Refrigeration Foreman - Commercial & Industrial

CoolSys - Refrigeration and HVAC Systems; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Ongoing education

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Paid time off

401(k) match

Quarterly bonus plan

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Job summary

CoolSys - Refrigeration and HVAC Systems seeks an experienced project lead in Fort Myers, FL to supervise installation crews on commercial refrigeration projects. You will mentor apprentices, manage schedules, and coordinate with customers and contractors on site.

The role requires hands-on copper brazing, supermarket refrigeration installs, and strong safety leadership. A valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle are expected.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in commercial building construction or related industry/trade.
• Minimum of 5 years of supermarket refrigeration install experience.
• Hands-on supermarket refrigeration install experience, copper brazing, and underground/above-ground wiring.
• High school diploma, GED, or completion of trade program; college degree is a plus.
• Valid driver’s license and good driving record.
• Knowledge of construction principles and practices, including efficient labor hour use.
• Ability to organize tasks and use good judgment in work assignments.
• Ability to give clear instructions and guidance as needed.
• Ability to maintain project labor hours within limits and request change orders as needed.
• Ability to ensure safe work practices and compliance with Safety policies.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Lead Technical resource on assigned projects.
• Lead 5-7 people at one time.
• Report on job status and performance.
• Control job costs.
• Develop and maintain productive relationships with peers, customers, GCs, and subcontractors.
• Ensure PPE use and safety behavior across employees.
• Ensure compliance with Installation policies, safety, time and attendance.
• Oversee 3rd party resources as needed.
• Direct and oversee work of Apprentices and Journeymen on projects.

Skills

Team leadership

Safety compliance

Project coordination

Budget control

Relationship management

Education

High school diploma or trade program

College degree a plus

Tools

ERP software

Excel

Word

Dispatch software

Job description

Benefits

At CoolSys, we offer more than just a job—we provide stability, growth, and industry-leading benefits for our employees.

• Competitive Compensation: $30-$45/hour (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.

Overview

What we offer

Why CoolSys?

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: $30-$45/hour (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

This position is responsible to lead, train and mentor the project crew, prioritize and delegate responsibilities, communicate with the trades people on the job site, and track project schedule to ensure projects are completed efficiently, accurately and on-time. This person will be also be hands on with their team, doing copper brazing, supermarket refrigeration installs and more.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Serves as Lead Technical resource on assigned projects.
• Will lead anywhere from 5-7 people at one time.
• 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.

Qualifications

Job Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in commercial building construction or other related industry/trade
• MUST have a minimum of 5 years of supermarket refrigeration install experience.
• MUST have hands on supermarket refrigeration install experience, copper brazing and working on underground and above ground wiring.
• High school diploma, GED, or completion of trade program or technical school. College degree is a plus.
• Valid drivers’ license and good driving record.
• Knowledge of construction principles and practices, including efficient use of labor hours.
• 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 understand and follow all company policies and procedures and all applicable State and Federal laws.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Track record of punctuality and dependability.
• Ability to use typical business tools including E-Mail, Word, Excel, Work Order/Dispatch Software, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software, etc.

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Coolsys is 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 characteristics are encouraged to apply. Pre-employment background screening (criminal and MVR 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.

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