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Mechanical Earthworks ForemanDorsey Excavating • Noblesville, IN, US
Mechanical Earthworks Foreman

Mechanical Earthworks Foreman

Dorsey Excavating • Noblesville, IN, US
16 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Earthwork Foreman – Lead Regional Civil and Heavy Construction for Dorsey Excavating


Job Overview:

  • Company: Dorsey Excavating
  • Salary/Pay Rate: $80,000 - $85,000 per year plus incentive opportunities.
  • Company - Provided Truck (Includes Fuel Card Plus & Vehicle Related Expenses)
  • Location: Noblesville, Indiana (Travel required)
  • Job/Employment Type: Full Time
  • Project Scope: Residential and Commercial Civil Earthwork
  • Mandatory Licences & Certifications: None Required


The Opportunity:

You will serve as a vital field leader, driving the successful execution of regional civil earthwork and site development projects. This role gives you the autonomy to direct operations and troubleshoot technical issues independently on-site.


You will join a growing, family-owned business that values your individual contribution, knows your name, and provides a clear path for long-term career advancement.


How You Will Make an Impact:

  • Direct daily field operations and coordinate critical excavation, grading, and site preparation tasks.
  • Supervise and mentor an on-site field crew of 3-5 professionals to ensure high-quality project delivery.
  • Interpret complex blueprints, grading plans, and layout stakes to guide daily heavy equipment operations.
  • Troubleshoot on-site GPS systems and resolve technical or mechanical issues independently to prevent delays.
  • Coordinate directly with project superintendents and other trades to manage daily schedules and timelines.
  • Monitor safety protocols and conduct daily hazard assessments to maintain complete OSHA compliance.


Required Qualifications & Experience:

  • Minimum of 5 years of experience specifically serving as an Earthwork Foreman or heavy civil field lead.
  • Proven ability to operate heavy equipment and successfully manage field crews of 3-5 employees.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints, grading plans, and layout staking.
  • Practical experience operating and troubleshooting heavy equipment grade control GPS systems.


Preferred Qualifications & Experience:

  • High School Diploma or GED.
  • Valid OSHA 30 certification.
  • Prior experience managing both residential and commercial earthwork operations.


Compensation & Benefits:

  • Competitive salary between $80,000 and $85,000 based on experience.
  • Production based incentive opportunities
  • 401(k) retirement savings program with a 3% employer contribution.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) available.
  • Weekly pay cycle
  • Paid time off including holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
  • Company-provided safety equipment and specialized manufacturer training.
  • Company- provided truck.
  • Access to company events and career advancement opportunities.


About Us:

Dorsey Excavating is a growing, family-owned civil construction company that has been delivering quality work for 35 years.

We pride ourselves on creating a supportive workplace where you are never just a number, aiming to be the last company you ever want to work for.


Dorsey Excavating is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.

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