Foreman Pipefitter I

About the role

A Mechanical General Foreman will manage multiple crews in installing, assembling, dismantling, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing machinery for an industrial new construction plant. They will work on the construction of machinery involved in industrial construction.

Responsibilities

Supervises and coordinates the Foreman and activity with craft workers to ensure that work is done safely, correctly and in a timely manner. Uses knowledge and understanding of the technical installation requirements for the work under his/her supervision, to include drawings, specifications, procedures, and codes. Follows direction from supervisor.

• Lead Safety Meeting/Toolbox Meeting
• Perform Audits
• Manage Quality Control
• Manage Timesheets
• Address issues with solutions

Works with industry-specific and high complex precision machines including but not limited to ball mills, ID fans, lube coil skids, turbines, conveyors, generators, hydraulic systems, pumps, gears, bearings, compressors, etc. Will plan, inspect, verify and document scope of work. Uses precision leveling and alignment tools in order to measure angles, material thickness and small distances with calipers, squares, micrometers, optical instruments and other tools.

Will fit bearings, align gears and wheels, attach motors and connect belts according to manufacturer’s blueprints and drawings. Will dismantle machines using hammers, wrenches, crowbars and other hand tools. Assembles and installs equipment such as shafting, conveyors, and tram rails. Assembles machines and bolts, welds, rivets and fastens machinery to foundations or other structures using hand tools and power tools.

Operates engine lathes, grinders, and files. May construct foundations for machinery. Fabricates and installs parts, equipment and machinery by measuring, cutting, drilling and/or welding. Turns machine parts to dimensional specifications. Will unload, inspect, move and set equipment into position using cranes, hoists, dollies, rollers and trucks.

Uses rigging and hoisting devices such as chokers, chain falls and come along to move equipment / materials into place. Conducts preventative maintenance such as lubrication and fixing or repairing worn parts.

Requirements

Must have at least 5 years of experience as a Foreman. Must be able to supervise multiple crafts. Must have experience with industrial machinery installation, repair, and maintenance of various machines and equipment. Must know how to read blueprints, schematic drawings and engineering specifications.

• Minimum 4-5 years industrial construction/maintenance experience
• Must have reliable transportation and be able to work 7 days as needed
• Must have all Journeyman Precision Millwright hand tools – tool list to be provided

Qualifications

Demonstrated industrial construction/maintenance history experience. Knowledge of hand tools, power tools and layout tools such as lasers, ultrasonic measuring and alignment tools, plumb bobs, cutting torches, welding machines, hydraulic torch wrenches, hydraulic stud tensioners, soldering guns and metal working equipment that includes lathes and grinding machines.

• Knowledge of industrial machinery and equipment
• Understand load properties of cables, ropes, hoists, and chains
• Demonstrated ability to use certified hand signals
• Organization and time management
• Good problem-solving abilities
• Good aptitude and manual dexterity
• Knowledge of math concepts, geometry, and layout
• Demonstrated ability to lead others and provide detailed instructions
• Good reading comprehension
• Ability to work with others – team player
• Ability to work independently – minimal supervision
• Good communication skills with co-workers and supervisors
• Commitment to safety rules and regulations

Physical Requirements

Employees will be required to adhere to large amounts of standing, walking, bending, squatting, sitting and lifting. Will talk and hear to communicate. Will use arms and hands to signal, grab, hold, turn, push, and pull: objects, materials, controls and tools. May be required to pick up, lift, carry and move up to 50lbs.

Will work at heights, climb ladders and stairways, and may occasionally work off of platforms/scaffolding using the appropriate fall protection requirements. Must be able to work in all weather conditions (including heat, rain, cold and wind) while wearing appropriate PPE. Will be required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including but not limited to: hard hat, safety glasses/ spoggles , ear plugs, masks/respirators, hi-vis safety vests, leather gloves and leather steel-toed work boots.