Job Description

Terus Construction Ltd. is an integrated road construction and materials manufacturing company, which has been building roads in British Columbia and the Yukon Territory for over 30 years through decentralized business centers.

Road construction, asphalt paving, aggregate production, hot mix asphalt and ready-mix concrete supply are the core activities. In addition, the Company acts as general contractor on civil construction projects, including excavation, utilities, concrete placement, sidewalks, and curbs, and in all kind of road construction related activities.

Over 800 jobs every year are performed through more than 20 decentralized business centers, such as highway rehabilitation, airport construction, industrial, municipal and commercial work, subdivisions. More than 550 employees are locally employed.

Terus Construction provides challenging and rewarding opportunities in an entrepreneurial, diverse, inclusive and respectful work environment. As our growth creates new career opportunities, likely there is the right one for you!

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Valley Blacktop, a division of Terus Construction Ltd., is seeking an Asphalt Plant Operator. This position is based in Revelstoke, BC.

Job Summary

Reporting to the Superintendent, the Asphalt Foreman directs and manages all on-site construction workers, subcontractors and equipment, enforcing the company\xe2\x80\x99s direction, policies, procedures and safety standards, while meeting construction deadlines. This position is a working foreman, who works alongside the crew.

Main Responsibilities

• Ensure the sufficient deployment and productivity of work crews.
• Ensure materials and equipment is available and organized.
• Organize and coordinate the daily activities of all crew members, subcontractors, and equipment.
• Represent the company professionally in the community and maintain ongoing good business relationship with customer base and suppliers.
• Read and interpret project plans and specifications.
• Review and adhere to construction schedules, ensuring milestones and completion dates are met.
• Lead and direct people, equipment and resources in the construction of roads.
• Ensure consistent and fair application of the progressive disciplinary policy.
• Promote, execute and adhere to the company\xe2\x80\x99s safety program, and encourage all employees, sub-contractors and consultants to adopt safety as an integral component of regular duties.
• Prepare and submit incident reports and WCB reports within the specific deadlines.
• Administer and submit daily reporting.
• Train and promote the development of subordinates in the best practice of operations and company standards.
• Must ensure a solid understanding of and comply with the principles of the company\xe2\x80\x99s Code of Ethics. Ensure its application in performing his/her regular duties.
• Other duties as required.

Employment Requirements

• Knowledge of road construction methods, road construction materials and industry requirements.
• Extensive experience in the paving industry and experience in the supervision of construction crews
• Strong leadership
• Ability to read and understand engineered plans and contract documents
• Knowledge of union collective agreement and company policies and procedures
• Must be able to meet all safety requirements and applicable safety policies
• Ability to work well with others
• Valid class 5 driver\xe2\x80\x99s license and clean current drivers abstract

We offer a competitive compensation package with a comprehensive benefit plan and a pension plan. In addition the Company offers many development opportunities through tailored training programs.

To apply, please visit: www.terusconstruction.ca

Terus Construction Ltd. offers opportunities for qualified people who want to grow in our high-performance organization including competitive salary and benefits package, along with in-house training, an incredible work environment, and career advancement opportunities.

Must be able to meet all safety requirements including pre-employment drug/alcohol testing.

We would like to thank all applicants for submitting their resume. However only applicants selected to be interviewed will be contacted.

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