Construction foreman Jobs in Omaha, NE

30-35 per hour

Assists the various craftsmen in the performance of their work within a particular construction work area and in accordance with generally accepted standards of the craft

Supervises workers assigned to area of responsibility to ensure construction complies with drawings and specifications and meets quality standards

Acts as the competent person on the job by identifying existing and predicable hazards which are unsanitary, hazardous or dangerous to employees and halting any operation or removes employees from environments that may be dangerous

May mix cement, using hoe or concrete mixing machine

Load, transport, unload, and furnish experienced craft worker with materials, tools, equipment, and supplies

Clean work area and restock supplies and materials as necessary

Rigging of mobile and stationery scaffolding on structures in accordance with corporate guidelines

May assist in lifting, positioning, and securing of materials and workpieces during installation

May perform minor maintenance or cleaning activities of journeyman's tools and equipment

Perform other routine duties as directed by craft worker

May remove rough or defective spots from concrete using grinder, hammer, and / or chisel. May patch holes

Supervises & coordinates the activities of assigned workers, establishes and adjusts work sequences to meet construction schedules, and communicates progress to superintendent

Ensures that workers know and understand the company's safety policies

Maintains liaison with customer's representative and advises superintendent and / or project manager of potential problems.

Requirements

• Workers should be able to : Follow specific directions; perform a variety of duties which may often change; work within standards of accuracy; repeat tasks of short duration according to a set procedure; evaluate information using measurable standards.
• Identify existing and predictable hazards to work surroundings, including working conditions that are unsanitary, hazardous or dangerous to employees.
• Identify existing and predictable hazards in work surroundings, including working conditions that are unsanitary, hazardous or dangerous to employees
• Must be able to demonstrate sufficient reading, writing and math skills to comprehend and explain company safety policies and material instruction
• The ability to read drawings is necessary
• Communicate effectively in order to supervise employees and maintain customer relations.
• Physically, workers must be able to : Stand or walk for long periods; lift and carry materials weighing 50 pounds or more; climb up and down ladders, scaffolds, and other objects and carry tools and equipment; and see (naturally or with correction)
• Abilities to work at heights, at extreme temperatures, and to wear company's safety equipment are essential.
• The understanding of using a tablet computer.
• Experience with production and material tracking.

Benefits