RK Company Overview

• As a second-generation, family-owned enterprise, RK Industries, LLC (RK) offers a diverse range of construction, manufacturing, advanced fabrication and building services. Led by Rick and Jon Kinning, RK represents seven distinct lines of business that work together to provide seamless project collaboration. Our exclusive building methodologies, accredited safety standards and professional execution allow us to turn our customers’ greatest concepts into reality.

Position and Responsibilities Overview

• This position will require a natural leader who possess logical and analytical long-range thinking and planning and that functions well in a fast-paced environment.
• This position requires someone who is well organized, consistent, dependable with high energy and the ability to perform a number of roles simultaneously while maintaining high standards of excellence. 
• This position requires a person who has an agile mind and skills combined to generate fast results
• The ideal candidate for this position will be a safety minded leader of people that is analytical, adaptable, dependable, decisive, empathetic, organized, inventive, hardworking, trustworthy and resourceful.
• This position requires a strong mechanical and plumbing skill set with an emphasis on safety, quality, productivity, developing and maintain relationships and being and holding other accountable.
• Work with each operations group and business unit manager on both performance and operations of their group(s) or business unit(s), giving them guidance, support and direction when necessary on difficult issues.
• Oversee and/or review all operations changes, schedule impacts, legal issues, problems or challenges and bring them to an amicable and profitable resolution.
• Group and/or business unit Vice President will keep the President appraised of all major developments and concerns on these types of issues.
• Responsible for development, training, implementation and enforcement of operations department standard policies and procedures.
• Responsible for the overall financial performance and execution of the operations group and supporting supplemental departments.
• Work with other department managers to make sure they have adequate staff and are providing the required services to the operations department.
• Work with each group and business unit manager on staffing decisions. Participate in interview process on all key hires to build a strong well-rounded team moving forward.
• Conduct monthly project management meetings for the purpose of reviewing and/or resolving major performance and financial issues, and keeping all managers updated on department and corporate developments.
• Responsible for the execution of the overall vision, strategic planning and long-range business development for the operations department.
• Responsible for overall customer – external and internal – satisfaction and relationships. Work with each group and business unit manager to assure customer satisfaction.
• Maintain proper staff and structure within the operations department.
• Review all employee performance review forms to assure proper personnel interface between employee and the supervisor within the operations department.
• Responsible for overall employee compensation and bonus administration within operations department.
• Review, address and appropriate resolve other department managers concerns related to performance of the operations department.
• Assist with corporate marketing needs.
• Provide leadership mentoring, coaching, guidance and support for all operations department personnel.

Qualifications

• Top level of leadership for major corporate function or strategic business group.
• Owns part of the company business strategy development and support initiatives.
• Establishes directions and leads the development of short and long-term corporate strategies and objectives.
• Determines and promotes company goals, strategies, products, services and achievements to key internal and external stakeholders.
• Ultimate accountability for performance results of the organization.
• Accountable for critical decisions and integrating strategies cross-functionally.
• 15 years of experience expected.
• Master’s college/university graduate with equivalent combination of skills and experience required.

Company Benefits

• Comprehensive medical plans with HSA and FSA options for you and your family.
• Generous 401(k) plan with immediate company match – 100% vested.
• Dental and vision insurance for your well-being.
• Short-term and long-term disability plans available after one year.
• Company provided life insurance and AD&D with options for supplemental buy-ups.
• Enjoy paid time off and holidays.
• Get paid weekly for your convenience.

In-house Programs

• Elevate your skills with career development training at RK University.
• Unlock discounts on essential products and services like phones, internet and work apparel.
• Participate in fun company and team-building events.
• Make a difference with volunteering opportunities.

Partnership Programs

• Access confidential counseling for personal issues and financial advice.
• Enjoy exclusive discounts on entertainment, including amusement park tickets and restaurant specials.

Safety is Our Top Priority

• Comply with all company policies and procedures.
• All employees are accountable for safety and health and are empowered to stop work if an unsafe condition is present. Employees should immediately notify their supervisor so that the hazard may be corrected.
• RK Mechanical employees and subcontractors are required to implement and maintain all safety and health systems practices including the training requirements of RK Mechanical Orientation, shop specific orientation, CPR/First Aid/AED/Bloodborne Pathogens, Hazard Identification and Reporting, and OSHA 10.

Why RK is a Great Place to Work

At RK, we take immense pride in our diverse business units, each specializing in delivering exceptional projects, products and services to our customers. What sets us apart is our unique ability to integrate these services, providing comprehensive solutions and offering our employees ample opportunities for growth and learning across different businesses.

• RK Mechanical: commercial and industrial plumbing, mechanical, process and HVAC contracting.
• RK Steel: custom fabrication and manufacturing of structural steel and miscellaneous metals for various industries.
• RK Electrical: commercial and industrial electrical contracting and service.
• RK Water: groundwater dewatering and remediation, facilities water treatment and custom fabrication.
• RK Service: commercial and industrial building and maintenance services.
• RK Energy: custom fabrication for various industries requiring ASME and modular skidded solutions.
• RK Mission Critical: design and manufacturing for off-site constructed modular solutions.

Our commitment to excellence has been recognized with numerous awards for our outstanding performance and contributions, including high rankings in various categories from the Denver Business Journal and ABC’s Top Performers by Market, illustrating our broad expertise. We’ve been consistently recognized as a top private company and a leading employer by ColoradoBiz Magazine, and we're proud of our long-standing position as number one in the Top 50 Family-Owned Companies since 2011.

Our strong commitment to safety, wellness and employee development has earned us prestigious accolades:

• ABC Step Awards
• ACCA Award Member
• AGC Safety Utah
• American Heart Association Fit-Friendly Worksite Award
• Wellness Workdays and Harvard Medical School Best Wellness Employer Certification
• Colorado Workforce Development Council Excellence in Apprenticeship Award
• Business Experiential Learning Commission Colorado Apprentice Award

In addition to our engagement with the community, we have been acknowledged in:

• Denver Business Journal Corporate Philanthropy rankings
• Named among The Civic 50 Colorado as one of the most community-minded companies

Each of our business units has its own impressive list of awards and recognitions, such as:

• Engineering News Record Top 20 Firms in Steel Erection
• ABC Excellence in Construction Awards
• AGC Awards for Construction Excellence
• Xcel Energy Top Trade Partner in Energy Efficiency
• USGBC LEED Program Member
• IECRM Annual Summit Awards
• MFG Magazine Colorado Manufacturing Awards

We also adhere to rigorous quality standards and accreditations, including:

• ISO 9001:2015
• ISO 14001:2015
• ISO 45001:2018
• AISC certifications

As a new member of our team, you’ll be joining a company that’s not just award-winning but is also consistently striving to exceed expectations and deliver excellence in all we do. Become an essential part of our thriving and dynamic team, where your contributions will drive our continued success.