Working Construction Foreman

General Maintenance Corporation; Kenner (LA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company transport provided from shop

Equal Opportunity Employer

Drug-Free Workplace

Job summary

General Maintenance Corporation is seeking a hands-on Working Construction Foreman to lead field operations across gas station maintenance, exterior branding, and repair projects. You will lead a crew on-site, drive team operations, perform hands-on installation and repair work, and serve as the main point of contact between field staff, site managers, and corporate leadership.

This role requires practical construction and leadership experience, the ability to supervise painting, canopy/panel

Qualifications

• Hands-on construction and leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead a crew of painters and laborers on-site to meet schedules.

Skills

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Strong decision-making

Active listening

Conflict resolution

Problem-solving

On-site leadership

Tools

Scissor lifts

Ladders

Power tools

Job description

General Maintenance Corporation is seeking a hands-on, Working Construction Foreman to lead field operations across gas station maintenance, exterior branding, and repair projects. In this role, you will lead a crew on-site, drive team operations, perform hands-on installation and repair work, and serve as the main point of contact between field staff, site managers, and corporate leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Field Leadership & Supervision: Guide, direct, and work alongside a crew of painters and laborers to ensure daily tasks are completed safely, accurately, and on schedule.

• Site Operations: Transport crew members from the main office to work sites using a company truck. Interact directly with site managers or owners to review scopes of work.

• Execution & Quality: Perform and oversee routine tasks including commercial painting, canopy and panel installation, decal application, and gutter/deck pan repairs.

• Safety & Equipment Operation: Enforce job site safety standards, maintain hydration/rest protocols in varying weather conditions, and operate equipment including scissor lifts, power tools, and ladders.

• Reporting & Administration: Track daily attendance, log task completion, take project progress photos via smartphone, and report site updates to supervisors.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Work Setting: 90% outdoor work under gas station canopies in all weather conditions (heat, cold, rain).

• Physical Requirements: Ability to stand and walk continuously for 5.5–8 hours daily, lift up to 50 lbs frequently, and bend/kneel without restrictions.

• Required Attire: Steel-toe boots, jeans, and company-provided ANSI Class 2 reflective shirts.

Qualifications

• Language: Bilingual in English and Spanish is a plus to communicate effectively with field crews and office staff.

• Experience: Hands-on experience with basic construction methods, commercial painting, and using power tools (drills, impact drivers, grinders, saws).

• Equipment Knowledge: Basic understanding of operating scissor lifts and working safely from ladders.

• Soft Skills: Strong decision-making, active listening, conflict resolution, and problem-solving abilities on-site.

• Tech Requirements: Personal smartphone required for accessing time tracking applications, email/texting, and capturing job photos.

• Education: Open to candidates regardless of high school diploma status; practical construction and leadership experience is prioritized.

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly pay with overtime eligibility (Non-Exempt status)

• Company transport provided from shop to job sites

• Equal Opportunity Employer & Drug-Free Workplace