Position: Structural Steel Foreman
Classification: Wage, Non-Exempt Position
Minimum Qualifications
A Foreman should have a minimum of 5 years of relevant field experience as an iron worker and be able to demonstrate a strong understanding of site safety, project scope and scheduling. Any foreman must possess above average communication skills and be able to effectively use all communication tools made available to him (phone, text, email). Because a Foreman is a trainer and coach, he should have strong skills with hand tools, power tools, a welder, torch, man lifts, crane signaling, rigging and so on.
Key Responsibilities
The hours of a Structural Steel Foreman are predicated by the client. We will work according to their expectations. The most important thing is to keep up with the schedule.
A Foreman will begin each day with a huddle wherein his crew will be gathered to learn about and discuss that day’s safety hazards, safety controls and work objectives. Each member of the crew should leave the huddle with a clear understanding of how he can be successful on that given day. This should be an opportunity to ask questions and get feedback from the Foreman. The Foreman is a communicator, trainer and facilitator. It is his primary objective to understand the scope of the job and keep up with the schedule. He should communicate clearly to the MMI Superintendent and Project Manager on a daily basis what his status is with regard to the outlined objectives given to him. He is responsible for the equipment on the job site, the condition and use of the company truck and the company tools. Foremen must delegate tasks appropriately to complete work on time. On small crews, it is expected that the Foreman will get the crew lined out and then jump in and be a productive part of the progress. In the event a Foreman is running a large crew (eight or more hands), he may need to maintain more of a communication role to make sure everyone on the crew is progressing as they should. As Foremen take responsibility for the company truck, a valid driver’s license if mandatory.
A Foreman will maintain his composure when things do not work according to plan. Remain calm and revise your plan. All company leaders are to be humble enough to recognize their own weakness and find resources to improve. All should be lifetime learners. A foreman is often times the face of MMI. It is imperative that our foremen embrace our company values. At all times, the company is to be represented as Honest, Humble, Hungry, & Hardworking.
Essential Job Functions
The Foreman should be physically capable of working outside in the elements, including extreme heat and cold, depending on the season and location of the job site. The Foreman must maintain the physical ability to work on the steel by being able to lift at least 75 pounds, be able to stand or be on his feet for several hours, climb ladders, maintain balance while working on an elevated apparatus, and maintain this work for up to 8 or more hours per day.
The Foreman must be able to maintain a flexible work schedule to accommodate the customer’s needs and expectations. This may include early a.m. start times or late p.m. end times. From time to time, crews may be asked to travel for work. Foremen must show some flexibility for occasional travel and be willing to take their turn on the road as demands arise.
Safety Sensitive Position
The Foreman is a Safety-Sensitive position as defined by Arizona’s laws regarding employment practices and working conditions because the Foremen are responsible for their own safety and the safety of their crews. See A.R.S. § 23-493 (9). Furthermore, the Foreman is essential in the maintaining or monitoring the steel construction process. Any malfunction or disruption in this process may result in injury or property damage. See A.R.S. § 23-493 (9) (b). Therefore, it is critical that the Foreman be alert and under no circumstances be impaired by any alcohol or drugs, whether lawfully or unlawfully obtained.
Compensation and Benefits
Wage will be addressed on an individual basis, but will be determined by factors that include experience, leadership, safety track-record, communication skills, understanding of scope, maintenance of schedule and so on. Benefits are defined in the company handbook in detail, but include health care benefits, 401(k), paid time off, holiday pay, etc. Employees who embrace all of our company values will have opportunities for advancement when vacancies present themselves so long as they are qualified.
EEO Statement
Milling Machinery, Inc. prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.
