Refrigeration Superintendent

Job Title: Refrigeration Superintendent

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Refrigeration Superintendent to oversee multiple refrigeration/cold storage projects. This role involves managing main compressors, extensive piping work including stainless and copper, and ensuring projects are completed on schedule with high-quality standards and safety measures.

Responsibilities

• Identify job site facility requirements and collaborate with the Project Manager to acquire necessary assets.
• Establish and maintain job site security and coordinate with local building and permitting officials for inspections.
• Review and maintain all contract documents on-site and communicate deficiencies to the Project Manager.
• Work with the Project Manager in selecting subcontractors and suppliers, and hold start-up meetings to review scope, safety, schedule, and quality of work.
• Monitor purchasing and delivery schedules, develop short-term schedules, and conduct weekly progress meetings.
• Coordinate the activities of all on-site subcontractors for efficient operations and monitor adherence to schedule and quality requirements.
• Establish and enforce on-site loss control programs and conduct weekly job site safety inspections.
• Conduct regular safety meetings and investigate all loss control incidents to prevent reoccurrence.
• Support the Project Manager in subcontractor bidding and ensure work conforms to contract documents and quality standards.
• Complete daily quality checklists, coordinate independent testing labs, and conduct inspections as work nears completion.
• Complete and transmit daily construction reports and ensure all necessary documentation is in place before subcontractor mobilization.
  
  

Essential Skills

• Construction management
• Scheduling
• PROCORE or similar software experience
• Client interaction
• Safety oversight (OSHA 30)
• Subcontractor management
  
  

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous Refrigeration Superintendent or Foreman experience
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, including Outlook
• Experience with refrigeration projects involving 10 crew members
• Experience working on projects up to $10 million
• Comfortable working in warm and cold temperatures
  
  

Work Environment

The work environment involves managing on-site operations at distribution centers, ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards. Projects are located in various regions. The role requires flexibility to work in both warm and cold temperatures. Travel expenses and lodging can be arranged, with a weekly allowance for meals and incidentals if needed. The position offers a 12-month contract-to-hire opportunity with a focus on maintaining high safety and quality standards throughout the project duration.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Portland, OR.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $60.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Portland,OR. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jan 1, 2026.
  
  

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