Job Title:                             Foreman (Service)
Craft:                                     Service
Reports to:                         Superintendent
Exempt Status:  Hourly (non-exempt)

Position Objective/Description:
In addition to hands-on participation, provides direct supervision and coordination for various construction activities, including water services, grade work, base and pipe work on major civil construction projects. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Run crew handling a variety of construction related functions, including underground pipe, excavation, grade work and/or water services.Document, plan, and perform work activities independently.Operate a variety of heavy construction equipment, as needed.Hydrostat testing on water and reclaim, vacuum and air testing on sewer manholes, mud work on sewer and storm manholes. Raise manhole ring and covers to grade and install valve cams.Water and reclaim testing mud work around sewer and storm pipes raised manholes to grade and valve cams to grade.Consult with managers or other personnel to receive directions for crew and subcontractors engaged in planning and executing work procedures, interpreting specifications, resolve problems and coordinate construction activitiesInspect work progress, equipment, and construction sites to verify that company workmanship and client-required safety protocols are being complied with. Conduct regular tailgate safety meetings. Order and inspect required equipment based on project specifications. Report to Superintendent on work progress, time, materials, and problemsConduct safety program orientation/indoctrination and ensure safety compliance Provide job site leadership, instruction, training, discipline and conflict resolution Coordinate with management, subcontractors and other to maintain compliance with contract specifications, client requirements, and building codes
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Able to read and understand construction plans, drawings, and specifications related to civil construction projectsKnowledge of highway construction, including underground pipe, excavation, grade work and/or water services. Able to run a variety of earthmoving machines and equipmentEfficient at multi-tasking and working under the pressure of time constraintsExperienced in scheduling, ordering, field supervision, safety management, quality control and budgeting of dirt operations in civil constructionStrong commitment to quality, safety and customer satisfactionDemonstrate a safety first attitude with strict adherence to safety policies and procedures.Strong leadership ability, motivation, and supervisory skills: assigning, directing and inspecting work, rewarding or disciplining employees, addressing complaints and resolving conflicts
Physical Demands:Constant physical effort, including extended standing for at least 8 hour shiftIntermittent walking and standing on a construction site.Climb intermittentlyRegularly twist, bend, stoop, kneel and crouch to perform dutiesRegularly reach above shoulder levelRegularly push/pull objectsMust be physically able to repetitively lift, push, pull and/or carry up to 50 pounds occasionally, and sometimes heavier weight.Agility, balance, and manual dexterity, as well as arm-hand steadinessAble to hear and respond to oral instructions in a noisy environment.Regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls, and reach and grasp with hands and arms.Excellent hand, eye and foot coordinationGood vision, depth perception, peripheral vision and the ability to adjust focus
Education / Experience:High School diploma or general education degree (GED)Five years’ experience working as a Service Foreman with a heavy highway construction company; or equivalent experienceTwo 2 years’ experience working with underground utilitiesValid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record
Work Environment:
Regularly works in outside weather conditions, including extreme heat and humidity, and is exposed to uneven surfaces and natural terrain.  Frequently works near moving mechanical machinery, and is frequently exposed to wet or humid conditions and vibration. Occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risks of electrical shock.  The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.  May be required to travel, work away from home for extended periods, and work occasional nights and weekends.

Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
 

Jr. Davis Construction Company, Inc. is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and is actively recruiting women and minorities for all open positions.