Pipe Foreman

Matrix Service Company; Emporia (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Matrix Project Services in Emporia, VA is seeking a Pipe Foreman to lead a pipe crew on industrial new construction, maintenance and turnaround projects. You will read blueprints, plan scopes, assign tasks, manage crews, and ensure safety and QA/QC across sites.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of pipefitting experience, 1+ year in supervision, and NCCER certification or Craft Skills Test proficiency. Expect field work in various weather with on-site safety training and adherence to company

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience with pipefitting processes for Industrial New Construction, Maintenance and Turnarounds.
• 1+ years’ supervisory experience in a craft environment.
• Must pass the Craft Skills Test at 70% or hold NCCER certification.
• Ability to read, understand and follow Matrix Service policies and procedures.
• Complete Matrix Service Safety training and site-specific training; pass drug testing and background checks.

Responsibilities

• Read blueprints and specifications to determine scope, materials and sizes.
• Manage crew processes, scheduling, costs and employee relations.
• Identify tools required for tasks and plan workflow.
• Highlight safety risks and enforce precautions.
• Demonstrate knowledge of pipe fitting processes and coordinate operations to optimize resources.
• Ensure QA/QC requirements are met on projects.
• Represent the company on bid walks and potential projects.

Skills

Pipefitting

Supervisory experience

Blueprint reading

QA/QC

Safety awareness

Education

NCCER certification

Job description

Matrix Project Services
Emporia, VA 23847, USA

Description

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

The Pipe Foreman will lead a pipe crew as they assemble, layout, install and maintain pipe systems on an Industrial New Construction, Maintenance and Turnaround Industry.

TYPICAL DUTIES:

• Read blueprints and specifications to determine the scope of work: locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required
• Manage crew processes, scheduling, costs, employee relations issues, and employment needs.
• Identify all tools required for tasks.
• Identify safety risks and the precautions required to eliminate those risks.
• Illustrate in-depth knowledge of all pipe fitting processes.
• Tactically plan operations for scheduling workloads in crews efficiently utilizing assets and resources to minimize cost.
• Ensure all QA/QC requirements are met on assigned projects.
• Attend and represent the company on bid walks and potential projects.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

• Must have 5+ years’ experience with pipefitting processes for Industrial New Construction, Maintenance and Turnarounds.
• Must have 1+ years’ experience in a supervisory role. Good understanding of the craft environment being supervised and knowledge of basic hand tools.
• Must be able to pass the Craft Skills Test at or above 70% or have the NCCER certification for your craft.
• Must be able to read, understand and follow Matrix Service policies and procedures.
• Must be able to complete the Matrix Service Safety training, Process Safety Management training and Client / Site specific training.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain active status within the required drug testing program.
• Must pass a Background.

PHYSICAL/SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Employee will be required to adhere to large amounts of standing, walking, bending, squatting, sitting and lifting.
• Will talk and hear to communicate.
• Will use arms and hands to signal, grab, hold, turn, push, and pull objects, materials, controls and tools.
• May be required to pick up, lift, carry and move up to 50lbs.
• Will work at heights, climb ladders and stairways, and may occasionally work off of platforms/scaffolding using the appropriate fall protection requirements.
• Must be able to work in all weather conditions (including heat, rain, cold and wind) while wearing appropriate PPE.

EEO/M/F/Disability/Vets Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, marital status, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristic or category.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

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