inspect equipment to verify everything is in good working order.

Properly install and maintain traffic control devices and assist with traffic control in and around the work zone.

Implement necessary environmental protection measures.

Perform work duties assigned by the project superintendent.

Address unsafe conditions and report them to the project superintendent.

Safety:
Provide leadership that demonstrates a commitment to safety. Understand the requirements of OSHA, communicate these rules at the crew level, perform a daily safety meeting prior to starting work.

Leadership and Supervision:
Assign crew tasks, identify and resolve any crew level conflicts, ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.

Planning and Scheduling:
Follow project plans and schedules to meet production goals. Translate the general work requirements into a prioritized work plan for the crew.

Employee Relations:
Promote, facilitate, and support teamwork to support a safe, productive crew that works together as a cohesive team.

Quality Control:
Inspect work as it is being installed to confirm the specifications are met and that items are installed in the correct locations.

Administrative:
Perform various duties to assist in the accurate collection of daily production, quantity, and quality data. Daily timekeeping and hours reporting, provide feedback regarding employee performance.

General Requirements, Skills, and Knowledge:

Ability to read and understand training materials, signs, written warnings, and directions.

Understand the OSHA, company, and project safety requirements.

Effective communication skills which allow you to listen and comprehend a variety of directions and job expectations.

How to read plans and understand blueprints.

Ask appropriate questions if additional information is needed or if expectations are not clear.

Coach and teach new crew members.

Willingness to take on new challenges and ready to learn when new situations occur.

Perform a variety of tasks which depend on job needs and schedule.

Perform work in a way that emphasizes attention to safety, production, and quality.

Leads by example, demonstrates honesty, and acts with integrity.

Education, Certifications, Licenses,

Experience:

Valid driver’s license (Required)

Additional Expectations:

It may be necessary to switch from task to task on a project throughout the day. We need our Project Foremen to work well with others and be willing to work where needed.

Willingness to travel. It may be necessary to travel according to the work available at different times of the year depending on project needs.

Disclaimer:
This list may not include all roles and responsibilities you may be asked to undertake on Ranger Construction projects. It is expected that all employees will assume responsibility for the tasks necessary to complete high quality work in a safe and timely manner. This job description is in no way a contractual obligation or a complete list of job expectations.