Hydroseeding Foreman

About the job

McKee Utility Contractors, a MasTec Company, is currently hiring for a Hydroseeding Foreman. Reporting to the Division Manager, the Foreman directs and manages all on-site construction workers, subcontractors, and equipment, enforcing the company’s direction, policies, procedures, and safety standards, while meeting construction deadlines.

Company Overview

McKee Utility Contractors is a family-founded and operated company with over 40 years of proven expertise in water and wastewater line installation, tunneling, boring, and concrete structure construction. Since our beginning, we have been dedicated to delivering the critical infrastructure that strengthens communities and supports a higher quality of life.

Our deep knowledge of soil bore analysis, local environments, and regional regulations - combined with our uncompromising commitment to safety, on-time delivery, and strategic planning - has established McKee as a trusted partner for reliable, efficient water and wastewater system construction across multiple regions.

McKee is part of the MasTec Clean Energy & Infrastructure (CE&I) business segment. The CE&I segment generates over $4.5 billion in annual revenue, providing construction services across our renewables, industrial, infrastructure, and general building operating groups. Sustainability and safety are foundational to our culture and influence everything we do.

MasTec, a minority-owned Fortune 500 company, has shaped the construction industry for more than 90 years. With over 35,000 employees and 400 offices nationwide, we provide flexibility and career growth in dynamic work environments. Join one of the largest construction firms in the country (Engineering News-Record [ENR]: #1 in Power, #16 Top 50 Domestic Heavy Contractors, #13 Transportation Contractor).

• Lead and direct people, equipment, and resources for hydroseeding in daily field operations.

• Track daily labor hours, materials used, loads applied, acreage/square footage completed, equipment usage, and job progress.

• Engage in open communication with the Superintendents, Project Managers and Project Engineers also report any issues which could affect the project plan.

• Organize and coordinate the daily activities of all crew members, subcontractors, equipment and utilize corrective action to keep the project on time and on budget.

• Direct proper mixing and application of seed, fertilizer, mulch, tackifier, soil amendments, and other specified materials.

• Coordinate crew assignments, equipment, materials, water supply, and jobsite logistics.

• Plan work in an efficient and effective order, maximizing progress in a safe and timely manner.

• Perform and oversee daily equipment inspections, cleaning, lubrication, preventative maintenance, and minor repairs.

• Read and interpret project plans and specifications.

• Operate hydroseeders, trucks, pumps, hoses, loaders, skid steers, and related equipment as needed.

• Must ensure a solid understanding of and comply with the principles of the company’s Code of Ethics. Must examine situations considering the principles of the Code of Ethics.

• Ensure all new hires receive their required orientation, and attend company designated training. Monitor and manage employee attendance, ensuring the timely arrival and participation of all crew members, and notifying employees of rain days, prior to the start of the work.

• Delegate tasks and accountabilities, instruct, supervise, lead, and direct all crew.

• Liaise between the company and employees on a variety of employee related matters.

• Comply with relevant legislation regarding employee management, terminations, and resignations. Handle and thoroughly investigate all employee concerns.

• Liaise with the Human Resource department on a variety of employee related issues, including employee development, recruitment, benefits, training, terminations, and investigations.

• Ensure consistent and fair application of the progressive disciplinary policy, as necessary.

• Other Employee Supervision duties as required.

• Promote, execute, and adhere to the company’s safety program, and encourage all employees, subcontractors, and consultants to adopt safety as a culture. Conduct daily and weekly safety meetings and inspections.

• Review safe work plans/hazard assessments with crew prior to job commencement.

• Work with Safety Department to investigate damage, incidents or near misses in the worksite, and ensure proper procedures are carried out according to the Company’s Safety Program.

• Work in a safe, responsible manner to not intentionally or unintentionally injure oneself, or endanger the wellbeing of others.

• Participate as a vital team member, and contribute towards the success of the organization, which may involve the provision of other technical and administrative support, as required.

• Promote a team approach and maintain dialogue with all employees to exchange information and gather ideas.

• Train new employees on hydroseeding procedures, equipment operation, material handling, jobsite expectations, and proper cleanup.

• Collaborate with any project teams on other special initiatives, as required.

• Knowledgeable about and follow the company’s safety policies and procedures as described in the company’s safety manual.

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. preferred

• Class 5 Drivers License or equivalent required.

• Previous hydroseeding, landscaping, erosion-control, construction, or heavy-equipment experience preferred.

• Knowledge of road construction methods, road construction materials and industry requirements.

• Ability to work early mornings, extended hours, and occasional weekends as project schedules require.

• Working knowledge of hydroseeding equipment, pumps, engines, hoses, spray systems, and material mixing.

• Ability to read job plans, specifications, work orders, maps, and application instructions.

• Ability to perform basic calculations involving square footage, acreage, material quantities, and application rates.

• Able to meet the physical requirements of the position which involves sitting, standing, bending, climbing, lifting (up to 50 pounds), working at heights, in confined spaces and in all types of weather conditions (rain, snow, heat etc.).

What's in it for You

Financial Wellbeing

• Compensation commensurate with experience

• Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase

• 401(k) with company match & Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

• Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care)

Health & Wellness

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) - coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children

• Diabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan, Pet Insurance, Weight Management Drug Discount

• Discounted National Gym Membership Network

Family & Lifestyle

• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave

• Military Leave, including Benefits Continuation

• Employee Assistance Program

Planning for the Unexpected

• Short and long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment

• Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity coverage

• Emergency Travel Assistance Program

• Group legal plan

*Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility: If you need accommodation as part of the employment process, contact ceicareers@mastec.com. Due to the high volume of applications received, we are unable to respond to individual requests regarding application status. Please log into your candidate profile for up-to-date information. *

MasTec, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasTec's policy to comply with all applicable state, federal and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

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