Sheet Metal Shop Foreman

• Job Title: Sheet Metal Shop Foreman
• Department: Operations
• Reports To: Shop Manager
• Type: Full-Time
• FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
• Hours: 40+ hours per week
• Pay Rate: $30 – $45/hour

VHV is a full-service mechanical construction contractor specializing in high-quality plumbing, piping, and HVAC systems for commercial, industrial, and institutional clients across Vermont and New Hampshire. Headquartered in Winooski, VT, we’ve been building trusted relationships and delivering innovative solutions for over 75 years.

At VHV, you’re not just an employee—you’re an owner. As a 100% employee-owned company, we value teamwork, integrity, safety, continuous improvement, and treating each other with respect. Join a team committed to excellence, collaboration, and growth.

• Know & Do What’s Right
• Committed to Improvement
• Team Focus

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Responsible for the oversight of shop activities and supervision of staff performing tasks related to the fabrication, assembly and welding of ductwork, dampers and other items required to support the work being performed at various construction sites.

Typical responsibilities include but are not limited to assigning tasks and ordering materials to meet schedules, organizing training, maintaining shop equipment, assessing and planning workload, assisting in the preparation of cost estimates for fabricated items and the recruiting and performance assessment of staff.

• Team player
• Leadership qualities
• Integrity
• Dependability
• Detail-oriented
• Solid decision-making skills
• Driven
• Approachable
• Punctual
• High standards for quality and excellence
• Good customer service skills

• Highly proficient in all forms of metal forming techniques and knowledgeable in the materials used including metal, aluminum and stainless steel
• Responsible for upholding SMACNA and VHV Build Standards
• Experienced in the reading and interpretation of drawings and sketches for items to be fabricated.
• Proficient in development of hand developed sketches/drawings necessary to perform shop fabrication from information provided by field personnel
• Manage the ordering and delivery of materials and tools necessary to perform the fabrication and assembly of all shop work
• Ensure communication with VDC team, project managers, and job foremen to assess opportunities for shop fabrication work and develop plan for related workload
• Regularly meet with Labor Coordinator to plan for resources required to meet current and future labor needs related to schedule
• Responsible for safe usage of lulls, forklifts, straps and chains
• Oversee quality control measures to ensure all shop work is free of defects and in conformance with specifications provided
• Proficient in the set up and operation of hand and power tools common to the sheet metal trade
• Ensure timely delivery of fabricated materials to the field
• Identify production fabrication equipment required to meet current needs and investigate new technology that would enhance shop and field efficiency
• Knowledge of relevant safety equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to meet company, VOSHA and OSHA standards
• Inspect equipment on a regular basis and ensure maintenance is performed as necessary
• Ensure maintenance and upkeep of the company building and grounds
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• OSHA 30 certification
• Five plus years experience in mechanical and HVAC industry
• Five plus years experience in welding industry and related certifications
• Possess basic computer skills with a good understanding of shop-related software programs
• Experience in management and supervision of staff
• Ability to demonstrate strong leadership skills
• Be able to mentor team members and assist in their development
• Ability to quantify and track productivity and to identify and introduce measures for improvement
• Strong understanding of the function and operation of all shop equipment
• Possess strong practical problem-solving skills
• Ensure conformance to all company, customer, State and Federal safety regulations
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret technical specifications, architectural drawings and construction…