Asphalt Plant Foreperson - Draper, UT

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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)

• 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.

• 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.

• 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
• 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…