Foreman

Mabe Steel; Kernersville (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Mabe Steel Inc. is seeking a Foreman to lead daily structural steel erection operations on active construction sites, both at ground level and elevated heights.

You will plan, assign crews, read erection drawings, and keep cranes working through careful sequencing. You will run safety meetings, enforce fall protection and PPE standards, coordinate with crane operators and general contractors, and mentor Lead Men and newer ironworkers to ensure steady progress and quality workmanship on each

Qualifications

• 5+ years of structural steel erection experience with crew leadership.
• Strong blueprint reading and layout skills.
• OSHA 30 preferred; Rigger and Signal Person certifications a plus.
• Clear communicator who can represent the company professionally on site.
• Fully comfortable working outdoors and at elevated heights in all weather.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily structural steel erection operations, at ground level and at elevated heights.
• Plan the day's work, assign crews and tasks, and keep production on schedule.
• Read and interpret erection drawings, shop drawings and piece mark lists; sequence steel to keep cranes working.
• Run daily safety meetings and enforce fall protection, PPE and OSHA Subpart R requirements.
• Coordinate with the crane operator, general contractor, inspectors and other trades.
• Track manpower, material, equipment and progress; complete daily reports and timecards.
• Spot problems early, such as fit-up issues, missing material or drawing conflicts, and elevate to the Project Manager.
• Train and develop Lead Men, Connectors and newer ironworkers.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Leadership

Safety management

Clear communication

Tools

Rigging

Welding

Bolting

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Foreman

MABE STEEL INC.

ABOUT MABE STEEL & CONDITIONS FOR ALL FIELD ROLES

Mabe Steel Inc. is a structural steel erection contractor. We erect steel on active construction sites; we do not fabricate. This position is full-time, on-site field work, and the conditions in this section apply to all of our field roles.

Work Environment

• Work is performed outdoors on active jobsites, in heat, cold, wind, rain and other seasonal weather.
• Work regularly takes place at elevated heights, on steel, decking, ladders, scaffolds and aerial/scissor lifts, depending on the role.
• Jobsites include cranes, forklifts, heavy equipment, overhead loads, welding operations and loud noise.
• Job locations change as projects change; reliable transportation to each assigned site is required.

Safety Expectations

• Follow all OSHA Subpart R (Steel Erection) and Mabe Steel safety rules, including 100% fall protection where required.
• Wear and maintain required PPE: hard hat, safety glasses, high-visibility vest, work boots, gloves and harness/lanyard.
• Attend daily safety meetings and jobsite orientations; report hazards, near misses and injuries immediately.

Physical Requirements

• Comfortable working at heights without fear or hesitation.
• Able to stand, walk, climb, kneel, bend and reach for full shifts, often on uneven ground or narrow surfaces.
• Able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs regularly and assist with heavier loads.
• Good balance, hand-eye coordination and ability to hear and follow verbal and hand signals.

General Requirements

• 18 years of age or older; valid driver's license preferred.
• Early starts, overtime and travel or weekend work as project schedules require.

Mabe Steel Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Reasonable Accommodations are available to qualified individuals with disabilities.

FOREMAN

Reports to: Field Ops. Director Directs: Lead Men and the full erection crew

The Foreman runs the jobsite. You represent Mabe Steel to the general contractor and other trades, keep the crew organized and focused, and turn the plan handed down from leadership into safe, steady progress every day.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily structural steel erection operations, at ground level and at elevated heights.
• Plan the day's work, assign crews and tasks, and keep production on schedule.
• Read and interpret erection drawings, shop drawings and piece mark lists; sequence steel to keep cranes working.
• Run daily safety meetings and enforce fall protection, PPE and OSHA Subpart R requirements.
• Coordinate with the crane operator, general contractor, inspectors and other trades.
• Track manpower, material, equipment and progress; complete daily reports and timecards.
• Spot problems early, such as fit-up issues, missing material or drawing conflicts, and elevate to the Project Manager.
• Train and develop Lead Men, Connectors and newer ironworkers.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of structural steel erection experience, including time leading crews.
• Strong blueprint reading and layout skills; working knowledge of bolting, welding and rigging.
• OSHA 30 preferred; Qualified Rigger and Signal Person certifications a plus.
• Clear communicator who can represent the company professionally on site.
• Fully comfortable working outdoors and at elevated heights in all weather.