Grading Foreman/woman - Surrey, Canada - Mainland Construction Materials ULC

Mainland Construction Materials ULC

Verified Company

Surrey, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

_We are currently looking an experienced Grading Foreman to join our Grading Crew _
Please note that due to travel between worksites, this position requires a driver's license and access to a vehicle.

Why work for Winvan Paving?

Company longevity
Commitment to health and safety
Handson technical experience,
Sponsorship for union training up to a redseal level
Apprenticeship Topup and retention bonus
Referral bonus
Weekly pay
Inhouse training and development opportunities into supervisory, management and estimating roles.

Our Foremen work as part of a team and perform various duties on different projects in the community.

Responsibilities:

Promote, lead and execute a Safety-First culture for all employees, subcontractors and consultants in compliance with Winvan's Environmental Health and Safety Program and provincial occupational health and safety legislation
Coach, mentor and monitor performance of all site hourly employees
Supervising and coordinating crew activities, studying production schedules, and estimating work requirements for completion of job assignment
Address unacceptable behaviors directly, professionally and immediately to protect worker safety. Report unacceptable behaviour to the Superintendent/HS&E Coordinator without delay
Promote crew morale, a team environment, quality and productivity of crew operations.
Maintaining time and materials records necessary to complete daily job costing
Recommending measures to improve productions methods, equipment performance, product quality, and crew performance
Ensure a safe work environment in compliance with all safety policies and procedures using the appropriate tools and equipment for the task
Wears appropriate personnel protective equipment and uses necessary safety devises. Have at job sites required personal tools and/or personnel protective equipment in good order
Maintains job sites, vehicles and equipment in a neat and orderly manner
Manage and schedule hired disposal trucks
Perform a variety of tasks involving strenuous manual labor
Perform a variety of tasks involving dexterous use of hands and tools
Maintain a clean job site; pick up tools and equipment in order to eliminate potential hazards
Perform daily preandpost inspections with appropriate documentation in compliance with company policies
Responsible for daily maintenance of equipment to remain in proper and safe working order
Responsible for notifying supervisor if equipment needs to be repaired
Perform any other general duties as specified
Ability to communicate effectively

Requirements:

5 years road building experience, preferably grading
Thorough understanding of the construction industry including the knowledge to read and understand construction drawings.
Have proficient knowledge of road and underground utility construction techniques
Have the ability to think the project from start to finish
Have a proficient knowledge of construction materials and supplies
Have proficient knowledge of engineering standards and specifications
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required;
Display a professional and courteous attitude to coworkers, supervisors and the general public at all times;
Excellent interpersonal and supervisory skills and attributes.
Must be willing to travel and work away from home when required.
Be willing to work nights and weekends when necessary;
Be able to work overtime when required;
Maintain current driver's license that meets requirements;
Have a Motor Vehicle Record that meets company standards;
Have the willingness to work in a team environment and assist coworkers or supervisors with other duties as required;
Ability to operate equipment safely and efficiently.
Ability to keep time and material records.
Ability to follow verbal and written instruction.
Ability to communicate effectively