Forklift Operator
Oldcastle APG, Inc., Easton, PA, United States
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Paving Foreperson to lead and oversee daily asphalt paving operations. This role is responsible for supervising paving crews, coordinating resources, ensuring jobsite safety, and delivering high-quality work on schedule and within budget. The Paving Foreperson reports directly to the Paving Superintendent and serves as the on-site leader and safety champion.
While primarily a supervisory position, this role may occasionally assist with labor, equipment operation, and maintenance tasks as needed.
Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)
Safety & Leadership
Serve as the jobsite Safety Champion, ensuring the safety of crew members, subcontractors, and the public.
Enforce all company policies and OSHA, DOT, and EPA regulations.
Lead, supervise, train, and schedule paving crews.
Project Coordination & Execution
Plan and coordinate daily work activities, production goals, and jobsite organization.
Read and interpret plans, specifications, and work orders.
Oversee quality control and finished product standards.
Coordinate asphalt deliveries, supplies, trucking, traffic control, and grade crews.
Communication & Customer Interaction
Communicate professionally with customers, inspectors, coworkers, and the public.
Act as the primary on-site representative for paving operations.
Reporting & Documentation
Maintain accurate time, material, and production records.
Submit daily crew timecards with proper coding.
Track equipment usage, labor hours, quantities, and yields.
Field Support (as needed)
Perform field measurements and calculate job quantities.
Assist with general labor duties such as shoveling, raking, or laying asphalt.
Operate heavy equipment if trained and authorized.
Travel between multiple jobsite locations.
Qualifications & Work Requirements
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disability to perform the essential functions.
Education & Experience
High school diploma or GED preferred.
5-10 years of asphalt paving experience, including supervisory or lead experience.
Equivalent combination of education and experience considered.
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Strong understanding of asphalt paving methods, equipment, and materials.
Proven ability to lead and motivate work crews.
Ability to read plans, grades, and specifications.
Knowledge of DOT, OSHA, EPA, and CDL regulations.
Strong math skills for quantities, yields, rates, and percentages.
Ability to communicate effectively in one-on-one and small-group settings.
Strong organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills.
Basic computer and keyboarding skills.
Licenses & Certifications
Valid Driver's License required.
Commercial Driver's License (CDL) preferred.
Core Competencies
Safety awareness and compliance.
Leadership and teamwork.
Sound judgment and decision-making.
Planning and organization.
Professionalism and adaptability.
Dependability, punctuality, and initiative.
Quality-focused with a continuous improvement mindset.
Additional Information
Subject to drug testing, medical exams, and physical agility testing.
Regular and reliable attendance is required.
Physical Requirements
Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, crawl, and climb as required.
Frequent use of hands for signaling and equipment handling.
Occasional lifting of 50-75 lbs.
Vision requirements include close, distance, peripheral, depth, and color vision.
Work Environment
Outdoor construction environments with exposure to weather conditions.
Exposure to moving mechanical parts, asphalt materials, and equipment.
Moderate to loud noise levels.
Work schedules may fluctuate and may include travel or out-of-town work.
What CRH Offers You
Highly competitive base pay
Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
Group retirement savings program
Health and wellness programs
An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion
Equal Opportunity Employer
Idaho Materials & Construction, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.
EOE/Vet/Disability
CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
AI tools may be used in certain stages of the employment lifecycle, such as candidate review; however, all final employment decisions will be made by a person.
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We are seeking an experienced Paving Foreperson to lead and oversee daily asphalt paving operations. This role is responsible for supervising paving crews, coordinating resources, ensuring jobsite safety, and delivering high-quality work on schedule and within budget. The Paving Foreperson reports directly to the Paving Superintendent and serves as the on-site leader and safety champion.
While primarily a supervisory position, this role may occasionally assist with labor, equipment operation, and maintenance tasks as needed.
Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)
Safety & Leadership
Serve as the jobsite Safety Champion, ensuring the safety of crew members, subcontractors, and the public.
Enforce all company policies and OSHA, DOT, and EPA regulations.
Lead, supervise, train, and schedule paving crews.
Project Coordination & Execution
Plan and coordinate daily work activities, production goals, and jobsite organization.
Read and interpret plans, specifications, and work orders.
Oversee quality control and finished product standards.
Coordinate asphalt deliveries, supplies, trucking, traffic control, and grade crews.
Communication & Customer Interaction
Communicate professionally with customers, inspectors, coworkers, and the public.
Act as the primary on-site representative for paving operations.
Reporting & Documentation
Maintain accurate time, material, and production records.
Submit daily crew timecards with proper coding.
Track equipment usage, labor hours, quantities, and yields.
Field Support (as needed)
Perform field measurements and calculate job quantities.
Assist with general labor duties such as shoveling, raking, or laying asphalt.
Operate heavy equipment if trained and authorized.
Travel between multiple jobsite locations.
Qualifications & Work Requirements
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disability to perform the essential functions.
Education & Experience
High school diploma or GED preferred.
5-10 years of asphalt paving experience, including supervisory or lead experience.
Equivalent combination of education and experience considered.
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Strong understanding of asphalt paving methods, equipment, and materials.
Proven ability to lead and motivate work crews.
Ability to read plans, grades, and specifications.
Knowledge of DOT, OSHA, EPA, and CDL regulations.
Strong math skills for quantities, yields, rates, and percentages.
Ability to communicate effectively in one-on-one and small-group settings.
Strong organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills.
Basic computer and keyboarding skills.
Licenses & Certifications
Valid Driver's License required.
Commercial Driver's License (CDL) preferred.
Core Competencies
Safety awareness and compliance.
Leadership and teamwork.
Sound judgment and decision-making.
Planning and organization.
Professionalism and adaptability.
Dependability, punctuality, and initiative.
Quality-focused with a continuous improvement mindset.
Additional Information
Subject to drug testing, medical exams, and physical agility testing.
Regular and reliable attendance is required.
Physical Requirements
Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, crawl, and climb as required.
Frequent use of hands for signaling and equipment handling.
Occasional lifting of 50-75 lbs.
Vision requirements include close, distance, peripheral, depth, and color vision.
Work Environment
Outdoor construction environments with exposure to weather conditions.
Exposure to moving mechanical parts, asphalt materials, and equipment.
Moderate to loud noise levels.
Work schedules may fluctuate and may include travel or out-of-town work.
What CRH Offers You
Highly competitive base pay
Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
Group retirement savings program
Health and wellness programs
An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion
Equal Opportunity Employer
Idaho Materials & Construction, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.
EOE/Vet/Disability
CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
AI tools may be used in certain stages of the employment lifecycle, such as candidate review; however, all final employment decisions will be made by a person.
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