General Foreman Pipefitter

Position Summary

A Pipe Fitter General Foreman will manage multiple pipe crews as they assemble, layout, install and maintain pipe systems in all phases of industrial new construction.

Qualification Highlights

• Must have 5+ years working as an Industrial Pipefitter

• Must have 3+ years of supervisory experience.

• Must be proficient in managing crew, time, and costs.

• Must have good leadership and communication skills.

• Must have experience on a new construction project. 

   

Position Responsibilities

• Read blueprints and specification to determine the scope of work: locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required.

• Identify all tools required for tasks.

• Identify safety risks and the precautions required to eliminate those risks.

• Illustrate in-depth knowledge of all pipe fitting processes.

• Tactically plan operations for scheduling workloads in crews efficiently utilizing assets and resources to minimize cost.

• Manage Crews in regards to processes, scheduling, costs, employee relations issues, and employment needs.

Required Qualifications

• Demonstrated industrial construction/maintenance history experience.

• Ability to read prints and construction drawings.

• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and manufacturers manuals and instructions.

• Demonstrate expert knowledge on the pipe fitting processes for industrial piping and boiler components for an industrial new construction plant.

• Organization and time management.

• Good problem-solving abilities.

• Good aptitude and manual dexterity.

• 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 Zachry values and safety rules and regulations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Zachry ROF’ed employee.

• Former Zachry Employee.

• Basic Computer efficiency

• Formal/technical education.

Reports to Position

This position will be responsible for multiple crews that will be led by foreman. Each crew may range from 5-15 employees. Foreman of the crews will answer directly to this position.

Physical Requirements

• Employee 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. 

ZACHRY is dedicated to providing a Safe and Drug-Free work environment and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.