Are you a Leader, who likes to get their boots and hands dirty?

Do you have extensive knowledge of civil earthwork construction practices?

Can you operate construction machinery (excavator, skid steer, and dozer)?

Do you know how to read construction blue prints and drawings?

Are you knowledgeable in Pipelaying?

Do you know how to operate a GPS and call for Locates?

Are you organized and know how to schedule people and work?

If you are all of the above... Rite-X would like to hear from you as we are seeking a dedicated Working Foreperson to join our growing team!!

The ideal candidate must have a comprehensive understanding of civil earthworks, excavation and trenching processes, pipelaying, machine operation, and a clear understanding of how to complete work while implementing all applicable safety regulations.

This is a HANDS-ON position which will combine both supervisory duties, along with physical involvement in the work.

The Working Foreperson must ensure that the crew(s) remain productive, compliant, and motivated, while ensuring operations are completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with plans, specification, and all company standards.

The ideal candidate must be able to display five (5) years of experience in civil construction, with at least two (2) years in a foreperson or leadership role.

Responsibilities for this role include, but are not limited to:

- Supervise earthwork activities, including trenching, grading, pipelaying, backfilling, and machinery operation.
- Interpret site plans, blueprints, and project layouts for all civil activities.
- Understand, follow and maintain all safety protocols (provincial,



municipal, company, and client required), and ensure that all team members are in compliance with the same.
- Coordinate with various stakeholders, the office, and with other trades to maintain workflow.
- Assign tasks and monitor progress, quality, and productivity of all team members.
- Assist with setting grades.
- Troubleshoot site issues and resolve conflicts promptly.
- Maintain accurate logs and records, including, but not limited to, labour, materials, and equipment usage.
- Conduct jobsite inspections and safety talks as required.
- Work with the crew on required tasks.
- Mentor and educate junior team members.

Required Competencies and Attributes:

- Highschool diploma, or equivalent; technical or trade training highly preferred.
- A minimum of five (5) years previous experience in civil construction, with at least 2 years in a foreman or leadership role.
- Dependable leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Solid knowledge of excavation techniques, including digging, trenching, grading, setting catch basins, pipelaying, soil conditions, and shoring practices.
- Knowledge of earthworks machinery and operation.
- Strong knowledge of applicable building codes and legislation.




- Ability to pass any client required security screenings, police and/or background checks.
- Must be flexible to work remotely (in various parts of Ontario) for 1-2 weeks at a time.
- Must have a valid AR drivers license and a clean driver's abstract.

Preferred Skills and Experience:

- Experience with GPS and other technology used in earthwork practices.
- Excellent communication skills, written and oral.
- Computer literacy.
- Excavation machinery certifications are a highly regarded asset.

Work Environment:

- Work is performed on construction sites, which will involve exposure to outdoor weather conditions.
- Will require lifting and physically demanding tasks.

Work Locations: GTA and surrounding areas, along with work from home (1-2 weeks at a time). We thank you for your interest in a career with Rite-X, but only those applicants who have been considered for the position will be contacted.

Pay: From $42.00 per hour

Benefits

- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Vision care

Application question(s):
- In a short paragraph, share with us your civil earthworks experience.
- In 3 words, share with us your Leadership style.
- What construction earthworks machinery are you able to comfortably operate?

Education:
- Secondary School (required)

Experience:
- Construction Supervisory: 2 years (required)
- Civil Earthworks: 5 years (required)

Licence/Certification:
- AR Driver's License & a clean driver's abstract. (required)

Willingness to travel:
- 50% (required)

Work Location: On the road

📌 Civil Construction - Working Forperson (Greater Toronto Area)
🏢 Rite Excavation Limited (Rite-X)
📍 Greater Toronto Area