Job Summary
A Milling Crew Foreman supervises a asphalt milling crew. The Foreman schedules work for the crew. The Foreman is expected to assist the crew wherever help is needed, including carrying out hard labor. The abilities to work in extreme temperatures, to work with hand and power tools, and to stand and walk for long periods of time and to lift heavy objects are essential.
Foreman works under the supervision of the Project Manager. Foreman will communicate progress and needs to the Project Manager. It is the Foremans responsibility to coordinate the daily operations of their crew. The Foreman will delegate responsibilities to crew members. They will maintain crew discipline, resolve conflicts, and maintain crew morale. Additionally, Foremen are expected to develop and maintain a strong sense of teamwork among the crew members. The Foreman is expected to act as a role model, working alongside crew members and demonstrating a positive work ethic. The Foreman will ensure work projects are completed satisfactorily and that safe working conditions are maintained at all times. The Foreman will maintain records on attendance and crew activities and complete all project reports. Foreman will maintain tool inventory and regular cleaning, sharpening, and repair of tools as needed.
The work of several crew members will be overseen, so it is important to make sure that they are doing the job in the correct manner. Behavior not beneficial to the goals of the project should be corrected immediately. Foreman must be flexible and willing to change daily routine to adjust to weather, late delivery of materials, and other unanticipated delays.
Job Requirements
Possess working knowledge of leadership and management skills. Lead lower-skilled employees in safe and productive work procedures. Conduct AM and PM briefings. Maintain vehicles, equipment, and tools in good working order. Comply with reporting procedures. Significant construction knowledge. Manage supplies, materials, and equipment. Read and interpret site plans, construction drawings, and scopes of work. Coordinate essential personnel on-site for the project.
PALMETTO CORP IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
It is PALMETTO CORPs policy to assure that applicants are employed and that employees are treated during employment without regard to their race, religion, sex, color, national origin, age, or disability. Such action shall include employment upgrading, demotion, or transfer, recruitment, or recruitment advertising, layoff, or termination, rates of pay, or other forms of compensation, and selection for training, including apprenticeship, pre-apprenticeship, and/or on-the-job training. All such decisions are based on individual merit qualifications and competence as they relate to the particular position and the promotion of the principle of equal employment opportunity. All current employees are encouraged to refer minority and women recruits for employment whenever hiring opportunities are available.