MOT Foreman

24174 Highway 27, Unit #300, Lake Wales FL

Description

JOB DESCRIPTION Hands on field supervision of paving projects with extensive knowledge of asphalt paving operation and equipment. We require that they be committed to the total Ajax team effort by contributing to the proper completion of the work. REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS Asphalt Paving Foreman directly reports to, and is accountable to the Project Superintendent. REQUIREMENTS: A. EDUCATION High School Graduate and minimum of five years experience managing paving operations. B. LICENSING/REGISTRATIONS Preferred: Asphalt Paving Level 1 & 2 Traffic Control Supervisor Certification. C. SKILLS, KNOWLEDE AND ABILITIES 1. Hands on motivated leader. 2. Demonstrate an ability to organize, control, and manage all areas of the paving field operation. 3. Knowledge of materials, equipment, methods and techniques used in road construction. 4. Knowledge of possible defects and faults in work and of stages where such faults and defects are most readily ascertained. 5. Ability to understand and interpret terms and specifications of contracts. 6. Ability to conduct effective paving inspections for compliance. 7. Ability to calculate figures and mathematical concepts. 8. Experience with Superpave preferred. 9. Understanding of DOT and site projects. 10. Understand work orders and recognize discrepancies. D. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Note: The following duties are descriptive and not exhaustive. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. Major duties include the following: 1. Supervise and train asphalt paving crew 2. Plan day’s operation, order asphalt/trucks 3. Insure paving completed per contract specifications 4. Clean, measure and layout 5. Schedule repairs and maintenance 6. Insure safe working conditions for crew 7. Complete crew’s timesheets 8. Keep up with rollers for density 9. Keep records on tonnage. 10. Insure quality of work at all times 11. Assist in equipment relocation to job sites 12. Review problems on projects with project superintendent E. SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL 1. Enforce all rules listed in the Ajax Employee Safe Practices Handbook 2. Insure all Ajax quality standards are met. 3. Insure adherence to all federal, state, local and Ajax safety and environmental rules and regulations. F. TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS 1. Field operation – Work is exposed to outdoor conditions, noise and heat. 2. Ability to work days, nights and weekends as required. G. TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The essential functions of this position includes sitting, standing, climbing, reaching, bending, trunk movements, lifting minimum of 45 lbs., carrying, pushing/pulling, low level work, dexterity of hands and fingers, seeing, hearing and talking. H. PERSONALITY REQUIREMENTS This position demands an individual with the following personality traits: 1. Accurate and well organized 2. Self-motivated 3. Capable of making prompt and responsible decisions 4. Ability to work well with subordinates, peers and supervisors 5. Good communication skills 6. Ambitious I. ATTENDANCE AND RELIABILITY 1. Reporting to work on time, after lunch, and not leaving early unless authorized. 2. Always providing proper notification and advance notice of absence. 3. Not abusing or taking advantage of personal days off. 4. Performing such other duties as may be required. BENEFITS Ajax offers a highly competitive pay and has excellent benefits; comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans, 401(k) with discretionary employer match, life insurance, voluntary supplemental life insurance, flexible spending accounts, health and wellness program, direct deposit, referral bonuses, paid vacation and holidays.