Junior Field Operations Coordinator

About the role

Plumbing Operations Coordinator (Hybrid) at Alco Plumbing Heating AC Inc. Salary: $60,000 – $70,000 per year (based on experience). Location: Santa Ana, CA. Full‑time, Monday–Friday. Focus on commercial & industrial plumbing operations. No mandatory licenses or certifications required. This role supports the Project Manager and field teams on active job sites, helping keep daily operations organized, assisting with project coordination, and ensuring field crews have what they need to execute work efficiently. Ideal for someone hands‑on, detail‑oriented, and ready to learn the operational side of commercial TI projects from the ground up. You will work closely with the PM and Field Operations Manager, gaining exposure to scheduling, logistics, labor coordination, and jobsite communication while developing into a reliable operational support lead.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Project Manager with coordinating daily field activities across multiple commercial TI projects.
• Support communication between field crews, GCs, clients, and vendors to maintain clear project updates.
• Help track labor hours, material deliveries, and jobsite logistics to keep projects on schedule.
• Ensure safety protocols and quality standards are followed on all active job sites.
• Identify potential field issues early and escalate them to the PM or FOM before they impact schedule or cost.
• Provide administrative and operational support including documentation, photos, reports, and field notes.
• Contribute to a high‑accountability culture by supporting and reinforcing company standards with field staff.

Requirements

• 1–3 years of experience in construction, field coordination, or a related fast‑paced environment.
• Basic understanding of plumbing systems or mechanical trades (commercial experience preferred).
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to track labor, materials, and jobsite needs.
• Clear and professional communication skills for interacting with GCs and site personnel.
• Comfortable with technology, including tablets, smartphones, and construction software (we use Bluebeam and Procore).
• Willingness to travel to job sites as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Experience supporting project managers or field supervisors.
• Familiarity with cost tracking or basic project budgeting.
• Exposure to apprenticeship programs or mentoring junior field staff.
• Bilingual in Spanish is a plus.

Benefits

• Weekly pay cycle for consistent income.
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
• Paid parental leave.
• Medical HRA reimbursement.
• Retirement savings and potential profit‑sharing opportunities.
• Company vehicle or mileage reimbursement for jobsite travel (project‑dependent).
• Tool replacement program and provided PPE.
• Access to paid training, certifications, and apprenticeship pathways.

Pay

$60,000 – $70,000 per year (based on experience).

Schedule

Monday – Friday.