Grading Foreman

CK Contractors and Development is hiring Grading Foremen. This position is responsible for managing and directing grading crews involved in site work.

Essential Tasks
Directly supervises the grading crew
Read and understand project plans and specification
Reports on work to Superintendent
Experienced on all types of heavy equipment
Knowledgeable in the areas of dirt work, including excavation, grade work, surveying and final excavating work
Inspects work areas throughout construction process to ensure the quality and accuracy of work meets specifications and that crew meets productivity goals
Monitors crews for organizational structure, sizing, crew mix ratios, and wage compliance in conjunction with Superintendent
Complete required reports (production, personnel time and attendance, vehicle, safety, inspection) on a daily/weekly basis as required. Complete time sheet with pertinent information for the day's activity and submit per payroll schedule
Monitor operations to ensure that health and safety standards are met

Qualifications
The ideal candidate will have 3 or more years' experience as a Grade Foreman; a High School Diploma or GED is preferred
Must be able to perform the essential tasks satisfactorily
Must be well organized with a sense of urgency
Must be able to understand work directions and communicate effectively with management and fellow employees
Must demonstrate excellent safety awareness, and a willingness to comply with company policies and safety standards. Monitors the implementation of safety programs and processes. Provides coaching for improvement
Ability to communicate with others is critical
Must have reliable transportation. Periodic weekends and overtime hours are expected
Must wear proper attire at all times including: safety vests, hard hat, safety glasses when appropriate, long pants, hard sole/close-toed shoes, and reflect a clean and presentable image

Working Conditions
This job requires the ability to lift, pull, and push up to 50 lbs.; bend, stoop, kneel, reach, squat twist, and climb in to heavy equipment several times throughout the day, and balance at heights up to 6 feet from ground level.

In addition, you must have the ability to be on your feet regularly and use hands, arms, and legs repeatedly on the job. This includes frequently walking on sloped ground and slippery and uneven surfaces, as well as working in

confined areas
Must be able to climb on and off heavy equipment safely
Must be capable of being certified to enter confined spaces, including climbing into and out of excavations, using ladders or crawling, as required
This job requires the ability to perform essential tasks in less than favorable conditions. These may include but are not limited to: Performing strenuous work in varying temperatures, humidity, sand, wind, or other extreme inclement weather conditions for extended periods of time
Work may be performed in an environment with exposure to extremely hot materials, fuel fumes, vapors, dust, grease, and oils, as well as loud and/or constant noise and exposure to moving equipment

Applicant is expected to follow all OSHA and company policies to minimize accidents and injuries to personnel and property.

Pay range is based on experience.

Job sites are located within a 70 mile radius of the greater Charlotte metro area. By applying for this job opening, you acknowledge our operation radius and understand your commute could reach up to one (1) hour. Teammates are asked to move job sites as project needs change. All applicants to whom a conditional offer of employment is made shall undergo and pass pre-employment screening, including a drug test prior to beginning work.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.