Are you a hard working LEADER OF PEOPLE?
Do you have knowledge of civil construction practices?
Do you know how to operate excavators, skid steers & a dozer?
Are you good at coordinating work for a crew of 3-7?
If you said yes to the above, then the team at Rite-X would like to hear from you!!
We are a Civil Construction company working in the ICI sector and are seeking a hard working, knowledgeable and dedicated Working Foreperson to join our growing team.
The ideal candidate MUST have comprehensive knowledge of civil earthwork activities, excavations, trenching, pipelaying, and machine operation.
This is a HANDS-ON position which will combine both supervisory duties of the crew, along with physical involvement in the work.
The Working Foreperson will be responsible for the crew to remain productive, compliant and motivated, while ensuring that business operations and client requirements are satisfied.
Responsibilities for the role include, but are not limited to:
- Supervise excavation activities, including trenching, grading, pipelaying, backfilling, and machinery operation.
- Interpret site plans, blueprints, and project layouts for all civil activities.
- Understand, follow and maintain all safety protocols (provincial, municipal, company, and client required), and ensure that all team members are in compliance with the same.
- Coordinate with the Site Superintendent and other trades to maintain workflow.
- Assign tasks and monitor progress, quality, and productivity of all team members.
- Assist with setting grades.
- Operate construction machinery, including excavators, dozers, and skid steers.
- Troubleshoot site issues and resolve conflicts promptly.
- Maintain accurate logs and records, including, but not limited to, labour, materials, and equipment usage.
- Conduct jobsite inspections and safety talks as required.
- Work with the crew on any required tasks.
The ideal candidate MUST be able to display:
- Highschool diploma, or equivalent; technical or trade training highly preferred.
- A minimum of five (5) years previous experience in civil construction, with at least 2 years in a foreman or leadership role.
- Solid knowledge of excavation techniques, including digging, trenching, grading, setting catch basins, pipelaying, soil conditions, and shoring practices.
- Knowledge of excavation machinery and operation.
- Strong knowledge of applicable building code and safety legislation in reference to civil and earthworks.
- Ability to pass any client required security screenings, police and/or background checks.
- Must have a valid AR drivers license and a clean driver's abstract.
- Experience with GPS and other technology used in excavation practices.
Work Environment:
- Work is performed on construction sites, which will involve exposure to outdoor weather conditions.
- May require lifting and physically demanding tasks.
Work Location:
- GTA and surrounding areas (with the high possibility of remote and out of town work).
This position is has a high potential of lay-off during the winter months (with recall in spring).
We thank you for your interest in a career with Rite Excavation Limited, but only those applicants who have been considered for the position will be contacted.
Pay: $40.00-$44.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company car
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Vision care
Application question(s):
- Are you willing and able to work out of town (remote work) for 1-2 weeks at a time?
- Do you understand that you will need to provide a copy of your valid AR driver's license AND a clean driving abstract if offered employment for this position?
- Tell us something you would like us to know about you.
Experience:
- civil construction: 5 years (required)
- hands-on construction supervisory: 2 years (required)
Work Location: In person
