Concrete Restoration Foreman

FORJAK Industrial; Eastmoor Subdivision (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

401(k) with company match

Health, Dental, Vision insurance

Life Insurance

PTO

Job summary

FORJAK Industrial is seeking a Restoration Foreman to lead a traveling crew across the country, supervising concrete restoration, demolition, coatings, and heavy equipment operations. You will guide a crew of 4–5 technicians, coordinating project timelines, safety, and client communication on the road.

This role demands strong leadership, deep concrete knowledge, and excellent organizational skills. Expect 95% travel with multi-day trips; long hours and a team-first attitude are essential for

Qualifications

• Valid Driver's License and auto insurance required for travel-intensive role.
• Previous experience as a Restoration Foreman or in a leadership role in concrete restoration, structure repair, or construction.
• Knowledge of concrete materials, repair techniques, pouring, finishing, coatings, and media blasting processes.
• Strong leadership and communication abilities to manage a crew and ensure project goals are met with teamwork and efficiency.
• Excellent organizational skills to manage multiple tasks, priorities, and project documentation.
• Strong attention to detail and quality assurance.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in physically demanding conditions, including awkward postures.
• Willingness to travel 95% of the time and work long shifts (10–12 hrs).
• Team-first attitude and collaborative spirit.

Responsibilities

• Travel nationwide ~95% with 5–10 day trips; FORJAK covers lodging, fuel, and meals after the first meal.
• Lead a crew of 4–5 restoration technicians and provide direction throughout each project.
• Oversee interior and exterior construction, including concrete restoration, floor repairs, and coatings.
• Direct concrete demolition operations and ensure safety and quality align with project specs.
• Manage concrete placement projects (slabs, sidewalks, approaches) with proper finishing.
• Supervise excavation and trenching per OSHA safety requirements.
• Oversee concrete surface restoration, epoxy injections, and rebar installation.
• Prep and coat concrete/steel surfaces using cleaning, grinding, and coating systems.
• Operate equipment like excavators, skid steers, and forklifts safely.
• Collaborate with the superintendent on plans, schedules, and resources.
• Serve as primary client contact on site and communicate progress and issues.
• Maintain daily reports and material usage; ensure transparency with superintendents/clients.
• Adhere to safety policies and assume miscellaneous duties as needed.

Skills

Valid Driver's License

Leadership experience

Concrete restoration knowledge

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Physical stamina

Willingness to travel 95%

Team player

Education

OSHA 10/30 certification

Job description

The Details

The DetailsDepartment |Traveling Restoration DivisionReports To | Traveling Restoration SuperintendentClassification | Non-ExemptCompensation | $29.12 to $39.12/HR + 4.00 Travel BonusSchedule | Typical workdays average 10–12 hours. This is a traveling position, with approximately 95% out-of-state travel with 5-to-10-day overnight trips. FORJAK covers all lodging, fuel, and meals after the first meal of travel.Travel | 95% — Nationwide

Built Differently. Owned Together.

The Role

The Restoration Foreman is a part of our Field Division. You'll be responsible for leading a crew of restoration technicians across the country, overseeing concrete restoration, construction, demolition, coatings, and heavy equipment operations on a wide variety of project types and environments. You're a natural leader who thrives on the road, leads from the front, and takes pride in delivering quality work on every project. This isn't a clock-in, clock-out job. This is a career with a company that has your back, and proof of that is written into our ownership structure.

