General Foreman - Pipe

Description

The Pipefitter Foreman is a key leader on our mechanical teams, responsible for overseeing all phases of piping installation with precision, efficiency, and a deep commitment to quality. From coordinating crews and planning daily tasks to solving layout challenges and ensuring code compliance, this role plays a vital part in driving projects forward on time and within scope.

In this role, you'll lead by example-drawing on your experience with industrial piping, welding, rigging, and system testing-while mentoring journeymen and apprentices to uphold the highest standards of safety and craftsmanship. You'll collaborate closely with superintendents, project managers, and other trades to keep work flowing and resolve issues in real time.

Pipefitter Foremen are valued for their leadership in the field, their technical expertise, and their ability to build strong, reliable teams. Their impact is seen in the quality of the systems delivered and the success of the projects completed.

RK Overview

RK Industries (RK) is a second-generation family-owned business built on hard work and strong values. Led by brothers Rick and Jon Kinning, we take pride in delivering a wide range of hands-on services including construction, manufacturing, custom fabrication, and building services. With seven specialized business units working in close coordination, we ensure every job is done right from start to finish. Our proven methods, focus on safety, and commitment to quality help bring our customers' biggest ideas to life.

Position Summary

Provide comprehensive onsite practical and technical direction pertaining to contract scope of work. Oversee the scheduling, coordination, and supervision of all onsite crew activities. Supervise and coordinate on site field operations of RK Mechanical, Inc. and associated sub-contractors.

Role Responsibilities

• Adhere to project schedule and orchestrate timely project completion within budgeted costs.
• Cooperate with project management and maintain open lines of communication regarding matters concerning project budget, productivity, change orders, and customer satisfaction.
• Practice, promote, and develop mentoring at all trade and manpower levels throughout the project.
• Devotes majority of time to work installation and installation-related duties.
• Assist Corporate Safety Managers as requested.
• Customer satisfaction and public relations liaison.
• Work within the perimeters of the project budget.
• Ensure quality craftsmanship on all mechanical system installations.
• Company policy and procedure compliance.
• Develop 'Master Plan' approach for project.
• Execute, supervise and maintain CPMI.
• Schedule daily and weekly scope of work activities. Short interval plan.
• Material, tool, and equipment requisitions.
• Maintain workforce quality.
• Maintain proper journeyman to apprentice ratio.
• Code compliance.
• Conflict resolution.
• Maintain current updated, amended drawings ready for inspection at all times.

Qualifications

Minimum Physical Requirements and Accountability

What Sets RK Industries Apart

Safety : Our unmatched culture of safety is our foremost core value, guiding everything we do each day : Health, Safety, & Environmental

Awards : Whether in Construction, Manufacturing, Fabrication, or Service, RK Industries is highly recognized and accredited throughout the industry : Accreditations & Recognition

Benefits : RK Industries offers competitive benefits to support your growth and well-being : Benefits & Rewards

Philanthropy : RK Industries not only builds our community through our projects, but also invests in it by supporting local services for over a decade through the RK Foundation : RK Foundation

Development : Through RK University, we provide hands-on training and development opportunities that empower employees to advance their careers and grow within the company, to include leadership and technical learning opportunities, we well as our accredited apprentice program : RK University & RK Apprenticeship Program

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

RK Industries, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law