What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sheet Metal Foreman position at Newcomb and Company?
Job Title: Sheet Metal Foreman
Department: Commercial Construction
Reports To: Construction Project Manager
Wage: Hourly, commensurate with level of experience
Responsibilities and Duties:
· Lay out of mechanical systems, supports, or related equipment according to blueprints.
· Installation of commercial mechanical systems to include but not limited to:
o Packaged rooftop equipment
o Split system equipment (e.g. fan coils, heat pumps, condensing units, ductless splits, etc.)
o Central air handling equipment
o Exhaust and intake fans, louvers, vents and hoods
o Ductwork: low pressure, medium pressure, flex, spiral, galvanized, aluminum, black steel, etc.
o Dampers: volume control, fire, smoke, combination, automated, manual, etc.
o Kitchen hoods and associated ventilation equipment
o Air distribution: grilles and registers for ceiling, wall, floor and duct mounted installations.
· Review information in job package (e.g. plans, specifications, submittals, job scope, estimates, etc.) and coordinate with any assigned field personnel.
· Inspect or test installed systems using pressure testing or other methods.
· Cut or bore holes in structures prior to duct installation using hand or power tools.
· Load and unload tools and material.
· Setup of equipment at beginning of shift and breakdown at end of shift.
· Compile lists of material and equipment needed for project.
· Coordinate material orders and deliveries with company warehouse, shops, and construction managers.
· Coordinate tool, lift, and crane rentals as necessary for project.
· Maintain assigned tools and issued safety equipment.
· Supervise and support field personnel and crews on projects as required.
· Maintain daily communication with your direct supervisor, project manager and field personnel.
· Coordinate project inspections with construction manager.
· Support commercial sales staff as needed with project labor estimates, scheduling, and pre-bid meetings.
· Attend jobsite meetings and communicate information and any issues with construction managers, sales team and field personnel.
· Coordinate subcontractors as required for each project.
· Contact suppliers and vendors to obtain pricing and place orders for material and equipment when necessary.
· Complete as-built drawings at end of projects.
· Enter time worked daily and submit timesheet weekly.
· Follow all policies as outlined in the company handbook and safety documentation.
· Monitor jobsite to ensure a safe work environment and report any safety violations to safety supervisor.
· Overtime or varied shift work hours may be required.
Qualifications:
· Previous experience installing mechanical systems.
· Previous use of electrical and manual tools required (e.g. saws, squares, calipers, hammer type drills, etc.)
· Ability to manage commercial installations and coordinate with other crews.
· Previous experience managing multiple personnel on a project.
Requirements:
· Perform hands-on work as required.
· Tool Requirements: basic hand tools (e.g. cordless drill, hammer, screwdrivers, snips, tape measure, crescent wrench, channel locks, torpedo level, etc).
· General Requirements: ability to operate a forklift or other heavy equipment pending proper equipment certification provided by company. Company vehicle use will be subject to motor vehicle report and authorization.
· Physical Requirements: ability to perform additional physical activities that require considerable use of limbs and appendages such as climbing, lifting, reaching above shoulders, balancing, walking, stooping, and kneeling. Ability to lift, move and handle 80lbs tools or materials. Ability to climb and work from ladders, aerial lifts, or scaffolding. Ability to work in tight spaces or uneven terrain. Ability to work in environmental conditions that range from working outdoors during all seasons, indoor office environments, and utility plants.
Job Type: Full-time
Expected hours: 40 – 50 per week
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to Commute:
- Raleigh, NC 27604 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Raleigh, NC 27604: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person