Asphalt Foreperson - Payson, UT - CRH Americas

Job ID:  497460

Staker Parson Companies, a CRH company, is a member of the CRH West Division; Our purpose, commitment to the future, and formula for growth is to champion the safety, empowerment, and development of our employees.  We strive to be the preferred source of quality sand, rock, landscape products, ready-mixed concrete, asphalt, paving and construction services.  We succeed as a team by embracing integrity, mutual respect, innovation, service, sustainability, and financial strength.   

** Pay Range between $28-$32 an hour, DOE**

Job Description Summary

Looking for opportunity to grow? We are willing to train in the technical knowledge of asphalt production! We are looking for someone with the following characteristics:

• Good with managing people
• Keep a good attitude for all employees.
• Put safety first.
• Make calm and reasonable decisions in pressure situations.  
• Basic computer skills and strong communication and organization skills
• Basic math skills
• Related experience in construction field, minimum 5 years (desired)

Staker Parson Companies, a CRH company, is a member of the CRH West Division; Our purpose, commitment to the future, and formula for growth is to champion the safety, empowerment, and development of our employees.  We strive to be the preferred source of quality sand, rock, landscape products, ready-mixed concrete, asphalt, paving and construction services.  We succeed as a team by embracing integrity, mutual respect, innovation, service, sustainability, and financial strength.

   Work Requirements

• Coordinate asphalt plant activities.
• Communicate daily workload.
• Facilitate scheduling of liquids, aggregate and plant start up.
• Communicate with customers on daily demands and scheduling.
• Complete required daily production logs and time sheets.
• Lead crew in our safety culture and help ensure a safe working environment.
• Work with the asphalt Superintendent to achieve timely job specific instructions.
• Supervise/ coordinate, train, and coach assigned personnel in the completion of jobs and daily work duties.
• Coordinate With QC to ensure a quality product daily.
• Supervise equipment operators and laborers to ensure that work is being done safely and correctly.
• Perform the duties of an equipment operator and laborer when necessary.
• Ensure that employees operate and maintain equipment properly.  Notify shop of equipment mechanical and safety issues
• Ensure job site and equipment are maintained in a clean and orderly fashion
• Maintain time and material records necessary for completing daily job costing
• Perform other duties as assigned. 
• Able to perform essential job functions with/ without reasonable accommodation.

Work Requirements

• Pass pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check. 
• Pass a pre-employment “Fit for Work” physical. 
• Be able to provide valid documentation for the I-9 Immigration document. 
• Display a professional and courteous attitude to co-workers, supervisors and the general public at all times. 
• Report to work at the designated start time. 
• Be able to work long hours when required. 
• Strictly adhere to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook. 
• Have the willingness to work in a team environment and assist co–workers or supervisors with other duties as required.
• Must be able to complete safe driver training, possess a valid driver’s license with a good driving record.

Knowledge/Skill Requirements

• Must be proficient in Microsoft Applications with the ability to learn new software systems as needed.
• Be able to communicate appropriately with direct reports, co-workers, supervisors, and the general public.
• Ability to use decision making skills for cost effective solutions on jobs in the absence of a superintendent

Key Competencies

• Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional employee situations; Responds promptly to employee needs; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.
• Teamwork - Contributes to building a positive team spirit.
• Judgment - Exhibits sound and accurate judgment.
• Planning/Organizing - Uses time efficiently.
• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Accepts responsibility for own actions.
• Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time.
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals.
• Initiative - Asks for and offers help when needed.
• Innovation - Generates suggestions for improving work.
• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed, but uninvolved written or oral instructions.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee is frequently required to sit, climb, and use hands to signal and handle equipment. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, crawl, kneel, bend, and reach with hands and arms above their shoulders.  The employee must occasionally lift and/or move anywhere up to 50 lbs.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; outside weather conditions; and extreme cold and/or heat.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

The statements included in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive.  They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job.  Other duties may be assigned as required.  Requirements for this job are subject to modification by the Company and its designees, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and w
  ellness programs
• A culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of large international organization.

If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

Staker Parson Companies, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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