Co-Foreman

Groundworks•Grand Rapids, MI

10d

About The Position

The Co-Foreman is a field-based crew leader and contributor who works alongside an experienced Foreman and develops the skills needed to advance into a Foreman position. The role includes hands-on leadership training and an industry certification program. The Co-Foreman helps coordinate crew tasks and assignments according to work priorities, schedules, objectives, and workforce availability, and assists in monitoring project progress to keep work on track for time and budget.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience.
Strong communication skills, ability to motivate others, and ability to work as a team player.
Experience leading crews or small teams.
Previous experience in construction, home services, trade work, or general labor.
Basic construction or mechanical knowledge.
Valid, non-restrictive driver’s license.
Ability to enter crawl spaces and other confined areas.
Ability to lift heavy objects, walk and stand for long periods, and perform strenuous physical labor, often under adverse conditions.
Ability to lift, push, pull, or carry objects and to sustain the physical effort required to handle heavy loads.
Good manual dexterity and multi-limb coordination, and ability to move arms and legs quickly.
Excellent stamina.
Ability to read reports, data, statistics, and information on computer screens.

Responsibilities

Assist the Foreman in leading a high-performance team serving customers in a local market or area.
Review job specifications and identify the materials, tools, and equipment needed before arriving at the jobsite.
Assess jobsite conditions, develop a work plan based on time, tools, and work sequence, and assign duties to crew members.
Install products and services with support from the company’s trained professionals.
Troubleshoot and adapt as needed to complete jobs according to company standards and timetables.
Provide customers with quality service while performing work onsite.
Complete final documentation accurately and deliver it to the appropriate parties.
Load and unload materials, tools, and equipment safely and efficiently, and clean the truck.
Perform installation duties safely and efficiently according to instructions, methods, standards, and timetables provided by the Foreman and company.
Drive company vehicles safely and meet requirements for operating them.
Assist with planning, scheduling, and coordinating work, accounting for labor hours and productivity.
Assist in supervising, leading, and mentoring a crew of two or more people; lead the crew when the Foreman is absent.
Communicate with customers before, during, and after a job, and address changes before implementing them.
Complete required paperwork and check-in and check-out procedures.
Use trade-specific installation tools correctly and care for equipment.
Foster a positive team environment grounded in trust, professionalism, integrity, and respect.
Follow and promote workplace policies and procedures, including safety and policies against bullying, harassment, violence, and discrimination.
Uphold the company’s image and reputation in the community.
Report to work reliably and on time each working day.
Perform other duties as necessary or assigned.

Benefits

Competitive base pay plus a bonus paid per job.
Best-in-class certification program and career growth opportunities.
Tools and transportation to the jobsite provided.
Free pair of Red Wing boots provided every year.
Performance-based recognition, trips, and events.
Annual Tribe Appreciation Tour, holiday events, and volunteer events.
Promotion from within; the company states it promotes internally 80% of the time.
Employee Ownership Program.
Tuition reimbursement.
Two weeks of PTO and six paid holidays.
United States: medical, dental, vision, long- and short-term disability, company-paid life insurance, 401(k) with company match, and paid maternity leave.
Canada: medical, dental, long- and short-term disability, and company-paid life insurance.