Geotechnical General Foreman​/Field Trainer

Education Requirement

High School graduate or G.E.D. preferred

Experience Requirement

experience in earth retention and foundation construction projects, experience in geotechnical construction

Special Skills

ability to read blue prints; leadership experience; experience running crews; hands on experience tr

Travel Requirement

open to regional travel

Education Requirement

High School graduate or G.E.D. preferred

Experience Requirement

experience in earth retention and foundation construction projects, experience in geotechnical construction

Special Skills

ability to read blue prints; leadership experience; experience running crews; hands on experience tr

Travel Requirement

open to regional travel

Position
:
Geotechnical General Foreman/Field Trainer

Travel
: regional travel required in Mid-Atlantic

Salary: $30 - $50 per hour, 75 - 150k

Reporting to the Geotechnical Group operations manager or Project manager the Geotechnical Foreman/Group Leader oversees and trains field employees on each project. This position seeks a strong operator who understands drilling and using micropile/anchor drills and grout plants.

This position is subject to drug testing and compliance policies associated with our status as a Federal Contractor.

Wagman is a multi-faceted construction firm with operations in heavy civil, general construction and geotechnical construction services. Founded in 1902, Wagman is a fourth-generation family-owned company with offices in Pennsylvania and Virginia. Wagman Heavy Civil Inc. has grown to become a nationally recognized leader within the industry. Wagman Heavy Civil Inc’s core competencies include design-build, infrastructure, marine construction, modified concrete, grooving and grinding and geotechnical construction services.

Primary

The breakdown of essential functions is as follows:

• Trains Geotechnical division work force in the field, to include labor crews, micro pile labor crews, operators, etc.
• Extensive understanding of foundation and earth retention work, drilling equipment, tooling, cranes and their capabilities.
• Provides hands-on mentorship and supervision on site throughout various projects.
• Educates field employees in all aspects of the work.
• Coordinate appropriate training with safety departments and training centers.
• Ensures construction operations are safe by OSHA and Wagman standards.
• Monitors work activities and ensures quality control is consistent.

Additional Functions

• Reviews and understands site specific plans and specifications.
• Reviews weekly plans with field supervision (field superintendents and foremen); projects three week look ahead.
• Determines workforce needs and equipment requirements; assists in ordering materials and ensuring proper types.
• Monitors work activities and ensures quality control is consistent.
• Approves hours worked on project as needed; trains foremen in proper submission of field hours.
• Computer literate in Microsoft programs, OnBase, heavy jobs.
• Perform 90 day evaluations; speak with field supervision on crew activity and performance.
• Act as point of contact for field superintendents and facilitate effective communication across projects and locations.

Physical Requirements Of The Essential Functions

• Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds from ground level to waist level.
• Must be able to bend, squat, and kneel occasionally throughout a scheduled work shift.
• Must be able to climb ladders.
• Continuous standing and walking required throughout a scheduled work shift.
• Must be able to perform simple grasping and fine manipulation tasks with both hands.
• Must be able to work outdoors in wet, muddy, cold, hot and humid weather.
• Acceptable corrected vision (in both eyes) and acceptable corrected hearing required.

Company Benefits

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