Lead Plumber Foreman - Hands-On Leadership

Somerville; Somerville (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation benefits

Health insurance

Retirement options

Job summary

The City of Somerville is seeking a Working Foreman specialized in plumbing to supervise a small crew, assign tasks, and ensure adherence to safety and trade practices. Ideal candidates hold a Massachusetts Master Plumber license and driver’s license, with at least two years of plumbing experience.

The role involves hands-on plumbing work and daily reporting, in a challenging outdoor environment. Responsibilities include coordinating with the foreman, maintaining equipment, and ensuring quality

Qualifications

• Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions.
• Ability to submit written and verbal reports.
• Ability to organize work teams, delegate responsibilities and assignments to employees, and resolve conflicts or miscommunication that may happen on worksite quickly and amicably.
• Must have ability to use tools of trade in workmanlike manner.
• Knowledge of plumbing trade, tools, practices and equipment.
• Must possess a current valid Massachusetts Master Plumbers License.
• Two years paid experience as plumber.
• Must possess a current valid Massachusetts Class D Driver’s License.
• Must have a safe driving record.
• Subject to yearly Motor Vehicle Record/Driver’s License check.
• Must be computer literate or willing to train on technology.
• Must be in good health and capable of hard physical work in extreme weather conditions.
• Ability to exercise independent judgement and discretion in inspecting and assessing work.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and works with a small group of employees; transmits work assignments.
• Fills out daily reports and enforces safety regulations.
• Maintains discipline on site and orders supplies/equipment.
• Reviews crew work for compliance with instructions and trade practices.
• Performs plumbing tasks such as installing and repairing pipes, fixtures, valves, and related components.
• Performs other manual duties related to plumbing work.

Skills

Team leadership

Tool usage

Written/verbal reporting

Read and follow instructions

Plumbing knowledge

Strong physical stamina

Safe driving

Job description

The City of Somerville is seeking a Working Foreman specialized in plumbing to supervise a small crew, assign tasks, and ensure adherence to safety and trade practices. Ideal candidates hold a Massachusetts Master Plumber license and driver’s license, with at least two years of plumbing experience.

The role involves hands-on plumbing work and daily reporting, in a challenging outdoor environment. Responsibilities include coordinating with the foreman, maintaining equipment, and ensuring quality