Sheet Metal Journeyman/Foreman

VHV Company; Winooski (VT); Hybrid; USD 51.000 - 69.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Holidays

Profit Sharing

Disability Insurance

401(k) Plan with Company Match

ESOP

Ongoing Employee Training

Zusammenfassung

VHV Company in Vermont is seeking a Sheet Metal Journeyman/Foreman to lead on-site crews on HVAC projects. You will review project scope, plan labor use, monitor schedules, and mentor journeymen and apprentices while maintaining safety and quality.

This full-time, 40+ hour week role requires NCCER Journey Worker certification, OSHA 10, and the ability to read blueprints and construction documents. Travel to local sites and coordination with vendors are part of the job; competitive pay ranges

Qualifikationen

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Minimum four years of experience in mechanical/HVAC.
• Must have NCCER Journey Worker Certification or equivalent (10,000+ hours).
• OSHA 10 certification required.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and construction documentation.
• Mentor and develop laborers and apprentices.

Aufgaben

• Lead on-site sheet metal activities and oversee project crews.
• Plan work to maximize labor, tools, and resources efficiently.
• Ensure work is completed on time and within budget while maintaining safety.
• Review project scope, blueprints, submittals, and building codes.
• Coach and mentor journeymen and apprentices and issue disciplinary actions when needed.
• Coordinate with vendors and subcontractors to meet schedules.
• Prepare daily job site reports and participate in regular project meetings.
• Promote a respectful, harassment-free work environment in compliance with policy.

Kenntnisse

Mentor and coach team

Problem solving

Safety focus

Adapt to extreme weather

Ausbildung

High school diploma or GED

Four+ years mechanical/HVAC experience

NCCER Journey Worker Certification

OSHA 10 certification

Jobbeschreibung

Job Title:Sheet Metal Journeyman/Foreman
Department: Operations
Reports To: Construction Operations Manager
Type: Full-Time
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Hours: 40+ hours per week
Pay Range: $ 37.00 – $50.00/hour

About VHV Company:

VHV is a full-service mechanical construction contractor specializing in high-quality plumbing, piping, and HVAC systems for commercial, industrial, and institutional clients across Vermont and New Hampshire. Headquartered in Winooski, VT, we’ve been building trusted relationships and delivering innovative solutions for over 75 years.

At VHV, you’re not just an employee—you’re an owner. As a 100% employee-owned company, we value teamwork, integrity, safety, continuous improvement, and treating each other with respect. Join a team committed to excellence, collaboration, and growth.

• Know & Do What’s Right
• Committed to Improvement
• Team Focus

Our Core Focus:

Hire, Promote, Reward, Repeat

Position Description:

The Sheet Metal Journeyman/Foreman directs and oversees all activities related to assigned projects with their primary responsibility being to provide leadership to site crews and to ensure that project execution remains on track, to be completed on time and on budget, while ensuring the adherence to safe jobsite work practices.

Essential Functions:

Management

• Review and understand project scope of work, blueprints, building codes and specifications to determine work details.
• Review and understand all submittals for the project.
• Plan work to ensure the most efficient use of available labor, tools and other resources.
• Review weekly labor analyses to ensure the project remains on schedule.
• Serve as a coach and mentor to journeyman, apprentices and laborers to motivate the crew and maintain a high employee morale.
• Discipline employees when necessary and issue written warnings when required.
• Promptly inform the HR Department of any employee issues including unacceptable behavior and attendance.
• Ensure vendors and subcontractors involved in the project are delivering and/or meeting their respective project items, punch lists and schedules so they are not negatively impacting the project.
• Create goodwill with customers by being responsive to their concerns while going above and beyond to assist in meeting their needs.
• Create and maintain a diversified work environment that is harassment free and in compliance with VHV’s company policy and all State and Federal regulations.
• Understand and report all issues or concerns that may fall under VHV’s harassment policy.
• Ensure all work performed is thorough and accurate.
• Ensure company tools, equipment, vehicles and property are cared for in an acceptable manner.

