Grading Foreman - Walbec Group

Grading Foreman

Payne and Dolan, Inc. a Walbec Group Company

Gladstone, Michigan

Are you looking for an exciting career in heavy highway road construction? Payne and Dolan Inc. of the Walbec Group has a place for hard working, loyal, and driven people like you. Come work with us as a Grading Foreman and enjoy a family-focused, progressive culture, and work with an industry leading company in heavy road and highway construction.

The Company:

The Walbec Group of companies is currently in its third generation of family leadership producing high-quality construction materials and delivering unparalleled professional design, engineering, and construction services.

• Recently named a Milwaukee Business Journal 2023 Best Place to Work.
• Associated with many exciting state, municipal, federal, and commercial projects. Check out our website for a complete list of interesting projects.https://www.walbecgroup.com/projectswalbecgroup.com

The Position:

We're looking for a Grading Foreman responsible for accurate reporting of materials, equipment, and hours of work as well as the management and safety of the personnel on his/her crew and the safety of the public and ensuring regulatory and safety measures are maintained. Responsible for checking line and grade, able to properly utilize equipment to accomplish tasks involving grade, slope, yield. Operate a variety of power equipment and use other machinery as needed. Perform other duties as assigned under the direction of the Project Manager, Supervisor, or other management.

The Benefits:

• Our union employees enjoy the quality benefits provided by our union partners. Additionally, union employees have access to a variety of training on our Walbec employee portal for personal and professional development.

The Location:

• Projects will vary by location, primarily in the Upper Peninsula of MI, so reliable transportation and a willingness to travel to any job site is required as needed.

The Candidate:

• Valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record.
• A CDL is desired but not necessary for hire.
• High School diploma or GED equivalent is preferred.
• Topcon GPS experience is preferred
• Must be punctual and dependable.
• Able to work varied hours including nights, early mornings, and weekends as needed.
• Be able to tolerate and work in variable weather conditions, and work in dirty and dusty environments.
• Member of a local trade union, or willingness to become a union member are required. Union membership is not required prior to employment.
• 3-5 years of experience in the construction trade, and 2-4 years of experience in a sub-foreman or leadership role.
• Ability to manage own time, and time of other construction industry personnel efficiently
• Ability to motivate, develop, direct, and lead a team.
• Coordinating and supervising activities of one or more crews for a project.
• Allotting crews to their respective duties and making sure that they have the appropriate training and tools so that they can execute their jobs accurately.
• Executing accident and incident reports.
• Making sure regulatory needs and safety measures are maintained.
• Checking line and grade.
• Use machinery to move construction materials, earth and other heavy materials as needed.
• Operate a variety of power construction equipment as needed.
• Capable of reading and understanding grade stakes, automated machine control cab displays, etc.
• Able to properly utilize equipment to accomplish tasks involving grade, slope, yield, etc.

Why Should You Apply?

First, we are committed to a diverse and inclusive culture here at Walbec Group. Our leadership understands the unique abilities and differences of our team members is what drives our innovation and growth. When you choose Walbec, you'll be welcomed into a supportive environment where all team members feel heard, respected, and valued. Also:

• Excellent wages and benefits packages offered through local trade union.
• Job security-we are an essential company providing infrastructure services, and you are an essential employee.
• Growth opportunities working alongside and learning from experienced industry professionals.
• Be involved in innovative, cool projects throughout the local area and the state.
• Family-oriented, supportive culture.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action employer and it is our practice to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants. In addition, it is the policy of the Company to comply with applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in each locality in which the Company has employees. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply!

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