Houck Mechanical Foreman

The Mechanical Foreman lays a key role in field operations. The Mechanical Foreman will assist in directing on-site workers as well as a liaison between the workers, supervisors, and GC's to represent Houck in a positive manner. This is a field working position with the expectation that job site safety is at the utmost importance. The Mechanical Foreman will report directly to the Superintendent or Project Manager.

EEO Employer/Protected Veteran/Disabled

Essential Functions

• Assist on projects by performing tasks under the supervision of the Superintendent or Project Manager while providing onsite leadership on projects by overseeing the installation of work and procurement of materials. This employee shall be responsible to keep all materials, tools, and equipment in an orderly fashion. They will also demonstrate safe work habits and proper care of tools and equipment.

• Train and mentor millwrights and welders.

• Communicate with customers during project execution, and to sell additional services.

• Install, service or maintain industrial machinery, equipment, or systems

• Install piping and fluid handling systems

• Install, modify or service conveyor systems

• Build, install or modify duct systems

• Metal fabrication duties, including cutting, grinding, etc.

• Demolition of equipment, machinery, or structures

• Basic civil projects, including concrete repairs, boring, core-drilling, wall patching, etc.

• Structural steel erection or modification, including mezzanines, platforms, supports, etc.

• Read and comprehend various schematics.

• Experience directing jobs and teams, a plus.

• Should be service and customer-service oriented.

Skills/Qualifications

• Comprehension of blueprints, schematics, and specifications

• Ability to develop material lists and determine equipment necessary for the project

• Use of hand and power tools

• Use of measuring devices

• Crane signaling

• Proficient with common welding processes (GTAW, GMAW, SMAW) - hold or have held welding certifications

• Cutting tools and techniques, including oxy-acetylene torch, plasma, jet-arc, etc.

• Experienced in machine/equipment service and repair (i.e. bearings, drives, shafts, etc.)

• Proficient in equipment alignment and leveling techniques

• Equipment operation, including scissors and boom lifts; all-terrain, shooting boom, and industrial forklifts

• Ability to work at heights from ladders or work platforms

• Pipe bending, fitting, threading, and welding

• Understanding of different materials (5.S., C.S., Al, etc.)

• Familiarity with ductwork systems and typical installation techniques

• Operation of service trucks and non-CDL trucks

• Complete tasks independently with supervisory oversight

• Comprehends and practices safe working practices according to Company policy and customer requirements

• Computer/smartphone operation, including Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel

• Paperwork and documentation, including timesheets, PO Requisitions, etc.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

While performing the duties of this position, the Mechanical Foreman is required to:

• Will be required to regularly stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb stairs and ladders.

• Will be required to regularly drive.

• Regular lifting and moving of up to 50 lbs. Seldom lifting of up to 100 lbs.

• Will be required to work indoors and outdoors; will be exposed to various weather conditions, including both cold and heat.

• May be exposed to persistent excessive noise and fumes, gases, or chemicals.

Travel

Travel is very often. Travel to job sites, visiting with customers, etc,

Out of state travel and overnight stays are occasional

Educations and Experience

Highschool diploma or GED

Proven experience working in the mechanical industrial field

Individual has 2-5 years' experience and or has a knowledge base equal to a person of 2-5 years' experience.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract