Field Foreman

PURPOSE: The purpose of this position is responsible for the entire crew of a skilled tradesperson(s) who constructs the wooden framing of a residential home, including walls, floors and roof, including employee supervision.

• Responsible for measurement, cutting, assembly and erection of materials and components.


• Utilize various tools including nail guns, circular saws, drills, etc.


• Experience with anchor, align, plumb, level, brace, nail and tie together erected components.


• Work at elevations and standing within stabilized trusses on top of walls to install truss components.


• Adhere to and follow all applicable OSHA and Erickson Companies safety standards and requirements.


• Assisting in identifying and correcting hazardous situations and acts by fellow employees and notifying supervisory personnel


• Enforce and ensure safety standards and safe work practices


• Conduct a daily jobsite hazard analysis

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operating and maintaining company vehicles, forklifts and equipment


• High degree of specific and general knowledge pertaining to home building and residential construction


• Maintaining accurate time keeping for employees


• Adhering to Erickson's quality control standards


• Time and material management during construction process


• Assisting Safety Department and Superintendents in the accident investigation process, determining root cause and corrective actions


• Eliminating or minimizing jobsite hazards


• Maintaining clear and precise communication with Superintendents, Safety Department and Management

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

• Involves a combination of formal training, on-the-job learning and practical skills.


• Understanding and use of various hand and power tools.


• Knowledge of wood and construction materials


• Must provide original, valid, and unexpired document(s) that satisfy the Form I-9 employment


• Must pass a drug screen

SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Ability to work at heights (6-30' +)


• Adherence to safety regulations


• Lifting up to 100 lbs