Foreman - Piping

DynaTen Corporation; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Training & leadership development

Job summary

DynaTen Corporation, a Comfort Systems USA Company, seeks a Foreman - Piping to lead crews in commercial mechanical piping installations in the Dallas/Fort Worth area. You will translate project requirements into executable work plans and develop field talent to ensure safe, on-time completion.

Reporting to the General Foreman or Superintendent, you will coordinate with project teams, review drawings and specs, and drive continuous improvement in safety, quality, and productivity on active job

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of commercial mechanical piping experience with field leadership.
• Ability to plan labor, read schedules, and ensure safe, productive installation.
• Strong knowledge of drawings, specs, codes, and testing.
• Proficient with mobile devices and construction software for drawings and reporting.
• Excellent communication, coaching, and conflict-resolution skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead one or more crews on mechanical piping systems and set safety, quality, and productivity expectations.
• Create daily work plans using drawings, schedules, budgets, and jobsite constraints.
• Plan manpower, tools, equipment, access, and prefabrication to support production.
• Review documents, identify constructability issues, and raise RFIs as needed.
• Coordinate sequencing with project management, contractors, vendors, and inspectors.
• Report on installed quantities, labor, schedule status, and material needs.

Skills

Leadership

Labor planning

Read drawings

Safety coaching

Education

Apprenticeship or technical training

OSHA 30-hour Construction credential

Job description

About Us:

Since 1980, DynaTen Corporation (a Comfort Systems USA Company) has delivered high-quality Commercial Construction and Service Solutions across the greater North Texas market. We partner with our clients to provide technical expertise and high-level execution on every project. As a result, DynaTen is a trusted provider of HVAC, Plumbing, and Building Automation Controls solutions. Our culture is built on accountability, teamwork, and a commitment to developing our people. We take pride in promoting from within, supporting both field and office teams, and delivering results the right way. We offer strong long-term career opportunities, excellent benefits, and a positive, team-oriented work environment.

Position Summary

The Foreman - Piping leads one or more crews responsible for the safe, timely, and high-quality installation of commercial mechanical piping systems, including chilled water, heating water, condenser water, refrigerant, condensate, and steam. The role converts project requirements into executable work plans, develops field talent, and coordinates closely with project and trade partners. This position reports to the General Foreman or Superintendent.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead one or more crews performing work on commercial mechanical piping systems, including chilled water, heating water, condenser water, refrigerant, condensate, and steam and establish clear expectations for safety, quality, productivity, and conduct.
• Build and communicate daily work plans using drawings, schedules, coordination information, labor budgets, material status, and jobsite constraints.
• Plan manpower, tools, equipment, access, prefabrication, deliveries, and work areas to support reliable production.
• Review project documents, identify constructability issues and scope gaps, and elevate requests for information before they affect the work.
• Coordinate sequencing and access with project management, general contractors, other trades, vendors, inspectors, and commissioning teams.
• Verify installations against drawings, specifications, codes, approved submittals, and quality checklists; drive timely correction of deficiencies.
• Track installed quantities, labor performance, schedule status, material needs, and constraints; provide accurate daily or weekly reporting.
• Coach employees, assign work, document performance, recognize strong results, and address conduct or performance concerns with management.
• Lead pre-task planning, job hazard analysis, toolbox talks, housekeeping, and incident prevention activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• At least 5 years of commercial mechanical construction experience in piping work, including progressively responsible field leadership.
• Demonstrated ability to plan labor and material, read project schedules, and lead safe, productive installation work.
• Strong working knowledge of applicable drawings, specifications, codes, testing requirements, and quality standards.
• Ability to use mobile devices and standard construction software for drawings, reporting, time, and documentation.
• Strong communication, coaching, problem-solving, and conflict-resolution skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Completion of a recognized apprenticeship or technical training program.
• OSHA 30-hour Construction credential and current competent-person or equipment certifications relevant to assigned work.
• Experience on large healthcare, data center, laboratory, manufacturing, or other complex commercial projects.
• Experience with lean planning, prefabrication, BIM-enabled work packages, and production tracking.

What you can expect

• Exceptional health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid Employee-Only Medical Coverage.
• In-house and manufacturer-led training and leadership development.
• Long-term career growth into operations, sales, technical, and/or leadership roles.
• Comprehensive benefits package and employer-sponsored professional memberships.
• 401(k) match, PTO, holiday pay, and more.
• Eligibility for the annual incentive program based on role and plan terms.
• Stable commercial work with opportunities for skills development and advancement.

Working Conditions

Work is performed primarily on active commercial construction sites with regular exposure to weather, noise, dust, moving equipment, stairs, ladders, lifts, and uneven surfaces. The role requires extensive walking and standing, use of required PPE, handling of field technology and documents, and occasional lifting or carrying up to 50 pounds. Early starts, schedule changes, and travel among jobsites may be required.

EEO Statement

Comfort Systems USA, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity, age, or any other status protected by law. This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment. The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by an employee assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, responsibilities, and local variances. Management retains the discretion to add to or change the duties of the position at any time. This job description does not state or imply that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee in this position. Employees may be required to follow other job-related instructions and perform other job-related duties requested by an authorized person. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities. The requirements listed are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, and employment remains at will.

Company Overview

DynaTen leads the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex in engineering, mechanical contracting, building automation controls, service and maintenance since 1980. We take pride in offering our customers a comprehensive approach to mechanical construction design and service management, delivered by our highly skilled teams. With a dedicated 50,000 square foot prefabrication facility, we excel in fabricating sheet metal, piping, plumbing, and multi-trade rack (MTR) systems. Our innovative and advanced technical solutions are tailored to assist clients in maximizing efficiency, controlling costs, and meeting stringent new safety laws and environmental regulations. At DynaTen, we prioritize fostering professional growth and empowering our talented team to drive innovation and collaboration. We are building a legacy for our Colleagues, Clients and Community with industry leading Expertise and Execution. Together, we steer our growth and success, ensuring exceptional outcomes for both our team and our clients.