Experienced Base Foreman/woman - Edmonton, Canada - O'Hanlon Paving, The Fath Group

O'Hanlon Paving, The Fath Group
O'Hanlon Paving, The Fath Group
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Edmonton, Canada

4 weeks ago

Sophia Lee

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O'Hanlon Paving, a proud member of The Fath Group of Companies, has been a key player in the Edmonton, road construction industry for over 65 years. We pride ourselves in the quality of our finished projects, our strong safety culture, and our opportunities for employee development. We are looking for an experienced
Base Foreman to work in a full-time capacity, in various locations throughout Edmonton. The Base Foreman must be able to align with the company's core purpose and core values.


Core Purpose:
Building positive Change in our Communities;

Core Values:
Commitment, Attitude and Respect.


Responsibilities

The Base Foreman's responsibilities are as follows:

  • Lead and supervise base crews;
  • Encourage strong safety culture and lead by example in maintaining a safe work environment and during the operation of company vehicles and equipment (including the physical and psychological safety of crews);
  • Operating variety of base equipment (such as grader, roller & skid steer) and performing labour duties;
  • Complete base construction activities on company projects and meet productivity goals;
  • Provide effective leadership and training to the staff;
  • Ordering of equipment and materials;
  • Administrative: Filling employee timesheets, safety reports, and other reports as required;
  • Supervising workers in a professional manner;
  • Other duties as required.

Qualifications:


  • Minimum 5 years experience with road construction and minimum 3 years experience in supervising crews;
  • Thorough knowledge and experience of road base construction process for municipal and commercial sites including residential subdivisions;
  • Ability to work continuously for prolonged periods of time under the pressures associated with the job;
  • Must possess a valid class 5 driver's license or above with a clean driver's abstract;
  • Ability to construct roads & parking lots to acceptable engineering standards and ready for asphalt or concrete placement in keeping with established timelines;
  • High attention to detail, strong communication skills, and ability to follow directions;
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team and independently with little supervision;
  • Willingness and ability to work extended hours and weekends;
  • Effective problem solving and critical thinking skills;
  • Experience with finish operation of a grader and subgrade stabilizing;
  • Must have valid safety certifications;

Additional Information:


  • Some travel outside of Edmonton may be required;
  • We offer excellent wages and benefits;
  • You will have access to a company truck;

Why work for The Fath Group?

  • Opportunity for yearround employment;
  • Employee training and development;
  • Great team and amazing work culture;
  • Competitive wages;
  • Employerpaid medical, dental, and vision benefits
  • We are an equal opportunity employer. We thank all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted._

Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent


Benefits:


  • Casual dress
  • Company car
  • Company events
  • Company pension
  • Dental care
  • Disability insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Extended health care
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision care

Schedule:

  • 12 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • Night shift
  • Overtime
  • Weekends as needed

Supplemental pay types:

  • Bonus pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Edmonton, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

  • If you were referred by an existing employee, state the name.

Experience:

- base foreman: 2 years (required)
- heavy equipment: 2 years (required)


Work Location:
In person
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