Co-Foreman

Groundworks • Alabaster, AL

5d

About The Position

The Co-Foreman is a field crew leader and contributor who works alongside an experienced Foreman while developing the skills needed to advance into a Foreman position. The role includes hands-on leadership training and an industry certification program. The Co-Foreman coordinates crew tasks and assignments according to work priorities, schedules, objectives, and workforce availability, and helps monitor project progress to keep work on track with respect to time and budget.

The Co-Foreman assists with jobsite operations, installation work, customer service, crew leadership, and documentation. The position involves physical labor, including lifting, walking, standing, and working in crawl spaces and other confined areas. Regular and reliable attendance is an essential function of the job.

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.
• 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.
• Regular and reliable attendance.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Foreman with leading a high-performance team serving customers in a local market or area.
• Review job specifications to determine the materials, tools, and equipment needed before arriving at the jobsite.
• Assess jobsite conditions, plan work based on the available time and required tools, determine the order of work, and assign crew duties.
• Install products and services with support from a national team of trained professionals.
• Troubleshoot and adapt to situations as needed to complete work according to company standards and schedules.
• Provide customers with quality service while performing work onsite.
• Complete final documentation accurately and provide 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 schedules provided by the Foreman and company.
• Drive company vehicles safely and meet all requirements for operating a company vehicle.
• 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, and lead the crew when the Foreman is absent.
• Communicate with customers before, during, and after job completion, and address changes before implementing them.
• Complete required paperwork and check-in and check-out procedures.
• Use trade-specific installation tools appropriately and care for equipment correctly.
• Foster a positive team environment through strong relationships, mutual trust, professionalism, integrity, and respect.
• Adhere to and promote company workplace policies and procedures, including safety and policies against bullying, harassment, violence, or discrimination.
• Uphold the company's positive image and reputation in the community.
• Report to work 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.
• One free pair of Red Wing boots provided each year.
• Performance-based recognition, trips, and events.
• Annual Tribe Appreciation Tour, holiday events, and volunteer events.
• Upward mobility, with the company promoting from within 80% of the time.
• Employee Ownership Program.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Two weeks of paid time off and six paid holidays.
• US: 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED