Asphalt Paving Foreman - Travel Required

In 1979, Bettis Asphalt & Construction, Inc. began with a paving and maintenance operation and a dedication to service. Today the organization operates several lines of business that can cover all areas of need in a construction project.

The Bettis Group of Companies today include Bettis Asphalt & Construction, Inc., Bettis Asphalt & Construction Western Division, Mid-States Materials, LLC, Capital Trucking, LLC, Bettis Contractors, Inc., Bettis Fabrication, Capital Crane, LLC, Capital Ready-Mix, LLC, Heartland Rail Services, Koss Construction Company, Midwest Pavement Grinding, LLC, PCI Mechanical Services, and PTMW. From rock to road, construction to cranes, our ability to handle a complete job ensures both the best price and the best quality.

We self-perform the majority of tasks, maintaining strict quality control. Our client list grows steadily because we understand the importance of developing long-term relationships built on trust, performance, and reliability. See The Bettis Companies in action here.

Asphalt Paving Foreman

This is a traveling position!

Job Summary

The Asphalt Paving Foreman / Crew Leader will directly oversee a crew of personnel performing various aspects of an asphalt paving operation.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage personnel on crews
• Maintain quality of product (i.e. smoothness and thickness)
• Maintain and work with all asphalt paving equipment
• Communicate direction from Asphalt Paving Superintendent to staff
• Calculate materials including the spread rate and yield of asphalt
• Report quantities to supervisor on a daily basis
• Schedule and track crew's labor time
• Ensure all safety requirements are met
• Directly supervise 5-10 reports
• Schedule, supervise, and evaluate work of employees
• Participate and recommend the hiring, termination, promotion, and performance appraisal of subordinates
• Responsible for employee discipline, goal setting, counseling and training of subordinates
• Actions and decisions will impact loss of time, injury and damage, and has regular decision-making responsibility
• Holds regular contact with other crews and supervisory staff
• Must foster harmonious interactions and relationships and maintain basic standards of civility in the workplace
• Upholds acceptable attendance
• Is a productive team member that supports the team by going and assisting where needed
• Exemplifies our core values Teamwork Integrity Commitment
• Complies with all applicable safety, environment, health and waste management policies and procedures
• Ability to handle a great deal of stress over long periods of time. Adheres to the Code of Conduct, Confidentiality and Non-Disclosure Agreement, and Company Safety Policy

Other Duties

• Other related duties as assigned

Job Requirements and Education

• Over 18 years of age
• Eligible to work in the United States
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
• Complete and pass pre-employment testing, including a drug screen and physical
• High school education or GED equivalent
• 3-5 years working with hot-mix asphalt

Preferred Experience

• 2-5 years in heavy highway construction industry

• Ability to operate asphalt paving equipment

• Some travel may be required

• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred (Not required)

Excellent Benefits & Incentives!!

• 401(k)

• 4% match

• Profit sharing eligible after 1st year

• Health insurance (2 options)

• HDHP with Health Savings Account ($500 employer funded)

• PPO

• Dental insurance

• Vision insurance

• Paid time off

• Bonus opportunities

• Weekly pay

Bettis Companies. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace. Women, Minorities, and Veterans are encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.