Core Commitments:

The Concrete Foreman/Crew Lead will practice the following Core Commitments for

Thompson Concrete.

• Work together with and lead the team

• Follow Values, Vision and Mission

• Develop, Coach and Teach Others

• Assist the development of the plan with Field engineer and Superintendent and Project Manager

• Willingness to learn and develop

• Willingness to receive training

• Be a Role Model 

• Communicate (Be a problem solver)

• Respect employees, clients, and community

• Treat co-workers fairly and with the fundamental respect that everyone deserves in the workplace

• Be cost conscious of Time, Material, and Equipment

• Remain current with technology and training

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ROLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead Crew in performing duties assigned by Superintendent/Project Manager 

• Monitor Performance of Crew and make corrective measures when needed to achieve production goals

• Understanding and navigation of drawings

• Set Forms (Bulk Heads, Wall Forms, columns, piers, structural decks, and scaffolding system.  With multiple different types of lumber)

• Understanding of Plumb, Level, and Straight

• Take care of tools 

• Operate equipment/tools (Skid Steer, Telehandler, Saws, Impacts, Drills, etc.)

• Elevation Control (Laser, Builder’s Level)

• Layout Knowledge (Pull tape from Hubs/Laths)

• Knowledge of hand tools

• Share knowledge with Crew in each respective area to continue development of team 

• “Train Your Replacement” (Robert Sykes)

• Have Morning Huddle Daily

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BASELINE QUALIFICATIONS:

The Concrete Foreman/Crew Lead will possess the knowledge, skill, and/or ability in the following areas essential to perform the functions of the position.  

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Education and/or Experience

• Ability to read and understand construction drawings

• Knowledge of construction build sequence of the work

• Valid driver’s license or State ID

• Reliable transportation

• Knows how to lead people and drive results for the overall project success.

• 3 years related experience or training

• Equipment certifications (Thompson will train if necessary)

• 30 hour OSHA certification (Thompson will train if necessary)

Language / Communication Skills

• Good Listening Skills.

• Willing to Learn

• Effective communication with team members

• Have an idea or solution if a problem arises

Mathematical Skills

• Math (Add, Subtract, Multiply, and Divide)

• Be able to read a tape measure 

• Convert tenths to inches

• Ability to use Fractions and Percentages

Interpersonal Skills

• Ability to effectively present information to your Superintendent or Project Manager

• Be a coach to your crew

Availability/Dependability

• Able to work 5 to 6 days a week

• Expect early start times and long days (Times will vary from job to job)

• Be on time daily

Physical Demands

• Properly lift objects up to 50 pounds.

• Push and pull heavy objects

• Work in strenuous conditions with minimal breaks

• Ability to work at Various heights

• Work with multiple types of tool

Work Environment

• Work involves exposure to outside weather conditions and concrete, dirt, dust, fumes, and/or loud noise levels.

• Be aware of surrounding operations

Tools Requirements/Clothing Attire

• Cloths with no large holes and no cut off shirts

• Rubber Boots

• Sturdy Leather work boots

• Tape Measure

• Hammer

• Utility Knife

• Pliers

• Square

• Chalk line

• 6” level

• Tool Belt (capable of holding screws, nails, hammer, pliers, tape measure, utility knife, Square, Chalk line.)

ENSURES A SAFE WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Safety at all times (Hard Hats, Safety Glasses, High Vise at all times)

• Sets example by following safety guidelines including but not limited to wearing PPE on jobs, staying aware of surroundings, etc. 

• Attends and participates in Tool Box Talks and provides input for Safety Task Analysis

• Complies with proper safety procedures

• See something say something 

PARTICIPATES IN TRAINING / CERTIFICATIONS:

• CPR and First Aid Certification

• 30 hour OSHA

• Approved career related training

• Rigging/Hoisting, Crane Certificate

• Special equipment certificates (Thompson will provide training if needed)