Foreman - Gulf Coast

OBR Management; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Comprehensive Health Coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Health Savings Account

Professional Development

Life Insurance

Short Term Disability

Per Diem / Travel reimbursement

Job summary

OBR Management in Houston, TX, seeks a Foreman for Gulf Coast to lead crews on cooling tower projects. The role involves scheduling, planning, coordinating, supervising, and strict cost control, with extensive travel to project sites.

Ideal candidates will have 5+ years in cooling tower construction and at least 1 year as a Foreman, with OSHA safety training and ability to read blueprints. Outdoor work and safety are emphasized.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least 5 years in field cooling tower construction.
• Minimum 1 year experience as a Foreman in cooling tower projects.
• Knowledge of Windows-based applications and OSHA safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety and compliance with OBR policies at the worksite.
• Oversee training, productivity, and performance of crews erecting/repairing towers.
• Lead technicians to complete tasks safely, on time, and to quality standards.
• Occasionally manage inspections or small projects in Superintendent's absence.
• Read blueprints to determine materials and dimensions.
• Lead daily/weekly safety meetings and file incident reports.
• Align mechanical equipment, assist with piping and framework installation.
• Work at heights with 100% tie-off above 4 feet when required.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned by Supervisors and Managers.

Skills

Safety leadership

Team leadership

Scheduling

Blueprint reading

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

5+ years field cooling tower construction

1 year foreman experience

OSHA safety standards training

Tools

Windows-based applications

Job description

Foreman - Gulf Coast

OBR Management Houston, Texas, United States

About this position

Founded in 1994, OBR is a provider of mission- critical cooling technology services, including repair and rebuild, inspection, maintenance, and related field services across the United States. Headquartered in Northwood, Ohio, with more than 450 employees, OBR serves a number of end markets through 12 offices, including semiconductor, water and wastewater, food and agriculture, power generation, commercial, healthcare, petrochemical, refinery, and data centers, among others. Backed by an experienced engineering team and deep expertise in the cooling technology space, OBR helps customers improve reliability, performance, and long-term system life.

About the role:

The Foreman provides leadership and support to the Superintendent in scheduling, planning, coordinating, supervising, and cost control.

Extensive travel is required depending on project location.

Roles/Tasks of the Position:

• Ensure safety, compliance with OBR policies, and fair application of procedures at the worksite.
• Oversee training, productivity, and performance of crews erecting and repairing cooling towers.
• Lead cooling tower technicians to ensure tasks assigned by the Superintendent are executed safely, efficiently, on time, and to OBR quality standards.
• Occasionally manage inspections or small projects independently in the absence of Superintendents and oversee field subcontractors.
• Read blueprints, sketches, and building plans to determine materials and dimensions.
• Lead daily and weekly safety meetings; complete incident reports as required.
• Align mechanical equipment, perform piping, and assist with framework erection and material installation.
• Perform work at heights while maintaining 100% tie-off when above 4 feet.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned by Supervisors and Managers.

Education/Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 5 years of experience in field cooling tower construction.
• At least 1 year of experience as a Foreman in cooling tower construction.
• Knowledge of Windows based applications.
• Knowledge and application of safety standards through OSHA training and experience.

Working Environment and Physical Demands:

Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of this role, with reasonable accommodation provided as needed. Requirements include:

• Outdoor or plant settings with exposure to weather, heat, noise, and nearby hazardous chemicals
• Lift up to 50 lbs., bend, climb, and stoop as needed.
• Stand, walk, sit, crawl, squat, kneel, and reach (outward/above shoulders).
• Perform keyboarding/typing and reading from screens or paper.
• Manage high workloads and multi-task in a fast-paced setting.
• Communicate effectively verbally.

PREREQUISITES/REQUIREMENTS:

• Negative 10-panel urinalysis and breath alcohol test.
• Valid Driver's License and proof of U.S. Citizenship.
• Score of 2 or less in Disa.

As an OBR Cooling Towers team member, you will enjoy:

• Competitive Salary: A salary commensurate with experience and performance, with potential for bonuses and raises.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Including medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and eligible dependents.
• Retirement Plan: A 401(k) plan with employer matching.
• Health Savings Account: OBR providers employer contributions to your HSA.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for training and workshops.
• Life Insurance: OBR provides company-paid coverage, with voluntary options available for employees and their families.
• Short Term Disability, Critical Illness, and Accidental Injury: Voluntary insurances options available.
• Per Diem, Mileage, and Gas: OBR provides per diem, mileage, and fuel reimbursement for business travel under company guidelines.