Mechanical General Foreman

This is a field-based, hands-on position in which successful candidates contribute to the construction of a solar field. This position supports the mechanical scope for our project site. 

Responsibilities/ Duties:

• Oversee accurate clock in and out of assigned team members. 
• Complete and submit daily to Superintendent the Foreman Daily Report. 
• Oversee multiple or various mechanical construction activities such as:
• String Line, Laser, Tracker Shakeout, Huck & BOM, MIB, Damper, SPC Controller
• Pile Shakeout, Installation, and Remediation
• Installation of Slew Gear, Torque Tube, Drive Line, and Motor
• Module Staging and Installation
• Tracker and Module QA/QC
• Technical Aptitude
• Forklift Operation
• Set and oversee production goals and daily production tracking
• Assist in lay out of work for crews. 
• Preplan daily activities and ensure crew productivity to meet job schedule. 
• Monitor quality control of work in place by craft workers. 
• Assure requested materials, equipment and tooling meet the need of the schedule and crews.
• Oversee all documentation, assuring they are accurate and met expectations including but not limited to the following: JSA, Daily Reports, Inspection Reports, Crew Skills Matrix, etc. 
• Coordinate equipment needs, ensure operators are qualified and ensure that all equipment is maintained, and repairs are done in a timely manner.
• Support jobsite Superintendent to coordinate activities across the project. 
• May perform related trade work as required.
• Identify and communicate to leadership improvement suggestion and better methods of production in all aspects of job. 
• Focus on installation quality and doing things right the first time by examining and inspecting mechanical work to ensure quality installation standards are met.
• Implement process and programs to promote and lead Safety culture. 
• Reading and interpreting specifications and plans for all mechanical aspects of the project.
• Lead mechanical personnel to achieve completion of the project on schedule.
• Lead team members by example, offer effective coaching and feedback, and effectively manage performance. 

Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities:

• Ability to coach, train, and mentor
• Strong supervision skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to prioritized work and communicate work change to management.
• Ability to solve problems and utilized dispute resolution tactics.
• Knowledge of proper use of equipment, tools, materials and supplies on a construction project.
• Knowledge of OSHA guidelines and safe work practices.
• Ability to interpret specifications and read drawings. 
• Working knowledge of MS office, Procore, PDFs and other software.
• Required to travel to different jobsites on a limited notice. 
• Bi-lingual – Spanish/English preferred
• Follows leadership capabilities in areas including: One Team Approach, Understanding Drawings and Contracts, Timely Documentation of Field Decisions, Looking Ahead, Dispute Resolution, Problem Solving and Follow Through, Reporting, and Signal’s Core Principles
• Models leadership skills in areas including: Safety, Quality Work, Punctuality, Productivity, Positive Attitude, Mentorship, and Accountability

Education/ Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 5 years’ experience in the solar or related construction industry.

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