Paving Foreman

Edmonton - Canada

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 11 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Paving Foreman

At Golderado were constantly pushing the limits of what weve done in the past - propelling ourselves toward bigger and better opportunities while exploring new market sectors and services. So it only seems natural that wed hire people who have their own voice and arent afraid to use it. These are people who are simultaneously critical creative and captivated by construction. They make our business their business and follow a path that with continuous learning and an innovative spirit leads them to be recognized as leaders in the industry. We hire these types of people knowing they are as diverse as we are and they come on board because they share our core values. Then we simply give them the freedom to take their career (and Golderado) further.

Key Information:

We are seeking an experienced Asphalt Foreman to lead and supervise paving crews on a variety of projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating daily operations ensuring quality workmanship and maintaining a safe productive job site.
Employment: Seasonal
Hours: Based on a 44-hour work week; however overtime is required during the busy season.
Must be willing to working evenings/nights and weekends when needed.
Hourly rate is dependent on experience.
Health benefits pension plan RRSP matching vacation pay offered.

Job Description:

The Paving Foreman directs and manages all on-site construction workers subcontractors and equipment enforcing the companys direction policies procedures and safety standards while meeting construction deadlines.
The construction work is varied including all facets of small civil jobs to large municipal and highway projects.
Work with Superintendents Project Managers and sub-contractors to increase safety awareness and improve safety practices.
Organize and coordinate the daily activities of all crew members subcontractors and equipment.
Represent the company professionally in the community and maintain ongoing good business relationship with customer base and suppliers.
Read and interpret project plans and specifications.
Review and adhere to construction schedules ensuring milestones and completion dates are met.
Promote execute and adhere to the companys safety program and encourage all employees sub-contractors and consultants to adopt safety as a culture and an integral component of regular duties.
Administer and submit daily reporting.
Train and promote the development of crew members.
Work with the Human Resources Department on matters of employee performance and discipline when required.
Must ensure a solid understanding of and comply with the principles of the companys Code of Ethics.
Work is performed in an outdoor setting which could include inclement weather heat and humidity and exposure to dust grease fumes odors oil asphalt and toxic and flammable substances.
Required to perform tasks that involve standing heavy lifting bending crouching and kneeling for an extended period of time.
Use of personal protection equipment is required.
Use of sunscreen long sleeves and appropriate headgear required when working outdoors.
Must be able to work outdoors in areas that are dusty and/or dirty.
Must comply with the companys drug and alcohol policy including testing requirements.
Maintain positive company image.
Other duties as required.

Experience and Certification Requirements:

Minimum 10 years related paving experience.
Must have a minimum of 5 years of experience in equipment.
A heavy equipment operator certificate required.
A minimum of 2 years of experience in a supervisory role or equivalent is required.
Proficient in the use of all equipment and tools related to asphalt paving.
Experience using grade control on paving equipment.
CSTS 2020 WHMIS 2015 and Ground Disturbance 201 are required.
A valid drivers license is required.
A drivers abstract is required and must be obtained no more than 30 days prior to employment start date.
You have the ability to quickly identify problem situations evaluate alternative causes and produce workable solutions and work positively within a team to achieve a common goal.
Must comply with the companys drug and alcohol policy including testing requirements.
You have experience in road construction civil earthworks and/or water and sewer.
Support the As-Built function.
Leadership for Safety Excellence. (LSE Proficiency level certified)
Proficient English language skills required.
Reliable means of transportation required.
Time management skills.
Accuracy.
Confidentiality.
Customer service.
Multitasking and prioritizing.
Analytical skills.
Organization.
Ethics and integrity.

Education: Completion of high school or equivalent is required.

Go ahead and be yourself. Well pay you for it!

We are an equal opportunity employer. While only qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview be sure to continually check our website for other related positions as they are posted.

A successful pre-access drug and Alcohol test may be required depending on the project.

Paving ForemanAt Golderado were constantly pushing the limits of what weve done in the past - propelling ourselves toward bigger and better opportunities while exploring new market sectors and services. So it only seems natural that wed hire people who have their own voice and arent afraid to use it...