Foreman Installation Refrigeration - Commercial & Industrial

CoolSys - Refrigeration and HVAC Systems; Fullerton (CA); On-site; USD 55,104 - 82,656; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Ongoing Education & Training

Comprehensive Benefits

Quarterly bonus plan

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Job summary

A leading HVAC and refrigeration systems provider based in California is seeking a seasoned professional to lead and mentor a project crew. The role involves prioritizing tasks, maintaining project schedules, and ensuring compliance with safety policies and installation procedures. Ideal candidates should have over 5 years of experience in commercial construction and a high school diploma or equivalent, with strong leadership and organizational abilities. This position offers competitive pay and several industry-leading benefits.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in commercial building construction or a related industry.
• Ability to maintain project labor hours and request change orders.
• Ability to ensure compliance with safety policies.

Responsibilities

• Lead, train, and mentor project crew.
• Prioritize and delegate tasks effectively.
• Develop and maintain productive relationships with peers and customers.

Skills

Construction principles and practices

Task organization

Judgment in work assignments

Communication skills

Computer skills (E-Mail, Word, Project Planning Software)

Team leadership

Education

High school diploma or GED

Trade program or technical school completion

College degree

Tools

Projectmates

Job description

Benefits

At CoolSys, we offer more than just a job—we provide stability, growth, and industry-leading benefits for our employees. As a large company serving diverse customers, we invest in our team with:

• Competitive Compensation: Competitive pay from $40.00- $60.00/hour DOE 5K Sign on Bonus. DOE!
• Ongoing Education & Training: Access to state‑of‑the‑art facilities and paid online training.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription coverage, paid vacation/holidays, and a 401(k) match with 100% immediate vesting.
• Year‑Round, Diverse Work: Stay engaged with consistent, interesting projects throughout the year, working across various industries and systems to keep learning and growing.
• Extra Perks: Quarterly bonus plan, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts on vehicles, hotels, theme parks, pet insurance, and more.

Responsibilities

This position is responsible for leading, training and mentoring the project crew, prioritizing and delegating tasks, communicating with tradespeople on the job site, and tracking the project schedule to ensure projects are completed efficiently, accurately and on‑time.

• Serves as Lead Technical resource on assigned projects.
• Reports on job status and performance.
• Controls job costs.
• Develops and maintains productive relationships with peers, customers, GCs and subcontractors.
• Ensures use of PPE and the application of safe behavior, including vehicle safety, by all employees.
• Ensures compliance with installation policies and procedures, including project tracking, safety, time and attendance, etc.
• May oversee 3rd party resources.
• Directs and oversees the work of other Apprentices and Journeyman assigned to specific projects.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or completion of a trade program or technical school. College degree is a plus.
• 5+ years of experience in commercial building construction or another related industry/trade.
• Knowledge of construction principles and practices, including efficient use of labor hours.
• Ability to organize tasks.
• Ability to use good judgment in making work assignments.
• Ability to give clear instructions and guidance, as needed.
• Ability to maintain project labor hours within acceptable limits and request change orders as needed.
• Ability to ensure safe work practices and ensure compliance with safety policies.
• Ability to understand and follow all company policies and procedures and all applicable State and Federal laws.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Track record of punctuality and dependability.
• Ability to use computer tools including E‑Mail, Word, Project Planning Software (Projectmates), etc.
• Ability to manage time, delegate assignments and follow through to ensure good results.

Coolsys is an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - Including all ages, colors, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status, and other characteristics are encouraged to apply.

Pre‑employment background screening (criminal and MVR for driving positions) and drug testing are required for all positions. Coolsys will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with federal law, state law, or local ordinance.