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Grade Foreman - Hickory, NC

The Caton Companies

Hickory, NCFull-timePosted 7mo agoSeen in employer's feed 3 days ago

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Compensation
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Location
Hickory, NC
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Driver's License

Job overview

The Caton Companies is hiring a Grade Foreman - Hickory, NC. The Grade Foreman is a field position responsible for organizing and leading a crew to safely and efficiently perform mass earthwork and excavating activities, balancing highway and road construction/reconstruction. This role coordinates construction work, plans and organizes grading crews, and monitors attendance. The Foreperson works under the general direction of the Superintendent.

Key focus areas include Coordinate construction work according to priorities and plans, Plan, organize and lead grading crew, and Produce schedules and monitor attendance of crew.

Successful candidates bring High School Diploma, Construction Foreman Experience, and Driver's License. Important skills include Coordinating Construction Work, Plan Grading Crew, Organize Grading Crew, Lead Grading Crew, Producing Schedules, and Monitor Attendance.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Coordinating Construction WorkPlan Grading CrewOrganize Grading CrewLead Grading CrewProducing SchedulesMonitor AttendanceAllocating ResponsibilitiesCoordinate TasksSchedule Aggregate Material QuantitiesSchedule Aggregate Material DeliveriesDetermine Trucking NeedsSchedule TruckSupervise WorkersTrain WorkersSupervise TradespeopleTrain TradespeopleEnsure Safety PrecautionsEnsure Quality StandardsSupervise Machinery UseSupervise Equipment UseMonitor ExpenditureResolve ProblemsReport on ProgressAssigning Work to SubordinatesEstablishing DeadlinesModifying Work Schedules

Qualifications

Driver's LicenseHigh School Diploma or EquivalentProven Construction Foreman ExperienceDiploma in a Skilled Trade

Full job description

Craft Worker

Hickory, NC, US

Caton Construction Group is growing! Currently seeking a Grade Foreman for our roadway construction project in Catawba County, North Carolina (Hickory).

Summary/Objective

The Grade Foreman is a field position that is responsible to organize and lead a crew to safely and efficiently perform mass earthwork and excavating activities, balancing highway and road construction/reconstruction. The Foreperson works under the general direction of the Superintendent.

Essential Functions

  • Coordinating construction work according to priorities and plans.

  • Plan, organize and lead grading crew.

  • Producing schedules and monitor attendance of crew.

  • Allocating general and daily responsibilities.

  • Coordinate tasks according to priorities and plans.

  • Schedule aggregate material quantities and deliveries. Determine trucking needs and schedule truck.

  • Allocate general and daily responsibilities.

  • Supervise and train workers and tradespeople.

  • Ensure labor and other resources are adequate.

  • Guarantee all safety precautions and quality standards are met.

  • Supervise the use of machinery and equipment.

  • Monitor expenditure and ensure it remains within budget.

  • Resolve problems when they arise.

  • Report on progress to managers, engineers etc.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. Normal days and hours of work are Monday – Friday, 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. with time provided for lunch, hours may vary. Work may be local or out of town in which case overnight stays are required. This position frequently requires long hours and weekend work.

Travel/ Driving

Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some out-of-area and overnight travel may be expected.

Driver’s license is required.

Supervisory Responsibility

Assigning work to subordinates, as well as establishing deadlines and modifying work schedules to meet deadlines as needed

Required Education and Experience

  • High school diploma or equivalent.

  • Proven experience as construction foreman

  • diploma in a skilled trade (electrician, carpenter etc.) a plus.

Why you should apply:

Excellent working environment

Working for a company that cares about your success

Working for a growing company with great benefits!

Employment is conditional on satisfactorily completing all pre-employment requirements including background and drug screen. Starting wages depend skills and experience.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities and females are encouraged to apply.

#constructionjobs #hickorync

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