Foreman-Refrigeration

CoolSys; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Sign-on bonus

Education & training

Medical/dental/vision

401(k) match

Tuition reimbursement

Vacation & holidays

Quarterly bonus

Employee discounts

Job summary

CoolSys in Baton Rouge, LA is seeking a Foreman-Refrigeration to serve as the technical lead and crew chief on assigned projects. The role requires strong organizational, safety and leadership skills to manage labor, costs and field teams.

You will oversee apprentices and Journeymen, ensure PPE usage and safety adherence, and build productive relationships with customers, GCs and subcontractors while maintaining compliance with company policies and state/federal laws.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in commercial building construction or related industry/trade.
• Knowledge of construction principles and practices, including efficient use of labor hours.
• High school diploma or GED; trade program/technical school preferred.
• College degree is a plus.

Responsibilities

• 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 safe behavior, including vehicle safety.
• Ensures compliance of installation policies and procedures, including project tracking, safety, time and attendance, etc.
• May oversee 3rd party resources.
• Directs and oversees the work of Apprentices and Journeyman assigned to specific projects.
• Embodies the CoolSys CARES culture (Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, Empowerment, Safety).

Skills

Task organization

Judgment in assignments

Clear instructions

Time management

Safety compliance

Overnight travel

Independent work

Punctuality

Computer skills

Project planning software

Education

High school diploma/GED

Trade program/technical school

College degree (a plus)

Tools

Project planning software (Projectmates)

Job description

Overview

WHY COOLSYS?

At CoolSys, we offer more than just a job—we provide stability, growth, and industry-leading benefits for our employees. No wonder Newsweek named CoolSys one of America’s Greatest Workplaces! As a large company serving diverse customers, we invest in our team with:

• Competitive Compensation: $49-58/HR DOE
• Sign on Bonus: Up to $3,000.00 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.
• 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.

Join us and advance your career while working with top‑tier clients in the HVAC and refrigeration industry!

Responsibilities

JOB SUMMARY

The Foreman-Refrigeration serves as Technical Lead and Crew Chief on his/her assigned projects.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• 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 of 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.
• Embodies the CoolSys CARES culture (Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, Empowerment, Safety).

Qualifications

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education / Training

• High school diploma, GED, or completion of trade program or technical school.
• College degree, a plus.
• 5+ years of experience in commercial building construction or other related industry/trade,
• Knowledge of construction principles and practices, including efficient use of labor hours.

Work Experience / Skills

• 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 travel and work overnight hours.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Track record of punctuality and dependability.
• Ability to manage time, delegate assignments and follow through to ensure good results.
• Ability to understand and follow all company policies and procedures and all applicable State and Federal laws.
• Ability to use computer tools including E-Mail, Word, Project Planning Software (Projectmates), etc.

Join Us

Today, there are 27 different companies that make up the CoolSys family of brands. Our valued employees are at the heart of our continued growth and success. We invite you to be part of that growth!

CoolSysis 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 characteristicsare encouraged to apply.

Pre-employment background screening (criminal andMVR for driving positions) and drug testing arerequiredfor all positions. CoolSys will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with federal law, state law, or local ordinance.