Foreman

Thompson-Construction-Group,-Inc; Bartow (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Thompson Construction Group, Inc. is seeking a skilled supervisor to oversee piping, fixtures, and equipment installation across gas, steam, and industrial systems. You will lead crews, inspect work, and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.

The role requires reading blueprints, coordinating tasks, and maintaining rigorous safety practices on diverse job sites. Candidates should have strong leadership abilities and be able to work outdoors in varying conditions.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read and interpret blueprints and specs.
• Experience supervising pipe fabrication and installation crews.
• Able to perform basic math and use measuring tools.
• Must pass pre-employment drug test and background check.

Responsibilities

• Assign workers to specific duties.
• Inspect completed systems for conformance to specs.
• Ensure welders are certified and training is provided.
• Maintain safety and productivity records.
• Coordinate with other crafts to align activities.
• Review schedules and adjust procedures to meet deadlines.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Supervisory experience

Basic math

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Crescent wrench 10in

Crescent wrench 12in

Pipe wrench 14in

Pipe wrench 18in

Chalk box

2 ft level

Framing square

Tubing cutter

Center punch

Tri-square

Job description

Position Description

Since its foundation in 1986, Thompson Construction Group, Inc. has grown from a small, local company into one of the largest privately held companies based in South Carolina. Our diverse services portfolio includes capital projects, power services, maintenance services, disaster recovery, hydro consulting, and commercial construction. We believe in investing in our employees to help them reach their professional goals, as well as their personal goals. Thompson promotes a work environment that fosters learning, leadership, and development, along with a safety culture that never waivers. Thompson is headquartered in Sumter, South Carolina, with offices spanning the United States, primarily the southeast and central United States.

Position Description

Supervise and coordinate activities of workers engaged in fabricating, assembling, installing, and maintaining piping, fixtures, and equipment for gas, steam, hot water, fire sprinkler system, or oil heating, cooling, lubricating, and industrial processing systems.

Job Responsibilities

• Assign workers to specific duties.
• Inspect completed processing systems to determine conformance to specifications.
• Knowledgeable of rigging systems to determine conformance to specifications.
• Knowledgeable of rigging pipe and equipment for installation.
• May supervise workers engaged in maintenance and repair work.
• Assure welders are certified in appropriate welding procedures.
• Train subordinates in job specific requirements.
• Respiratory protection is common and may be required.
• Responsible for safety conformance of all crews.
• Study construction schedule and estimates work-hour requirements for completion of job assignments.
• Interpret specifications, blueprints, and job orders to workers, and assigns duties.
• Establish or adjust work procedures to meet schedules.
• Recommend measures to improve productivity and quality of work performed.
• Analyze and resolve work problems or assists worker in resolution.
• Initiate or suggest plans to motivate workers to achieve project goals.
• Recommend or initiate personnel actions such as promotions, transfers, discharges and disciplinary measures.
• Maintain time and productivity records.
• May inspect, estimate and requisition materials.
• Confer with other crafts to coordinate activities of crew or crews.
• Required to be skilled in the activities of the workers supervised.
• Responsible for observing and complying with all safety and project rules.
• Other duties may be assigned
• Required Tool List:
• 1 each 10" & 12" Crescent Wrench
• 2 each 14" & 18" Pipe Wrenches
• 1 each 2’ Level
• 1 each Chalk Box
• 1 set Box Wrenches up to 1 ¼”
• 1 each Channel Lock Pliers
• 1 each Wrap Around
• 1 each Hammer
• 1 each Hack Saw and Blade
• 1 each Tri-Square
• 1 each Plumb Bob
• 1 each Framing Square
• 1 each Burning Glasses
• 1 each Center Punch
• 1 each Tubing Cutter
• 1 each Pipe Fitters Book and Calculator

Position Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must pass written PF test.
• Must be able to read, write and communicate clearly with supervisor/co-workers and understand direction from supervisor.
• Utilize basic math, blue book and a calculator to solve geometric problems associated with Pipe Fitting.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, climb, bend, twist, stand and reach repetitively, operate moving equipment and work in hot/cold/damp/cramped environments.
• Must be willing to work outside of craft.
• Candidate may be required to pass a drug test and criminal background check based on job location/requirements.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Thompson Construction Group, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Thompson Construction Group, Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.

• We strive to provide a competitive compensation and benefits package. This includes but is not limited to medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), wellness programs and career development.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.