Foreman, Trades ​/ Skilled Labor, Building Maintenance

Overview

The Foreman position exercises independent judgment and supervises and directs a group of workers engaged chiefly in one occupation. Non-exempt role;
Reports to the General Foreman or Supervisor;
Performs a variety of routine duties within established policies.

• Upholds company safety guidelines to all employees under his/her direction
• Interprets blueprints, sketches, written and/or verbal orders
• Assigns duties, lines up and follows up all work and is responsible for production of the unit
• Inspects work to ensure adherence to company standards
• Trains and assists workers in the performance of their duties
• Supervises and coordinates activities of assigned construction workers
• Interprets company policies to workers and enforces safety regulations; analyzes and resolves work related problems
• Implements safety programs
• Ensures job site materials and equipment are in good condition
• May maintain time, production, and other records
• May study schedules and estimate worker-hour requirements for completion of job
• Performs additional assignments per supervisor's direction

• High school or equivalent
• Minimum two (2) years of experience as a Mechanic A/Journeyman
• Knowledgeable in his/her craft, in order to lead others in the same craft
• Possesses basic leadership/mentor skills
• Able to plan/coordinate multiple job tasks at the same time
• NCCER Crew Leader Certification preferred
• Written pre-employment qualification test
• Post-offer drug/alcohol screen and physical evaluation
• Job site safety requirements as required by the client (clean shaven, long sleeves, steel toe boots, etc.)
• Safety equipment as required by the client (hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, respirator, hearing protection, safety harness with lanyard, etc.)
• Applicant/employee must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of others in the workplace

May be required to do the following: climbing ladders, scaffolds, structures, etc. above and below ground level; maintaining balance on ladders, scaffolds, structures, etc.; reaching in all directions; handling and manipulating objects and materials; coordinating the movements of eyes, hands and fingers to operate tools and equipment; lifting 30 to 50 pounds from ground level, waist level, and/or overhead; carrying objects, tools, equipment, etc.;

standing / sitting; walking; pushing; pulling; bending; kneeling; crouching/squatting; seeing with or without correction; hearing with or without correction; wearing respirator and other PPE; typing / data entry; stepstool use; work in excessive heat; work in excessive cold; work in loud environment

May be required to do the following: follow set procedures and standards; follow oral or written directions; knowledge of federal, state and company standards and regulations; ability to read and write; ability to recognize and report safety hazards; interpret written plans and blueprints; applying basic mathematical skills; planning work and selecting proper tools; comparing and understanding differences in the size, shape and form of lines, figures and objects;

picturing and evaluating solid objects from drawing or diagrams using standards that can be measured or checked; ability to communicate with others effectively; ability to work in a team and get along with others; ability to learn new tasks; remember processes, maintain focus, and complete tasks; ability to remain calm under pressure; manage time and expectations across multiple projects; ensure that work is done in a consistent manner and in compliance with directions

Location:

industrial maintenance and construction sites

• Mobility Barriers to Access Job Site: uneven ground level; obstructed pathways; work performed at low and/or high elevations; work performed in confined areas
• Climatic/Environmental Conditions at Job Site: predominantly outdoor climate; may be exposed to extreme hot or cold weather, excessive humidity, rain, etc.; various noise levels caused by tools, machinery, equipment, etc.; potential exposure to chemical substances