What are the responsibilities and job description for the Plumbing Foreman position at Upchurch?
Company Overview
Upchurch is a rapidly growing, full-service building engineering company providing mechanical, plumbing, HVAC, and electrical services across the southeastern United States. Founded in 1970 and headquartered in Horn Lake, MS, Upchurch has grown through both organic expansion and strategic acquisitions, establishing a strong reputation for quality, reliability, and service excellence. We offer end-to-end solutions—from design and installation to ongoing maintenance and emergency support—helping clients maximize building performance, energy efficiency, and equipment lifespan.
Key Responsibilities
Upchurch Companies provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Upchurch is a rapidly growing, full-service building engineering company providing mechanical, plumbing, HVAC, and electrical services across the southeastern United States. Founded in 1970 and headquartered in Horn Lake, MS, Upchurch has grown through both organic expansion and strategic acquisitions, establishing a strong reputation for quality, reliability, and service excellence. We offer end-to-end solutions—from design and installation to ongoing maintenance and emergency support—helping clients maximize building performance, energy efficiency, and equipment lifespan.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide direct supervision and leadership to a team of plumbers and apprentices, assigning tasks, providing guidance, and ensuring efficient workflow on job sites.
- Ensure availability of plans, blueprints, materials, and tools
- Coordinate with supervisors to resolve work-related issues
- Accurately read and interpret complex plumbing blueprints, schematics, and specifications to ensure proper installation and adherence to project requirements.
- Enforce safety and housekeeping protocols
- Communicate status updates and delays to superintendents and project managers
- Serve as the main point of contact for supervisors regarding team operations and issues
- Minimum 8 years of verifiable experience in the plumbing trade
- Possess a valid Journeyman Plumber License in the State of Texas.
- Thorough knowledge of plumbing systems, blueprints, specifications, and codes
- Excellent leadership, communication (written and verbal), and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to plan and schedule projects to meet deadlines
- High attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Paid time off and holiday pay.
- Opportunities for professional development and certification assistance.
Upchurch Companies provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.