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Foreperson Trainee (Asphalt Paving) - Omaha, NE (Omaha, NE, US, 68138) @ CRH Jobs

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<p><span style="font-size:12.0px;font-family:'andale mono', monospace"><span style="background-color:#ffffff"><span style="color:#000000"><img src="https://rmkcdn.successfactors.com/c53088e5/d343d53e-7336-4275-a6fa-4.png"></span><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"> </span></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Job ID: 525668</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">OMNI Engineering, a CRH company, started its business in 1985 in Omaha, Nebraska. OMNI is involved in heavy highway construction as well as private and commercial site construction. Its primary business involves the manufacture and placement of asphalt for roads, city streets and parking lots. Currently, OMNI Engineering employs around 200 employees and remains a competitive force in the Omaha market.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black"> </span></p><p style="margin:0.0in 1.0in 0.0in 0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black"><strong>Position Overview</strong></span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in 11.7pt 0.0in 0.0in;text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">The Foreperson Trainee is learning the duties of asphalt and construction production including paving, mill work and associated equipment operation. This includes applying safety and people leadership skills as well as coordinating the activities of workers engaged in asphalt construction. Duties include but are not limited to running associated equipment, laboring, quality control, directing work, scheduling and the safety of all employees</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in 11.7pt 0.0in 0.0in;text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0in 11.7pt 0.0in 0.0in;text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black"><strong>Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Manages, and communicates with Management, issues affecting personnel, safety, maintenance, production efficiency, product quality, and current and upcoming projects.</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Works with customer on delivery of our construction services. </span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Reads and interprets plans and specifications to accomplish tasks.</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Ensures compliance with City, State and Federal regulations in all areas. </span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Works with the Quality Control Department to ensure products meet production and project specifications.</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Conducts safety meetings and other employee correspondence as required.</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Performs and documents safety, production and compliance reporting.</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Reviews and submits payroll as well as maintains related documentation. </span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Organizes and accounts for daily delivery of material, fuel consumption and mileage sheets</span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Assures all appropriate job-related documentation and reporting is captured and maintained.</span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Assist with other duties and projects as assigned.</span></li> </ul> <p style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"> </p> <p style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black"><strong>Qualifications </strong></span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">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 accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disability to perform the essential functions.</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in 13.5pt 0.0in 0.0in;text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0in 13.5pt 0.0in 0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black"><u>Education/Experience</u></span></p> <ul> <li style="background-color:white;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required; and one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.</span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Experience in the operation of asphalt equipment or other directly related industry experience preferred.</span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Ability to obtain OSHA 30 certification. </span></li> </ul> <p style="margin:0.0in 13.5pt 0.0in 0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0in 13.5pt 0.0in 0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black"><u>Work Requirements</u></span></p> <ul> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Must be 18 years in age or older. </span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Must pass pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check. </span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license. </span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook.</span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Willingness to work independently within a team environment and assist the team with other duties as required. </span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Report to work dressed appropriately and ready to begin work at the designated start time. </span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Regular and consistent attendance is required and must be willing to work nights, weekends and holidays when necessary.</span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Individuals are required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) in designated operations and production areas as stated by OSHA and/or MSHA, Company Policy and specific Job Site Requirements. </span></li> </ul> <p style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black"><u>Knowledge/Skill Requirements</u></span></p> <ul> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Knowledge of asphalt types, classifications and materials.</span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Knowledge of paving techniques, best practices, and paving equipment. </span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Ability to operate equipment safely and efficiently under a variety of working conditions. </span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Ability to recognize hazardous conditions.</span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Ability to work collaboratively with a team in a fast-paced and complex environment, as well as being able to work independently with attention to detail. </span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Ability to follow oral and written instructions from supervisors to complete assigned tasks. </span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Demonstrated ability to train, motive and lead employees.</span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Willingness and ability to work in and adapt to changes in circumstances, tasks, customer needs and other conditions that may affect their daily responsibilities.</span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Ability to cope well in stressful environments and communicate professionally.</span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Demonstrate a strong dedication to meeting the needs and expectations of our internal and external customers.</span></li> </ul> <p style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black"><strong>Physical Requirements</strong></span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in 9.0pt 0.0in 0.0in;text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.</span></p> <ul> <li style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Able to communicate with others by email, telephone and in person.</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Able to utilize a computer for processing, email communication, and preparation of documents and presentations.</span></li> <li style="line-height:normal;background-color:white;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:black;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">While performing the duties of this job, the employee is <em>regularly</em> required to read, talk, and listen. </span></li> <li style="line-height:normal;background-color:white;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Able to regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.</span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Ability to frequently talk, hear, walk, stand and sit as well as occasionally required to reach, bend, use hands and fingers to manipulate objects or controls, climb or balance, stoop, kneel and crouch.</span></li> <li style="background-color:white;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.</span></li> </ul> <p style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"> </p> <p style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black"><strong>Work Environment</strong></span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles and outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. A variety of noise levels, adverse weather conditions, and complex job sites are to be expected daily. Proper clothing, PPE (personal protective equipment) is required, and safety precautions should be taken to ensure your safety, and the safety of others in all conditions. While performing non-field duties in this position, the environment is typical of an office setting and the noise level is usually quiet to moderate.</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"> </p> <p style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0in;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;font-style:italic"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">The statements included in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job. Other duties may be assigned as required. Requirements for this job are subject to modification by the Company and its designees, and reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.</span></p><p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black"><strong><u>What CRH Offers You</u></strong></span></p> <p> </p> <ul> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Highly competitive base pay</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Group retirement savings program</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Health and wellness programs</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion </span></li> </ul> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0pt 0.0in"> </p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black"><strong><u>About CRH</u></strong></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest! </span></p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Omni Engineering, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.</span></p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">EOE/Vet/Disability</span></p> <p style="text-align:center"> </p> <div> <p style="text-align:center"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">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. </span></p> </div> <p style="text-align:center"> </p> <p style="text-align:center"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black">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.</span></p>

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