Trade Foreman - Pipe

Company Overview

RK Industries (RK) is a second‑generation family‑owned business built on hard work and strong values. Led by brothers Rick and Jon Kinning, we deliver custom construction, manufacturing, and building services with a focus on safety and quality.

The Pipefitter Foreman leads mechanical teams, overseeing all phases of piping installation with precision and efficiency. Responsibilities include crew coordination, daily task planning, layout problem solving, and ensuring code compliance to deliver projects on time and within scope.

• Provide a safe work environment for RK crews and all job site personnel.
• Ensure customer satisfaction and maintain positive professional relationships.
• Work within trade‑specific project budget limits.
• Guarantee quality craftsmanship on trade installations.
• Plan installation approaches and procedures for the trade.
• Coordinate CPMI for the trade.
• Schedule daily and weekly trade activities.
• Handle trade‑related material, tool, and equipment requisitions.
• Maintain appropriate journeyman‑to‑apprentice ratio.
• Resolve conflicts among crew and stakeholders.

• High school degree or GED preferred or equivalent combination of skills and experience.
• Journeyman or Master license required.
• Good physical condition, able to stand for extended periods.
• Good dexterity and eye‑hand coordination.
• Aptitude for technical problem‑solving.
• Familiarity with building codes and current laws/regulations.
• Ability to keep tools and work area clean and orderly.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Expert knowledge of trade tools, equipment, and materials.
• Keen eye for detail.

• Work outside, inside, and in dusty, noisy and hazardous areas.
• Work in high places, tight places, confined spaces and/or other adverse locations.
• Climb, balance, squat, kneel, and crouch as needed.
• Work in all types of weather.
• Ability to lift, move, and/or carry up to 50 lbs.