Co-Foreman

Groundworks; Inver Grove Heights (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Boots provided

Tuition reimbursement

Employee ownership

2 weeks PTO

Holidays

Certification program

Tools & transportation provided

Job summary

Groundworks in Minnesota is seeking a motivated Co-Foreman to advance from Installer to site leader. You will work with a Foreman to plan daily tasks, mentor a crew, and ensure quality, safety, and customer satisfaction on local jobs.

This role offers hands-on leadership training, a clear path to a Foreman, competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for advancement within Groundworks’ nationwide team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience.
• Strong communication skills, ability to motivate, and be a team player.
• Experience leading crews or small teams required.
• Previous experience working in construction/home services and/or trade work or general labor.
• Basic construction or mechanical knowledge.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Lead a high-performance crew under Foreman supervision.
• Review job specs to determine materials, tools and equipment before site reports.
• On-site installation with guidance from Foreman and national team.
• Communicate with customers before, during and after completion of jobs.
• Plan, schedule and coordinate work, accounting for labor hours and productivity.
• Mentor crew and assist in leadership in Foreman’s absence.
• Ensure safety, quality, and timely job completion per standards.

Skills

Leadership experience

Communication skills

Team player

Construction experience

Education

High school diploma / GED

Tools

Trade tools

Job description

Are you ready to take the next step from skilled Installer to jobsite leader?At Groundworks, North America’s leader in foundation solutions, our Co‑Foreman are driven professionals who are ready to build their skills to grow into a Foreman position. Working side‑by‑side with an experienced Foreman, you’ll learn how to lead crews, manage daily jobsite operations, and uphold our standards for quality, safety, and customer satisfaction. With hands‑on leadership training, industry-leading certification program, and a clear path to advancement, this role is built for those who want to develop their leadership skills while continuing to do impactful work in the field.The Co-Foreman is a leader as well as a contributor on our crew and an integral part of our success. The Co-Foreman coordinates tasks and assignments based on work priority, schedules, objectives, and workforce availability. The Co-Foreman assists with monitoring the progress of a project and keeping it on track from a time and budgetary standpoint.Duties and ResponsibilitiesAssists Foreman with leading a high-performance team serving customers in a local market/areaReviews job specifications to determine materials, tools, and equipment needed prior to reporting to job siteAssess conditions of the job once on-site; set forth plans based on time allotment, tools needed, and order of work – assign duties to your crew for work to be performedInstall products and services with support of a national team of trained professionalsInnovate and troubleshoot situations as needed based on requirements to complete the job to meet company standards and timetablesProvide customers with superior quality and service while onsite performing workEnsure all final documentation is done completely/accurately and is given to the proper partiesSafely, correctly, and efficiently loads and unloads materials, tools, and equipment, and cleans truckSafely, correctly, and efficiently performs installation duties according to instructions, methods, standards and timetables provided by the Foreman and CompanyDrives company vehicles in a safe manner and meets all requirements to operate a company vehicle.Assists in planning, scheduling, and coordinating work, accounting for labor hours and productivityAssists in supervising, leading and mentoring a crew of two or more people; leads crew in absence of ForemanCommunicates with customer before, during and after completion of job, addressing any changes in the job prior to implementing changesCompletes necessary paperwork, check-in and check-out procedures, as neededKnowledge of trade specific tools for installations and correct use and care of equipmentAbility to Lift heavy objects up to 22 kg, and walks and stand for long periods of timePerforms strenuous labor often under adverse conditionsFoster a positive team environment by building strong relationships and inspiring mutual trust, professionalism, integrity, and respect.Adhere to and promote Company workplace policies and procedures, including, but not limited to, the policies related to safety and against bullying, harassment, violence or discrimination in the workplace.Uphold the Company’s positive image and reputation in the community.It is an essential function of this job that the employee regularly and reliably reports to work on time each working day.Perform other duties as necessary or assigned.QualificationsHigh school diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience requiredStrong communication skills, ability to motivate, and be a team playerExperience leading crews or small teams requiredPrevious experience working in the construction or home services industry and/or trade work or general labor requiredBasic construction or mechanical knowledgeMust have a valid, non-restrictive driver’s licenseEnters crawl spaces and other confined areasWorking ConditionsThe position lifts heavy objects and/or up to 50 lbs., walks and stands for long periods of time and performs strenuous physical labor.The employee lifts, pushes, pulls or carries objects; uses abdominal and lower back muscles to provide support over time without fatigue; and effectively lifts and carries heavy loads.The position requires good manual dexterity (hand, hand and arm, two hands) and multi-limb coordination. It also requires the ability to quickly move arms and legs.The employee must have excellent stamina.Seeing with the ability to read reports, data, statistics and information on computer screens are required.What We Offer:Competitive base pay + bonus paid per jobBest-in-class certification program creates path to real career growthTools & transportation to the job site providedFree pair of Red Wing Boots provided every yearPerformance opens doors to elite recognition, trips & eventsAnnual Tribe Appreciation Tour, holiday & volunteer eventsUpward mobility - we promote from within 80% of the timeWhen you win, you own it—our Employee Ownership Program lets you share the upsideTuition Reimbursement Program - we invest in your development!Work-life balance - 2 weeks PTO and 6 paid holidaysUS: Affordable and comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, long & short-term disability, company-paid life insurance, 401(k) and company match & paid maternity leaveCanada: Affordable and comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, long & short-term disability, and company paid life insuranceThe anticipated salary range is the expected hiring range for this role in Minnesota is $18.27 - $21.50. Final compensation will be based on an evaluation of each candidate's qualifications, relevant experience, demonstrated capabilities, and work location.