Administrative

• Complete the following weekly documentation in a timely manner:
• Timecards and employee expenses
• Cost analysis
• Safety toolbox talks
• T & M slips
• Pre-Task Plans
• Promptly inform the Safety Manager of any injuries that occur.
• Develop a good understanding of base contracts to help identify when work is outside of the initial defined scope.
• Coordinate material and equipment delivery with project team.
• Attend all job site and office meetings related to assigned projects
• Complete a daily job site report that provides a summary of work activities and who is on site
• Participate in employee evaluations and provide timely feedback to employees.

Safety

• Perform a daily site inspection to identify potential safety hazards and advise field workers and Safety Manager while working towards mitigation.
• Understand the proper use of all safety equipment and ensure crew are always using it correctly.
• Make sure job sites remain neat and orderly to avoid any potential safety hazards.

Qualifications & Competencies:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Four plus years of experience in the mechanical/HVAC industry or related field.
• Must have or obtain NCCER Journey Worker Certification, or equivalent with a minimum of 10,000 on job hours.
• Be a mentor to laborers and apprentices.
• Ability to work in extreme weather/temperature conditions.
• Possess strong practical problem-solving skills.
• Maintain company provided tools in a safe and acceptable condition.
• Ensure conformance to all company, customer, state and federal safety regulations.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret technical specifications, architectural drawings and construction documentation.
• Ensure applicable local and state codes and standards are being met with all installations.
• Ability to recognize and report unsafe working conditions.
• Maintain applicable certifications and licenses as required.
• Knowledge of related machines and tools, including their designs, uses, and maintenance.
• Knowledge of basic mathematics and ability to read and use various measuring devices.
• Knowledge of relevant safety equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to meet company, VOSHA and OSHA standards.
• Must have or obtain OSHA 10 certification.
• Ability to show up on time and ready to work each day.
• Adhere to VHV’s policies and procedures while representing and promoting the company in a professional manner.

How We Work: EOS + Continuous Improvement:

VHV operates on the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) , with a focus on:

Vision Process People

Issues Data Traction

This framework helps our team stay aligned, accountable, and continuously improving.

Opportunities for advancement exist for high-performing team members. We live our core value of being Committed to Improvement, offering access to education, training, and cross-functional growth. At VHV, we don’t just fill roles—we grow careers.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment:

This is a field-based position. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Ability and willingness to travel to local as well as remote locations (out of town, out of state) for short and/or extended periods of time.
• Ability to hear and verbally communicate effectively
• Ability to stand or walk for extended periods of time
• Workers must be able to see well (either naturally or with correction)
• Use hands, fingers, arms, and legs to safely manipulate objects
• Lift and carry tools and materials weighing up to 75 lbs (average lift less than 50 lbs)
• Climb up and down, balance and work safely on a minimum 30-foot ladder and scaffolding 15 feet or more in the air
• Requires ability to walk, climb, stand, carry materials, stoop, kneel, bend at waist
• The employee occasionally works outside and is occasionally exposed to cold, wet and or humid conditions
• Work regularly occurs at jobsites where exposure to construction related hazards exist, including working near moving mechanical parts, working in high and precarious places and confined spaces
• Wear the Proper PPE: safety boots that cover at least the ankle, denim or appropriate work pants without tears or rips, VHV logo preferably on the work shirt or jacket (depending on weather), safety glasses, gloves, and your hand tool bag

Additional Information:

Disclaimer: This job description outlines the general nature of the role and may not include all tasks or responsibilities. Team members may be asked to perform duties outside of their primary responsibilities as needed.

Employee Benefits

VHV offers industry-leading pay. Benefits packages include:

• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Holidays
• Profit Sharing
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) Plan, with Company Match
• Employee Owned Company (ESOP)
• Ongoing Employee Training
• Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• HSA Employer Contribution

Equal Opportunity Employer

VHV provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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