Co-Foreman

Groundworks • Baltimore, MD

21h • Onsite

About The Position

The Co-Foreman is a field leader and crew 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-leading certification program. The Co-Foreman coordinates work based on priorities, schedules, objectives, and workforce availability, and helps monitor project progress to keep work on track with respect to time and budget. The position involves installation work, jobsite coordination, customer service, crew mentoring, and maintaining company standards for quality and safety.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience.
• Strong communication skills, ability to motivate, 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.
• Knowledge of trade-specific installation tools and their correct use and care.
• Ability to enter crawl spaces and other confined areas.
• Ability to lift heavy objects up to 22 kg; the working-conditions section also states lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to walk and stand for long periods and perform strenuous physical labor, including under adverse conditions.
• Good manual dexterity and multi-limb coordination, ability to move arms and legs quickly, and 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 to identify required materials, tools, and equipment before arriving at the jobsite.
• Assess jobsite conditions, plan the work based on time, tools, and task sequence, and assign duties to crew members.
• Install products and services with support from the trained national team.
• Troubleshoot and adapt to job requirements to complete work to company standards and schedules.
• Provide customers with quality service while onsite.
• Complete final documentation accurately and deliver it to the appropriate parties.
• Safely load and unload materials, tools, and equipment, and clean the truck.
• Perform installation duties according to instructions, methods, standards, and schedules provided by the Foreman and Company.
• Drive company vehicles safely and meet all requirements to operate them.
• Assist with planning, scheduling, and coordinating work, including accounting for labor hours and productivity.
• Assist in supervising, leading, and mentoring a crew of two or more; lead the crew when the Foreman is absent.
• Communicate with customers before, during, and after jobs, and address changes before implementing them.
• Complete required paperwork and check-in and check-out procedures.
• Use trade-specific installation tools properly and care for equipment.
• Build a positive team environment through relationships, mutual trust, professionalism, integrity, and respect.
• Follow and promote Company workplace policies and procedures, including safety and policies against bullying, harassment, violence, or 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 bonus paid per job.
• Best-in-class certification program and career growth path.
• Tools and transportation to the jobsite provided.
• Free pair of Red Wing boots provided every year.
• Recognition, trips, and events for strong performance.
• Annual Tribe Appreciation Tour, holiday events, and volunteer events.
• Upward mobility; the company promotes from within 80% of the time.
• Employee Ownership Program.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Two weeks of PTO and six paid holidays.
• US benefits: medical, dental, vision, long- and short-term disability, company-paid life insurance, 401(k) with company match, and paid maternity leave.
• Canada benefits: 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