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Job: Foreman/Operator

Rhoades Construction

Foreman/Operator

Rhoades Construction

Job Description

Job Type: Hourly

Wage: $28/hr.

Location: Canon City, CO.

Job Description:

Rhoades Construction is looking to hire a working Foreman/Operator to manage the jobsite, project progression, maintain a safe working environment for our teammates, customers, and the public.

Responsibilities:

· Effectively operate heavy equipment in a safe manner at all times, in effort to eliminate damage and injury when excavating in the vicinity of underground utilities (communication, power, natural gas, water, etc.)

· Oversee small crew to ensure projects are being completed timely, according to specs and site plan

· Establish daily crew goals and assign duties

· Communicate with Project Manager

· Evaluate crew members performance and provide coaching

· Complete daily paperwork (ie. Daily reports, safety sheets, timesheets, etc.)

· Perform routine inspection and preventative maintenance on all equipment and report any defect or needed repairs.

· Ensure a safe work environment in compliance with all safety policies and procedures.

Requirements

· Have a valid driver’s license and a clean MVR

· Be able to pass a drug and background check

· Must be able to read engineered site plans

· Must be proficient in reading and setting grades, site surveys and staking, engineered plans and specs.

· Must have experience in installing water main, sewer main, storm sewer

· Maintain high quality work

· Must be well versed in performing excavation activities using heavy equipment such at excavators, skid steers, loaders, backhoes, rollers, etc.

· Perform daily maintenance and safety checks on tools and equipment

· Strong work ethic

· Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions

· Must be punctual and reliable and have the ability to meet attendance schedules with dependability and consistency.

· Must be willing to work and travel between Canon City and Salida for extended periods of time, when needed.

· Willing to work hours that are associated to the construction industry, including overtime, and weekends if needed.

Starting pay at $28/Hr - depending on experience

Pay: From $28.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching

**Disclaimer: The duties and responsibilities described above are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee, time to time; the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands. Click “View Application” below for more detail on this specific job.

Application Link

Apply By: October 20, 2026

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