Field Supervisor

Aerotek; Liberty (MO); On-site; USD 58,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical, dental & vision

401(k)

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Field Supervisor to lead a traveling crew of 46 technicians on industrial installation projects nationwide. The role involves hands-on supervision, safety stewardship, and direct customer interaction across cement plants, manufacturing facilities, and other heavy industries.

Primary responsibilities include coordinating field operations, overseeing ceramic adhesive and wear-protection installations, and ensuring on-time, high-quality delivery while maintaining strong client

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience supervising crews in construction or field settings.
• Field supervision and management experience in commercial/industrial construction.
• Strong customer-facing communication with clients and onsite staff.
• Experience in site construction and installation work.
• Ability to perform hands-on duties including installation and concrete work.
• Safety-focused with familiarity with confined spaces and industrial environments.
• Willingness to travel nationwide for projects lasting 14 weeks or more.
• Reliability with consistent attendance and dependability on job sites and travel.
• Strong problem-solving skills to troubleshoot onsite issues.
• Effective communication to coordinate with crew, customers, and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a field crew on industrial installation projects across multiple sites.
• Oversee installation of ceramic adhesives and wear protection concepts.
• Hands-on participation in construction, installation, concrete work, and field tasks.
• Plan and manage day-to-day field operations for safety, on-time delivery, and quality.
• Serve as primary on-site contact with customers, ensuring professional communication.
• Identify onsite challenges and provide practical solutions.
• Promote safety practices and ensure proper PPE usage.
• Coordinate site setup, resource allocation, and task assignments.
• Oversee welding and MIG tasks as required by project scope.
• Travel to project sites across the country and adapt to varying schedules.
• Collaborate with shop personnel when not traveling to maintain weekly hours.

Skills

Leadership

Field supervision

Customer-facing

Hands-on

Travel-ready

Safety awareness

Welding

MIG welding

Communication

Tools

Welding equipment

MIG welding tools

Job description

Job Title: Field Supervisor Job Description

The Field Supervisor oversees short-term industrial installation projects, typically lasting 12 weeks and occasionally up to 4 weeks on the road. This role leads a traveling crew of 46 field technicians while working hands-on to install ceramic adhesives and wear protection systems in industrial environments such as cement plants, baghouses, manufacturing facilities, food plants, power generation plants, steel and mining operations, and agricultural facilities. The Field Supervisor ensures safe, efficient, and high-quality project delivery while maintaining strong relationships with onsite customers.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a field crew of 46 technicians on industrial construction and installation projects across multiple sites.
• Oversee the installation of ceramic adhesives and Densit wear protection concepts in cement plants, baghouses, manufacturing plants, food plants, and other industrial facilities.
• Work in a hands-on capacity alongside the crew, contributing directly to construction, installation, concrete work, and related field activities.
• Plan, organize, and manage day-to-day field operations to ensure projects are completed safely, on time, and to quality standards.
• Serve as the primary onsite point of contact for customers, maintaining professional, customer-facing communication throughout each project.
• Identify onsite challenges, troubleshoot issues, and provide practical solutions to customers and team members.
• Promote and enforce safety practices, including compliance with confined space requirements and site-specific safety rules.
• Coordinate and support field management activities, including site setup, resource allocation, and task assignments.
• Oversee and participate in welding and MIG-related tasks as required by project scope.
• Ensure crew members follow all safety procedures and use appropriate personal protective equipment.
• Travel by plane and truck to project sites across the country and adapt to varying work schedules and conditions.
• Collaborate with shop personnel and participate in shop work when not traveling to maintain consistent weekly hours.

Essential Skills

• Proven leadership experience supervising teams or crews in a construction or field-based environment.
• Demonstrated field supervision and field management skills in commercial or industrial construction settings.
• Strong customer-facing skills, with the ability to interact professionally with clients and onsite personnel.
• Experience working in construction or commercial construction environments, including site construction and installation work.
• Ability to perform hands-on duties, including installation, concrete work, and related field tasks.
• Safety-focused mindset, with familiarity working in confined spaces and industrial environments.
• Willingness and ability to travel frequently across the country by plane and truck for projects lasting 14 weeks at a time.
• Reliability and punctuality, with consistent attendance and dependability on job sites and during travel.
• Problem-solving skills, including the ability to assess onsite issues and provide effective solutions.
• Effective communication skills to coordinate with crew members, customers, and other stakeholders.
• Capability to work in varying weather conditions, including heat in summer and cold in fall and winter.
• Comfort working in industrial facilities such as cement plants, power generation plants, steel and mining operations, and agricultural facilities.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• MSHA certification is a plus; candidates without this certification will receive training and certification before traveling in the role.
• Experience working in cement, steel, mining, power generation, or agricultural facilities is beneficial.
• Welding and MIG welding experience in an industrial or construction environment is an advantage.
• Bilingual communication skills are preferred and considered an asset in customer-facing and crew leadership situations.
• Prior experience in a traveling role, managing crews on remote or multi-site projects, is highly valued.

Why Work Here?

Employees receive hotel accommodations and a daily travel and work allowance via a prepaid card for each travel and working day. Each traveler has their own hotel room, supporting comfort and rest while on the road. When not traveling, employees can work in the shop to maintain consistent weekly hours and income. The organization offers exposure to a wide range of industrial environments, providing ongoing learning and career growth for individuals who enjoy hands‑on work, travel, and field leadership.

Work Environment

The role is primarily field-based, with frequent travel to industrial sites across the country by plane and truck. Projects typically last 12 weeks and may extend up to 4 weeks, during which crews work in groups of 46. The Field Supervisor and crew work in a variety of facilities, including cement plants, baghouses, manufacturing plants, food plants, power generation plants, steel and mining operations, and agricultural sites. The work takes place in active industrial environments, often involving confined spaces and strict safety procedures. The position requires working in all weather conditions, including cold temperatures during a busy fall and winter season and heat during summer months. When not traveling, employees work in a shop setting to support ongoing operations and maintain consistent hours.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Liberty, MO.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $32.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Liberty,MO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 10, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.