Overview:
We are looking for a Foreman (Road Construction – Base Crew) for our Cold Lake location.
The Base Foreman, are responsible for supervising and coordinating the activities of the construction crew, ensuring that projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. They will maintain a heavy site presence and will operate various pieces of heavy equipment as required. This is a seasonal position.
Here’s what you can expect when working with us:
- Opportunity for career advancement.
- Competitive wages and overtime opportunities.
- LOA when working out of town
- Our hands-on approach ensures all our employees receive the proper training and guidance needed to safely complete the job they’re hired to do.
Responsibilities:
· Lead and supervise base crews. Provide training and mentorship to junior workers.
· Hold safety/tailgate meetings on site.
· Resolve work problems and recommend measures to improve productivity and product quality.
· Have an understanding and the ability to operate all equipment on a standard base crew.
· Administrative duties: Employee timesheets, safety reports, ordering materials, scheduling trucks.
Qualifications:
- Extensive road construction experience, including experience related to leading and supervising base crews.
- Be an exceptional leader with outstanding people management skills.
- Have a valid driver's license and driver’s abstract according to company policy.
- Willing to work flexible hours, overtime, and travel, with crews, as projects and locations may vary throughout the summer.
- As this is a safety sensitive position, pre-employment drug screening is in effect.
- Have excellent organizational capabilities and able to communicate effectively.
- Possess strong problem solving and time management capabilities.
- Meet all Safety requirements and policies by leading by example in maintaining a safe work site, during the operation of company vehicles and while running equipment.
- As this is a safety sensitive position, pre-employment drug screening is in effect.
At Knelsen Sand & Gravel Ltd. we build opportunity! Our team—made up of remarkable individuals with unique talents and perspectives—work together to deliver successful projects and provide exceptional experiences for our clients and employees throughout Western and Northern Canada.
Although we thank all applicants, only those selected for an initial interview will be contacted.