General Foreman

Southland Industries; Pflugerville (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee-owned

Training and apprenticeship programs

Career advancement

Job summary

Southland Industries is seeking a Foreman-like supervisor in Texas to lead a small crew, ensuring safety, productivity, and adherence to project plans. You will coordinate daily activities, conduct toolbox talks, and resolve scheduling challenges with other crews and contractors.

The role requires strong leadership, OSHA-30, a Texas Journeyman Electrical license, and 5+ years of trades experience. Equal opportunity employer with employee-owned structure.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent required.
• 5+ years as a qualified tradesperson in construction/MEP or related fields.
• Active OSHA-30 certification and Texas Journeyman Electrical license required.

Responsibilities

• Schedule, coordinate, supervise, and ensure safety and productivity of a small work crew.
• Lead toolbox talks and address technical safety questions with authority.
• Oversee daily/weekly plans, assign tasks, and monitor quality and progress.
• Maintain timekeeping records, reports, and foreman’s log.
• Ensure compliance with job specs, plans, and safety policies.
• Mentor apprentices and coordinate on-the-job training with journeymen.

Skills

Leadership

Safety regulations

Communication

Problem solving

Scheduling

Documentation

Computer skills

High school diploma

Field experience

OSHA-30

Journeyman license

Union membership

Education

High school degree or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

Position Summary

Schedule, coordinate, supervise, provide leadership, and ensure the safety and productivity of a small work crew. May act as management liaison and/or designated client contact.

• Facilitate a safe work culture.
• Ensure crew members adhere to the standards for safe working conditions and are fit for work each day.
• Conduct weekly “toolbox” talks.
• Provide answers to technical safety questions or seek answers from a competent authority.
• Participate in safety/incident investigations and reviews.
• Complete incidents and other safety reports within appropriate timeframe.
• Ensure the work area is consistently clean, safe, and organized.
• Ensure new crew members are oriented to the job.
• Assess the competency and capability of each crew member. Establish benchmarks to ensure that each meets the required levels of quality and productivity.
• Assign individual and crew tasks.
• Coordinate on-the-job training for apprentices. Facilitate mentoring of apprentices by journeymen.
• Set and maintain work standards. Outline behavioral expectations to ensure crew morale and productivity remain positive.
• Promote, support, and facilitate teamwork.
• Perform related craftwork along with crew.
• Understand project plans and schedules. Ensure the crew’s daily and weekly activities meet production goals.
• Identify and/or verify that all tools and materials required by the crew are available and complete.
• Identify needs and deficiencies in the plan/schedule and communicate these to the appropriate persons.
• Translate general work requirements into a prioritized plan for individual tasks and assignments.
• Review and adjust specific project activities and task schedules to meet established production schedules.
• Advise superintendent of equipment and material shortages.
• Work with the crew to overcome work challenges.
• Resolve or report any scheduling conflicts with other crews and contractors to the appropriate persons.
• Ensure that completed work meets standards. Recommend work processes that will improve productivity and product quality.
• Ensure the crew works to job specifications and follows the plans/blueprints.
• Inspect completed work and initiate timely resolutions to any problems.
• Prepare reports as required.
• Maintain foreman’s log or diary.
• Ensure Task Hazard Analysis (THA) is performed and recorded daily at the start of the shift and before any tasks are performed.
• Assist superintendent with determining project production and work progress.
• Assist superintendent with completing quality reports.
• Maintain accurate, daily timekeeping records. Document late starts, early outs, and absences.
• Recommend personnel actions such as hiring, promotions and discipline.
• Perform additional assignments as requested/needed.

Position Details

• Facilitate a safe work culture.
• Ensure crew members adhere to the standards for safe working conditions and are fit for work each day.
• Conduct weekly “toolbox” talks.
• Provide answers to technical safety questions or seek answers from a competent authority.
• Participate in safety/incident investigations and reviews.
• Complete incidents and other safety reports within appropriate timeframe.
• Ensure the work area is consistently clean, safe, and organized.
• Ensure new crew members are oriented to the job.
• Assess the competency and capability of each crew member. Establish benchmarks to ensure that each meets the required levels of quality and productivity.
• Assign individual and crew tasks.
• Coordinate on-the-job training for apprentices. Facilitate mentoring of apprentices by journeymen.
• Set and maintain work standards. Outline behavioral expectations to ensure crew morale and productivity remain positive.
• Promote, support, and facilitate teamwork.
• Perform related craftwork along with crew.
• Understand project plans and schedules. Ensure the crew’s daily and weekly activities meet production goals.
• Identify and/or verify that all tools and materials required by the crew are available and complete.
• Identify needs and deficiencies in the plan/schedule and communicate these to the appropriate persons.
• Translate general work requirements into a prioritized plan for individual tasks and assignments.
• Review and adjust specific project activities and task schedules to meet established production schedules.
• Advise superintendent of equipment and material shortages.
• Work with the crew to overcome work challenges.
• Resolve or report any scheduling conflicts with other crews and contractors to the appropriate persons.
• Ensure that completed work meets standards. Recommend work processes that will improve productivity and product quality.
• Ensure the crew works to job specifications and follows the plans/blueprints.
• Inspect completed work and initiate timely resolutions to any problems.
• Prepare reports as required.
• Maintain foreman’s log or diary.
• Ensure Task Hazard Analysis (THA) is performed and recorded daily at the start of the shift and before any tasks are performed.
• Assist superintendent with determining project production and work progress.
• Assist superintendent with completing quality reports.
• Maintain accurate, daily timekeeping records. Document late starts, early outs, and absences.
• Recommend personnel actions such as hiring, promotions and discipline.
• Perform additional assignments as requested/needed.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with other construction trades and crafts
• Knowledge and understanding of OSHA safety regulations as well as company safety policies and procedures
• Strong leadership and supervisory skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to solve problems and resolve conflicts
• Ability to manage differences and diversity at the workplace
• Strong planning and scheduling skills
• Ability to handle administrative duties of position, including completion of required documents
• Effective use of computers and other technology
• High school degree or equivalent
• 5+ years’ experience as a qualified tradesperson
• OSHA-30 certification (if not currently certified, must be obtained within six (6) months from date of hire)
• An active Texas Journeyman Electrical license is required for individuals performing and supervising work in this field.
• Employment is contingent upon active membership in the appropriate local trade union

Benefits

As a 100% employee-owned company, we are committed to supporting the well-being of our employees and their families.

For positions covered by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), wages and benefits—including health and welfare, retirement, paid time off, and other provisions—are determined in accordance with the applicable local union agreement.

In addition to union-provided benefits, employees may have access to company-sponsored programs such as:

• Training and professional development opportunities
• Company-supported career advancement and apprenticeship pathways
• Wellness resources and employee support programs

Please note that specific benefits and eligibility may vary based on union affiliation, location, and the terms of the applicable CBA.

About Southland Industries

As one of the nation’s largest MEP companies, Southland Industries is built on the foundation of great people. Since 1949, we have put our people first, enabling growth, professional achievement, and innovation.

Southland Industries and all its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing our employees with a safe work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Southland Industries are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, marital status, family care or medical leave status, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Southland Industries will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

Contingent Employment:

All employment offers are contingent upon successful drug tests, background checks, and professional reference checks. Roles that include driving as an essential job duty will be required to have a successful Motor Vehicle Record check (MVR). We are not able to offer sponsorship of employment at this time.

External Agency Announcement

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