What You'll Own

• Travel nationwide approximately 95% of the time; 5-to-10 day trips with overnight stays are the standard for this role. FORJAK covers all lodging, fuel, and meals after the first meal of travel.
• Lead a crew of 4–5 restoration technicians, providing direction, guidance, and support throughout each project's lifecycle to keep the team safe, productive, and on schedule.
• Execute interior and exterior construction projects, including concrete restoration, floor repairs and coatings, structural repairs, and miscellaneous construction work on various surfaces and environments.
• Oversee partial and full depth concrete demolition operations, ensuring work is performed safely and in accordance with project specifications and FORJAK's quality standards.
• Direct small, medium, and large concrete placement projects, including slabs, sidewalks, and approaches with steel trowel, edging, jointing, and broom finishes.
• Perform and supervise excavation and trenching operations in compliance with OSHA safety requirements and project plans.
• Restore concrete surfaces by overseeing and performing spall repair, crack repair, epoxy injections, shotcrete applications, and other proven techniques; install rebar and other strengthening measures as needed.
• Prep and coat concrete and steel surfaces through pressure washing, contaminant removal, wet/dry cutting, grinding, media blasting, and application of industrial coating systems.
• Operate small, medium, and large equipment, including excavators, skid steers, front-end loaders, forklifts, scissor lifts, and telehandlers safely and proficiently.
• Collaborate with the superintendent to develop work plans, schedules, and resource allocation to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients on the job site, ensuring clear communication of project objectives, progress, and any issues that arise.
• Maintain accurate daily reports, track material usage, and document project progress to ensure full transparency with superintendents and clients.
• Adhere to all company safety and work policies.
• Remain flexible, taking on miscellaneous duties as assigned by leadership to support evolving organizational needs.

Do You Have What It Takes?

You must bring:

• Valid Driver's License and auto insurance are required for this travel-intensive role.
• Previous experience as a Restoration Foreman or in a similar leadership role within concrete restoration, structural repair, or construction.
• In-depth knowledge of concrete materials, repair techniques, pouring, finishing, coatings, and media blasting processes.
• Strong leadership and communication abilities to manage a crew and ensure project goals are met with a focus on teamwork and efficiency.
• Demonstrated organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks, priorities, and project documentation simultaneously.
• Strong attention to detail and a meticulous approach to quality assurance and reporting.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, stand for extended periods, and work in physically demanding conditions, including awkward postures.
• Willingness to travel 95% of the time and work day and night shift hours, averaging 10–12 hours per day.
• A team-first attitude - ego doesn't build great things; people do.

Even better if you have:

• Experience operating larger equipment, including excavators, skid steers, telehandlers, wheel loaders, and forklifts.
• Familiarity with epoxy, polyurethane, and other industrial-grade coatings applied to concrete and steel surfaces.
• Experience with partial- or full-depth concrete demolition, excavation, or trenching operations.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification.

How You’ll Know You’re Winning

Great FORJAK team members don’t just complete tasks; they move the needle. You're winning when:Your crew is safe, on schedule, and delivering quality work on every project.Reports are accurate, clients are informed, and nothing surprises the superintendent.You lead from the front—you crew trusts you and your clients respect you.You're trusted, consistent, and people want to work alongside you.You're growing in skills, in responsibility, and as a co-owner of this company.You bring FIRE to everything you do.

What’s In It for You

Ownership & Financial

• 100% Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP): you're not just an employee; you're an owner
• 401(k) with up to 4% company match

Health & Wellbeing

• Competitive salary: $29.12 to $39.12/HR + $4.00 Travel Bonus Weekly pay
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance eligibility
• $10,000 life insurance policy at no cost to you
• Life Insurance & Accidental Death Insurance
• Short-Term Disability Plans
• Accident Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Monthly PTO accrual + PTO Buy Program
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Company-provided work apparel
• Company-provided vehicle (for applicable roles)
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Eligibility may vary based on employment status and position.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Work setting: Field — nationwide job sites.
• May involve: Standing and walking for extended periods; lifting up to 50 lbs; working in awkward posture positions for extended periods; operating heavy equipment and power tools; working in varying outdoor and indoor environments with exposure to heat, cold, humidity, dust, concrete, and coatings.
• PPE required in all applicable environments.
• Reasonable accommodations available in accordance with applicable law.

This job description is not an exhaustive list of duties. Responsibilities may evolve as business needs change. FORJAK Industrial is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.