Foreman, Plumbing

Karber Corporation • Phoenix, AZ

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Karber Corporation (K CORP) is a full-service mechanical and plumbing contractor. Our projects span data centers, healthcare, manufacturing, schools, aviation, office, and hospitality sectors. We believe that talent comes from all walks of life. Ambition and hard work are the only prerequisites to achieving your goals at K CORP. Whether you aspire to become a highly skilled tradesperson or the president of our company, there are no limits to what you can achieve here! As a Commercial Mechanical Plumbing Foreman, you will play a vital role in driving project success by bringing strong leadership, clear direction, and hands-on expertise to every job. You will lead teams with confidence while executing projects in alignment with Karber Corporation Mechanical procedures, ensuring top-tier safety, quality, on-time delivery, and profitability. In this role, you will build lasting relationships, deliver exceptional customer service to K Corp Contractors and trusted vendors, and actively contribute to a culture that values safety, efficiency, and teamwork. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact, help elevate the team, and support the continued success of our mission.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in commercial mechanical and/or plumbing construction
• 2+ years in a foreman, lead, or supervisory role on commercial projects
• Strong knowledge of commercial plumbing systems, codes, and installation practices
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, specifications, and shop drawings
• Proven experience coordinating crews, subcontractors, and material deliveries
• Commitment to job site safety and compliance with OSHA standards
• Ability to manage schedules, manpower, and productivity to meet project milestones
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to job sites as required
• Ability to pass pre‑employment requirements (as applicable)
• Proven ability to lead, motivate, and supervise field crews
• Strong problem‑solving, decision‑making, and communication skills
• Solid understanding of commercial plumbing and mechanical systems and applicable codes
• Experience coordinating inspections, quality control, labor, materials, and job progress
• Strong commitment to jobsite safety, enforcing company policies, and maintaining high workmanship standards
• Excellent time management, organization, and customer‑service skills
• Ability to maintain professional relationships with project teams, contractors, inspectors, and vendors

Nice To Haves

• Pro Core and ADP Time & Attendance

Responsibilities

• Ensure a safe work environment all day every day.
• Conduct Toolbox Topic every week and turn in Sign in Sheets every Monday to HR and superintendents.
• Maintain strict adherence to the policies set forth in the K Corp Safety Manual.
• Read chapter from the health and safety manual with your team weekly during the weekly safety meeting.
• Manage PPE supplies for your site.
• Identify and eliminate construction and job site hazards.
• Ensure quality standards exceed customer expectations.
• Manage and maintain QA/QC plan.
• QA/QC plans to be filled out and updated for each work task.
• Maintain and update installed quantity and labor tracking plan.
• Plan your work and work your plan, coordinate, and supervise construction activities.
• Participate in project turn over and change order – Zero. (When invited by the Superintendent.)
• Maintain Daily Reports and all weekly/daily required paperwork.
• Update weekly progress on Project Drawings.
• Create and update Three (3) week project plan look ahead on a weekly basis.
• Maintain schedule and man loading projections.
• Manage subcontractors working for K Corp monitoring schedule and quality.
• Thoroughly review and understand scope documents, drawings, and specifications.
• Interface with all project team members as required in the establishment of project schedules.
• Prepare accurate material take-offs and properly identify specified materials as per project plans, specifications, and approved submittals when applicable. (Complete all columns within the Material Requisition Sheet prior to submission to purchase.)
• Allow 3 – 5 days for procurement on all material requisitions.
• Layout appropriate systems and make isometric and schematic sketches from blueprints, submittals, and job orders.
• Understand ASME and ANSI Codes and Standards as they apply to project drawings and specifications.
• Coordinate placement and storage of materials, tools and supplies to support the construction plan, assist in maintaining assigned tool inventory.
• Maintain equipment rental schedule.
• Mentor trade personnel for professional development.
• Perform other duties as assigned by your Superintendent/Manger as needed.
• Maintain all employee timekeeping including accurate hours as well as applicable cost coding.
• Approve Paid Time Off (PTO) forms 3 weeks prior to time off request.
• Adhere to the K Corp Vehicle Policy Agreement and required Vehicle Maintenance.
• Interface with Superintendent to ensure all company, customer and project policies and procedures are adhered to.
• Maintain sign in sheets and turn in weekly.
• Submit expense reports with receipts weekly.
• Generate 3 week look ahead schedules and turn in weekly.
• Fill out PTPs, review with crew and revise when task changes.
• Fill out Daily Reports and include photos where applicable.
• Perform weekly safety observations.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate
• Comprehensive benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & AD&D, Critical Illness and Disability insurance
• 401(k) Traditional & Roth retirement savings with Employer Match Contribution
• Employee Discount Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed