Asphalt Foreman

Who We Are:

For over 116 years and across four generations of family ownership, Brooks Construction Company, Inc. has stood for Family, Integrity, Respect, Safety, Teamwork, and Quality in the civil construction industry. Based in Fort Wayne, Indiana, with over 270 employees, Brooks Construction provides asphalt, concrete, earthwork, and pipe operations across northern Indiana and northwestern Ohio using best practices and innovative techniques to give our customers a quality product.

Job Summary

The Asphalt Foreman primarily oversees asphalt paving operations, with the flexibility to support asphalt patching as needed to meet scheduling or production demands. This is a working foreman role, requiring both hands-on participation in daily operations and effective leadership of an asphalt crew. Responsibilities include managing people, equipment, materials, safety, quality, productivity, and overall job performance.

The foreman will be expected to work extended hours, including weekends and occasional nights, to meet project deadlines. In addition to supervising, this individual will actively train and mentor crew members, demonstrating proper techniques and ensuring tasks are completed to standard. The foreman is accountable for the care and utilization of assigned equipment, materials, and crew on each job site.

This role requires close collaboration with customers, project managers, general contractors, and subcontractors to ensure work is completed accurately, safely, and on schedule. The Asphalt Foreman reports directly to the Superintendent while coordinating with Project Managers assigned to specific jobs.

Essential Job Duties/Responsibilities

• Oversees all aspects of asphalt paving, patching, and related operations for assigned crew
• Leads a crew of employees, which includes scheduling, training, coaching, and motivating team members
• Coordinates job site activities with other crews, contractors, and customers
• Ensures assigned equipment is properly operated, maintained, and serviced
• Maintains compliance with job site safety requirements and company policies
• Ensures finished product meets quality standards and customer expectations
• Performs basic layout, surveying, and calculations for areas and asphalt quantities
• Maintains accurate records including dailies, material tickets, equipment maintenance requests, equipment orders and releases, and quality control plans and logbooks
• Communicates and resolves work-related issues such as grades, milled surfaces, and personnel concerns
• Inspects materials and corrects irregularities to maintain product quality
• Assists crew with all phases of work, including hands-on labor and equipment operation
• Develops and trains crew members in asphalt operations and equipment use
• Operates and loads/unloads construction equipment as needed
• Makes timely decisions to resolve job site problems effectively
• Completes dailies to accurate cost coding for equipment, labor, and materials
• Engages in regular communication with plant operators, quality control staff, dispatchers, superintendents, INDOT personnel, and subcontractors
• Works extended hours, including nights and weekends, as required

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED required
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in asphalt work
• Previous hands-on construction experience preferred, with knowledge of heavy highway and private paving work, including operation of paver screws and automatics
• Must have, or be willing and able to obtain and maintain, a valid Class A CDL driver's license with Tanker and Hazmat Endorsements
• Must maintain an active driver's license
• Willingness and ability to join the appropriate local union

How to Apply:

Online: Visit www.brooks1st.com/jobs to access our online Employment Application by clicking "View Open Positions and Apply Now!". Please include a resume if you have one.

Why Join Brooks Construction?

At Brooks Construction Company, we believe in building more than roads-we build careers, communities, and a legacy of excellence. Based in Fort Wayne, Indiana, with over 270 employees, Brooks Construction provides asphalt, concrete, earthwork, and pipe operations across northern Indiana and northwestern Ohio using best practices and innovative techniques to give our customers a quality product.

Our team-based approach ensures that every employee has the opportunity to make a meaningful impact. Whether you're starting your career or bringing years of experience, you'll find a supportive environment that values your contributions and fosters professional growth. ​

What We Offer – Union Positions

At Brooks Construction Company, we are proud to collaborate with the Laborers, Operators, and Teamsters unions to provide our union employees with exceptional benefits that support their health, financial security, and overall well-being.​

Health & Welfare Benefits:

• Comprehensive Medical Coverage: Access to high-quality health insurance plans, including medical, dental, and vision care, ensuring you and your family are well-protected.​
• Prescription Drug Plans: Affordable prescription coverage to meet your medication needs.​
• Telemedicine Services: Convenient access to healthcare professionals through telemedicine platforms.​
• Member Assistance Programs (MAP): Confidential support services for personal and professional challenges.​

Retirement & Financial Security:

• Pension Plans: Participation in robust, multi-employer pension plans that provide a stable and secure retirement income.​
• Retiree Health Coverage: Continued health benefits into retirement, offering peace of mind for you and your family.​

Additional Benefits:

• Life and Disability Insurance: Protection for unforeseen events, ensuring financial support when it's needed most.​
• Training and Apprenticeship Programs: Opportunities for skill development and career advancement through union-sponsored training initiatives.​

For more detailed information about the specific benefits associated with your union, please refer to the respective union's resources or contact your union representative.

Join us in shaping the infrastructure of northern Indiana and northwestern Ohio. Be part of a team where ordinary people do things extraordinarily well. ​