**Position Summary**
The Foreman - Mechanical (Sheet Metal) leads and supervises a small crew to safely and efficiently execute mechanical and sheet metal work in the field. This role is responsible for scheduling and coordinating daily activities, providing hands-on leadership, and ensuring productivity, quality, and safety standards are met. The Foreman may serve as a liaison between field teams, management, and clients to support clear communication and successful project delivery.
**Position Details**
+ Safety:
+ Facilitate a safe work culture.
+ Ensure crewmembers adhere to the standards for safe working conditions and are fit for work each day.
+ Conduct weekly "toolbox" talks.
+ Provide answers to technical safety questions or seek answers from a competent authority.
+ Participate in safety/incident investigations and reviews.
+ Complete incident and other safety reports within appropriate timeframe.
+ Ensure work area is consistently clean, safe, and organized.
+ Leadership & Supervision:
+ Ensure new crew members are oriented to the job.
+ Assess competency and capability of each crew member. Establish benchmarks to ensure that each meets required levels of quality and productivity.
+ Assign individual and crew tasks.
+ Coordinate on-the-job training for apprentices. Facilitate mentoring of apprentices by journeymen.
+ Set and maintain work standards. Outline behavioral expectations to ensure crew morale and productivity remain positive.
+ Promote, support, and facilitate teamwork.
+ Perform related craftwork along with crew.
+ Planning & Scheduling:
+ Understand project plans and schedules. Ensure the crew's daily and weekly activities meet production goals.
+ Identify and/or verify that all tools and materials required by the crew are available and complete.
+ Identify needs and deficiencies in the plan/schedule and communicate these to the appropriate persons.
+ Translate general work requirements into a prioritized plan for individual tasks and assignments.
+ Review and adjust specific project activities and task schedules to meet established production schedules.
+ Advise superintendent of equipment and material shortages.
+ Work with the crew to overcome work challenges.
+ Resolve or report any scheduling conflicts with other crews and contractors to the appropriate persons.
+ Quality Control:
+ Ensure that completed work meets standards. Recommend work processes that will improve productivity and product quality.
+ Ensure the crew works to job specifications and follows the plans/blueprints.
+ Inspect completed work and initiate timely resolutions to any problems.
+ Administration:
+ Prepare reports as required.
+ Maintain foreman's log or diary.
+ Ensure Task Hazard Analysis (THA) is performed and recorded daily at the start of the shift and before any tasks are performed.
+ Assist superintendent with determining project production and work progress.
+ Assist superintendent with completing quality reports.
+ Maintain accurate, daily timekeeping records. Document late starts, early outs, and absences.
+ Recommend personnel actions such as hiring, promotions and discipline.
+ Perform additional assignments as requested/needed.
**Qualifications**
+ Familiarity with other construction trades and crafts
+ Knowledge and understanding of OSHA safety regulations as well as company safety policies and procedures
+ Strong leadership and supervisory skills
+ Strong oral and written communication skills
+ Ability to problem solve and resolve conflicts
+ Ability to manage differences and diversity at the workplace
+ Strong planning and scheduling skills
+ Ability to handle administrative duties of position, including completion of required documents
+ Effective use of computers and other technology
+ High school degree or equivalent
+ 5+ years' experience as a qualified tradesperson
+ OSHA-30 certification (if not currently certified, must be obtained within six (6) months from date of hire)
+ An active Texas Journeyman Plumber license may be required for individuals performing and supervising work in this field.
+ Employment is contingent upon active membership in the appropriate local trade union.
**Benefits**
As a 100% employee-owned company, we are committed to supporting the well-being of our employees and their families.
For positions covered by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), wages and benefits-including health and welfare, retirement, paid time off, and other provisions-are determined in accordance with the applicable local union agreement.
In addition to union-provided benefits, employees may have access to company-sponsored programs such as:
+ Training and professional development opportunities
+ Company-supported career advancement and apprenticeship pathways
+ Wellness resources and employee support programs
Please note that specific benefits and eligibility may vary based on union affiliation, location, and the terms