Foreman Mechanical CSG/RM

Zachry Group; Pasadena (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Zachry Group seeks a Mechanical Foreman to oversee installation, assembly, dismantling and maintenance of heavy machinery. You will guide crews, read blueprints, and ensure adherence to safety standards on site.

Responsibilities include aligning gear systems, rigging, and performing preventive maintenance, with extensive use of precision tools. The role demands strong problem-solving and teamwork in a demanding construction environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with industrial machinery installation and maintenance.
• Ability to read blueprints, schematic drawings and engineering specifications.
• Proficient with hand and power tools.
• Journeyman precision millwright tools knowledge.
• 4–5 years of industrial construction/maintenance experience.
• 3 years millwright experience in power generation plants.
• Willing to work 7 days as needed.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Plan, inspect, verify and document scope of work.
• Use precision leveling and alignment tools to measure angles and distances.
• Fit bearings, align gears and attach motors per blueprints.
• Dismantle machines using hand tools.
• Assemble and install equipment and foundations.
• Weld, bolt and fasten machinery to structures.
• Operate lathes, grinders and files.
• Construct foundations and fabricate parts.
• Move and position equipment using cranes, hoists and rollers.
• Perform preventative maintenance and lubrication.
• Follow supervisor directions and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Industrial construction

Hand tools

Machinery knowledge

Blueprints reading

Team leadership

Time management

Problem solving

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Optical instruments

Welding machines

Lathes

Grinders

Job description

Job Description

A Mecahnical Foreman will oversee and assist with the installation, assembly, dismantling, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of machinery.

Job Description

A Mecahnical Foreman will oversee and assist with the installation, assembly, dismantling, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of machinery.

Responsibilities

Position Responsibilities

• Works with industry-specific and high complex precision machines including but not limited to: ball mills, ID fans, lube coil skids, turbines, conveyors, generators, hydraulic systems, pumps, gears, bearings, compressors etc.
• Will plan, inspect, verify and document scope of work
• Uses precision leveling and alignment tools in order to measure angles, material thickness and small distances with calipers, squares, micrometers, optical instruments and other tools.
• Will fit bearings, align gears and wheels, attach motors and connect belts according to manufacturer’s blueprints and drawings
• Will dismantle machines using hammers, wrenches, crowbars and other hand tools
• Assembles and installs equipment such as shafting, conveyors and tram rails
• Assembles machines and bolts, welds, rivets and fastens machinery to foundations or other structures using hand tools and power tools.
• Operates engine lathes, grinders and files.
• May construct foundations for machinery
• Fabricates and installs parts, equipment and machinery by measuring, cutting, drilling and/or welding
• Turns machine parts to dimensional specifications
• Will unload, inspect, move and set equipment into position using cranes, hoists, dollies, rollers and trucks
• Uses rigging and hoisting devices such as chokers, chain falls and come alongs to move equipment / materials into place
• Conducts preventative maintenance such as lubrication and fixing or repairing worn parts.
• Follows direction from supervisor.
• Must be willing to perform other duties as assigned
• Other duties as assigned

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Demonstrated industrial construction/maintenance history experience
• Knowledge of hand tools, power tools and layout tools such as lasers, ultrasonic measuring and alignment tools, plumb bobs, cutting torches, welding machines, hydraulic torch wrenches, hydraulic stud tensioners, soldering guns and metal working equipment that includes lathes and grinding machines.
• Knowledge of industrial machinery and equipment
• Understand load properties of cables, ropes, hoists and chains
• Demonstrated ability to use certified hand signals
• Organization and time management.
• Good problem-solving abilities
• Good aptitude and manual dexterity
• Knowledge of math concepts, geometry and layout
• Demonstrated ability to lead others and provide detailed instructions
• Good reading comprehension
• Ability to work with others – team player
• Ability to work independently – minimal supervision
• Good communication skills with co-workers and supervisors
• Commitment to Zachry values and safety rules and regulations

Physical Requirements

• Employee will be required to adhere to large amounts of standing, walking, bending, squatting and lifting.
• Will talk and hear to communicate.
• Must have good dexterity with hands and fingers to perform the precision adjustments of machinery parts and controls.
• Will use arms and hands to signal, grab, hold, turn, push, pull: objects, materials, controls and tools.
• May be required to lift, carry and move up to 50lbs.
• Will occasionally work at heights, climb ladders and stairways and work off of platforms.
• Will use vision abilities to focus, see short and long distances, colors, depth perception and peripheral vision.
• Must be capable of working out side in the elements including but not limited to the heat, cold, rain, snow and wind; and must be able to work for long period of times up to 12 hours a day.
• Will be required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including but not limited to: hard hat, safety glasses/goggles, ear plugs/muffs, masks/respirators, safety vests, gloves and steel-toe boots

Qualification Highlights

• Must have experience with industrial machinery installation, repair and maintenance.
• Must know how to read blueprints, schematic drawings and engineering specifications and understand how to read and interpret technical manuals in order to determine work procedures
• Must have experience using industrial hand tools and power tools
• Must have all Journeyman Precision Millwright hand tools – see tool list attachment
• Minimum 4-5 years industrial construction/maintenance experience
• Minimum of 3 years Millwright experience in Power Generation Plants
• Must have reliable transportation and be able to work 7 days as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• National Center for Construction Education and Research’s (NCCER) Certification for Journeyman Industrial Millwright.
• Zachry ROF’ed or formal employee.

ZACHRY provides a Safe and Drug-Free work environment and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.