Traveling Mechanical Superintendent

ZipRecruiter; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading industrial services provider is seeking a Mechanical Superintendent to oversee daily mechanical construction activities. The role involves supervising workers, managing project progress, and ensuring safety compliance on-site. Candidates should have strong knowledge of welding and mechanical systems, with the ability to work in various conditions. Benefits include health insurance, 401K matching, and tuition reimbursement.

Benefits

Health insurance (employer supplemented)

Life insurance (company paid)

Voluntary vision and dental insurance

401K with 3% company match

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• Ability to work in confined spaces and at heights.
• Good communication and adaptability skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily pipe fitting, welding, and mechanical activities.
• Enforce jobsite safety and comply with OSHA regulations.
• Analyze productivity trends and manage job costs.

Skills

Communication

Adaptability

Hand-eye coordination

Education

Basic math skills

Tools

Welding equipment

Precision measuring instruments

Job description

Job Description

Company Description:

hth companies is an industrial services provider offering mechanical insulation, scaffolding, industrial cleaning, and various other services to meet our customers' needs across the Midwest. At hth, we continue to promote the merit shop philosophy we were founded upon in 1984; rewarding employees based upon their merits of skills, productivity, and quality workmanship. Our vision is to be an organization that creates an environment where employees are encouraged to develop their full potential to provide quality work. We strive each day to better serve our customers and employees.

Position Overview:

The Mechanical Superintendent oversees the daily mechanical construction activities at the work site, including scheduling of workers, delivery of equipment and materials, and project progress. The supervisor should be familiar with a variety of field concepts, practices, and procedures in the specified discipline. Must be able to read prints and do take-offs for piping, steel, and civil jobs. Ability to schedule manpower and handle emergency work with little to no notice. Manage foremen in the field and track job progress. Lead the team in installation, assembly, dismantlement, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs. Strong knowledge of conveyors and pumps is required. Candidate must be able to set up, operate, and maintain welding equipment safely. Service and repair various machines within the industrial setting to ensure continuous plant operation.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Supervise daily pipe fitting, welding, and light mechanical/rigging activities.
• Assess workforce, material, tools, and equipment needs; arrange for these components to support the project.
• Analyze productivity trends and adjust work activities to optimize production.
• Review cost reports and projections; manage job costs within the contract budget.
• Develop solutions for routine problems using defined processes and experience.
• Enforce jobsite safety to comply with OSHA regulations and the company's safety program.
• Work in various weather conditions.
• Possess knowledge and experience to layout and fit pipe.
• Weld various metals using SMAW and GTAW processes.
• Lay out projects and execute effectively.
• Inspect angles and gap allowances using precision measuring instruments.
• Work at above ground elevations with harness and protective equipment.
• Perform physically demanding work for 8+ hours daily.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Education and Experience:

• Basic math skills.
• Knowledge of basic tools and their applications.

Personal Characteristics:

• Ability to follow all safety procedures.
• Ability to work in various weather conditions and confined spaces.
• Ability to work at heights while wearing safety harnesses.
• Good hand-eye coordination.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Adaptability and willingness to learn new skills.
• Follow instructions from supervisors and clarify responsibilities as needed.
• Respect for self, co-workers, managers, clients, and other contractors.
• punctuality and readiness to work.

Physical Abilities:

• Ability to perform essential functions safely and alertly.
• Lift and move up to 50 lbs regularly.
• Climb ladders repetitively.
• Perform physically demanding tasks for extended periods, including standing, walking, bending, and twisting.
• Perform tasks like loading, unloading, cleaning, shoveling, and painting.
• Work safely in confined spaces.

Benefits:

• Health insurance (employer supplemented).
• Life insurance (company paid).
• Voluntary vision and dental insurance.
• Critical illness and group injury insurance (voluntary).
• 401K with 3% company match.
• Tuition reimbursement.