Foreman/Tank Builder (Pennsylvania local)

Foreman- Pennsylvania local

Statement of Purpose

To provide satisfying, long-term work opportunities for our dedicated employees - We believe that there is pride to be gained in performing productive work, and there should be great satisfaction in achieving results as a team. Our efforts will be spent towards continuously improving the health, strength, and quality of the company. We believe our collective success will generate value that supports our families and benefits our communities.

Phillips Tank & Structure (PTS) is no ordinary tank construction company. We specialize in the complex and fast-paced environment of tank repair on a nationwide scale. No two tanks are alike, so when they need repair, they often pose unique or complicated technical issues. Our experienced engineering staff are well-versed in API 650, API 653, AWWA D100, AWWA D103, API 12D, and other tank specifications.

We build and repair welded above-ground storage tanks (ASTs), bolted tanks, and related structures. We also inspect, install, and repair tank systems such as aluminum geodesic dome covers, aluminum internal floating roofs (IFRs), IFR mechanical shoe seals, liquid level gauges, fire protection systems, silo support structures, industrial storage tanks, and heating and insulation systems.

Job Duties and Responsibilities but not limited to:

• Should live within 125 miles of Braddock (Pittsburgh), PA
• Foremen are responsible for providing site supervision and site-based senior leadership of a PTS construction project.
• Acts as point of contact with customer, vendors and subcontractors on site.
• Works to maintain Safety, Quality and Productivity.
• The Field Foreman is responsible for understanding the contract scope of work and for the identification of field-initiated scope changes (change orders).
• Provides leadership regarding Safety on the jobsite. Fosters a Safety Culture within the crew.
• Provides leadership regarding Quality on the jobsite. Eliminates “go-backs”, rejected or sloppy work.
• Enhances field productivity. Consistently perform projects under budget and on time.

• Balances customer satisfaction with profitability of the project. Keeps customers happy yet protects the company regarding scope changes and barrier time.
• Provides craft knowledge and experience to the crew. Expertise in several areas of PTS specialty work (welding, structural erection, tank repair, new tank construction, rigging etc.)
• Evaluates field employees and identifies those who are candidates for promotion. Provides guidance and training to assist in their development. Communicates the employee evaluation information to Construction Managers and HR.
• Assists Construction Managers and HR in recruiting field workers.
• Responsible for the care and maintenance of all tooling and equipment, and immediately calling equipment off rent when no longer needed
• Utilizes experience and skills to identify opportunities for improvement of company practices and resources.
• Represents PTS in a professional, positive light to customers and employees.
• Provides a positive contribution to pre-construction planning effort.
• Communicates well with the support staff (i.e. Design, Purchasing, PM, Admin)
• Knows and understands the estimated manhours and scope on projects prior to job start.
• Works with PM in tracking progress weekly (Field Labor Reports).
• Works with Safety Specialist, Construction Administration and HR to assure that employees assigned to upcoming or ongoing work have received the necessary training and certifications.
• This may include safety training, DOT, OQ, welder testing, and site-specific requirements.
• Completes all necessary paperwork i.e. – daily time sheets, safety and quality audits, customer required paperwork, equipment inspections etc.
• Advises Project Management of potential problems, work interferences, and schedule difficulties; assists in resolving such problems, as required.
• Provides complete, final, project paperwork to Design Group at end of projects for creating of the Final QC Book.

Compensation and Benefits:

Compensation: Hourly wage based upon experience and skill set, plus per diem (to cover meals and lodging). Normal hourly wage paid for work-related travel (no overtime). Non-union. Occasional prevailing wage. Non-exempt.  Pay periods are weekly. Direct deposit is available.

Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision benefits are available on the first of the month following a 30-day probationary period. Phillips Tank pays approximately  60% and employee pays 40% of medical benefit premiums. Employee pays 100% for vision and dental benefit premiums.

Shift: Project work schedules vary. However, a typical work shift is daylight (10 hours per day, 5 days per week).

Status: Full-time employee (subject to project availability and work schedules.)

NOTE: Compensation, benefits, and other position details are subject to Phillips Tank’s policies and procedures.