Assistant Foreman/Tank Builder

Phillips Tank & Structure; Kailua (HI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay with annual reviews

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Phillips Tank & Structure is seeking an Assistant Foreman in Kailua, HI. This role requires strong communication and organizational skills to assist the Foreman in project and crew coordination, ensuring safety and productivity at the job site.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, the ability to lift 50 lbs, and a valid driver’s license. Competitive benefits include health insurance, 401(k), and team-based culture.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Willingness to learn and follow safety policies.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Foreman in coordination of projects and crew members.
• Act as a point of contact with customers and subcontractors on site.
• Maintain high safety standards and perform regular job-site observations.

Skills

Strong communication and organization skills

Ability to solve problems and suggest system improvements

Basic computer skills (Excel, Word, Office)

Welding ability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Welding machines

Forklifts

Air tools

Job description

About PTS

Phillips Tank & Structure (PTS) is a growing, team-oriented nationwide tank construction company headquartered in Braddock, Pennsylvania, just outside of Pittsburgh. We have over 190 employees and branch offices in Texas, California, Kentucky, and Hawaii. PTS specializes in designing, engineering, repairing, and constructing above‑ground metal storage tanks and related structures, including welded tanks, bolted tanks, and geodesic domes. Our active projects span the petroleum, power, chemical, and renewable fuels industries. We are committed to quality and on‑time delivery, providing an excellent working relationship based on integrity and professionalism.

Why Choose PTS?

• Positive Work Culture: Employees experience a healthy blend of creativity, accountability, motivation, and improvement through team‑based interactions.
• Professional Development: Growing opportunities for advancement and a systems‑based approach to training help employees find the path to success.
• Intellectual Satisfaction: Building unique and challenging projects across the country is an exciting endeavor.

Our Core Principles

• Service: The primary expectation is to focus on service to customers, co‑workers, and suppliers.
• Planning and Problem Solving: Organize and remain efficient, always seeking better ways to achieve results.
• Personal Development: Assist coworkers’ growth while pursuing one’s own development through mentorship and teamwork.

Assistant Foreman – Kailua, HI

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist the Foreman in coordination of projects and crew members to provide optimum service.
• Act as a point of contact with customers, vendors, and subcontractors on site.
• Represent PTS in a professional, positive manner to customers and employees.
• Allocate individual job tasks based on crew skill sets, budgeted hours, and job sequence.
• Facilitate harmonious working relationships to prevent problems and conflicts.
• Perform regular job‑site observations (safety and quality) to guide crew members.
• Serve as intermediary between crew members, informing them of policies, procedures, and PTS requirements.
• Ensure employees follow proper safety policies and procedures.
• Maintain high standards of safety, quality, and productivity.
• Establish supervisor‑level understanding of all assigned projects.
• Understand and follow drawing packages.
• Mentor less experienced crew members, specifically SSI and SSC.
• Supervise and instruct on tasks, equipment, and tools.
• Operate power tools, air tools, welding equipment, testing equipment, and safety gear proficiently.
• Set up and operate welding machines, generators, and air compressors.
• Operate heavy equipment, including forklifts, skid steers, and aerial lifts.
• Know crane operations and use, including rigging and signaling.
• Assist in caring for and maintaining all tooling and equipment.
• Assist in receiving, inspecting, and inventorying all material.
• Help keep the job site clean and orderly.
• Assist the Foreman with trailer inventory requirements.
• Submit accurate, neat, and orderly documentation promptly.
• Present the Foreman with completed JSA and daily equipment inspection documentation, and delegate AF as discretion allows.
• Complete S309 Weekly Safety Checklist documentation for the Project Job Book and Safety record.

Requirements

• Strong communication and organization skills.
• Ability to solve problems and suggest system improvements.
• Basic computer skills (Excel, Word, Office).
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Willingness to learn.
• Minimum age 18 years.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Eligibility to work in the United States.
• Willingness to authorize background checks.
• No criminal convictions for dishonesty, sexual misconduct, violence, or acts of terrorism.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Willingness to authorize motor vehicle driving record checks.
• Willingness to submit to pre‑hire, random, and post‑incident drug and alcohol testing.
• Welding ability is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive pay with annual reviews.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Great culture of teamwork, learning, and development.
• Paid time off (accruing immediately).
• Team environment where you matter.

To Apply

If interested, complete the job application from our website at www.phillipstank.com/careers. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.