Foreperson

Preferred Materials - Concrete Division, part of CRH South Division, is a leading supplier of ready mix concrete, concrete block, rebar and building materials in the state of Florida, providing the highest product quality and service in the construction industry. With headquarters in Tampa, Florida, and operations in five key Florida markets, Preferred Materials provides municipalities, developers, architects, engineers, contractors, builders and suppliers a wide variety of construction materials and products. Our employees make Preferred Materials a great place to work. We promote a strong safety culture, where employees take responsibility for their own safety.

This position provides direct supervision of a gunite crew to insure that all assigned projects are completed within the scope of the designated specifications for the job, and in accordance with established principles for the placement of structural concrete. This position is further responsible for insuring that all work is performed in conformance with all safety and environmental regulations.

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

• Report to work on time when scheduled.
• Directs and controls work schedule provided by plant supervisor or manager.
• Communicates with plant and/or contractors with regards to schedule.
• Determine access for job site and direct equipment so no damage of property occurs.
• Direct crew with details of project to complete task according to blue print specifications.
• Knowledge and experience of all positions and able to rotate to that position if seen necessary.
• Safely operates power equipment.
• Performs all duties in conformance to appropriate safety standards.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty to Preferred Materials Inc. guidelines.

Education/Experience

• 2+ year(s) of prior gunite or shotcrete experience is required.
• No specific or formal education is required for this position; however, a high school diploma or GED is desired.
• ASA Nozzleman Certification is also not required but is highly desirable.

Knowledge/Skill Requirements

• Working knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions common to the construction industry.
• Working knowledge of the methods, materials and tools used in the construction industry
• Working knowledge specific to the potential hazards associated with pneumatically applied concrete and the appropriate precautions to insure job site safety.
• Working knowledge of the duties and responsibilities of all members of a gunite crew.
• Skill in operation of the tools and equipment specific to gunite and concrete.
• Knowledge and understanding of the fundamental principles of structural concrete.
• Ability to read and follow blueprints
• Basic understanding of the fundamental principles of structural concrete.
• Ability to perform heavy manual task under varying weather conditions.
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively direct the activity of others.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to move freely with no physical restriction(s) with regards to standing, walking, climbing, lifting, bending, kneeling, or reaching overhead.
• Must be able to push/pull or lift 50 lbs.
• Must be able to climb approximately 6 feet.
• Must be able to spend at least 85% of the day standing and 25% of the day walking on surfaces such as concrete, gravel, wood and metal and sometimes on slippery and wet surfaces.

Work Environment:

While performing the duties of this position, the employee regularly works in outside weather conditions and may be exposed to extreme heat, wet and/or humid conditions. The employee regularly works on construction sites where they may be exposed to uneven terrain, unstable soil conditions, and trip hazards. The employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts, and in the vicinity of hoses which contain materials that are driven by high air pressure. The employee will be exposed to the noise and dust associated with pneumatically applied concrete and will come into direct contact with wet concrete product(s). The employee must comply with all work rules, including those that pertain to safety, health, protection of the environment and property.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

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.

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!

Preferred Materials, Inc., a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability

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.