General Foreman

Brown & Root Industrial Services, LLC•La Porte, TX

About The Position

The General Foreman oversees crew(s) that build, position, and dismantle wooden structures, including concrete forms, scaffolds, tunnel and sewer supports, and temporary frame shelters, according to sketches, blueprints, or company standards. The role relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines while requiring independent judgment in directing crew(s). It typically reports to a supervisor or manager.

Requirements

Work within precise limits or standards of accuracy.
Make decisions based on measurable criteria.
Apply basic mathematics and solve problems.
Plan work and select proper tools.
Compare differences in the size, shape, and form of lines, figures, and objects.
Work at heights without fear.
May require a high school diploma or equivalent.
May require previous experience in the field or a related area.
Have knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within the field.
Use independent judgment in directing crew(s).

Responsibilities

Examine, select, and gather materials and tools.
Examine blueprints and specifications to determine structure dimensions.
Inspect base surfaces for obstructions.
Load, transport, and unload materials.
Measure boards, timbers, or plywood with a square, measuring tape, and ruler, and mark cutting lines using a pencil and scriber.
Saw boards and plywood panels to required sizes.
Use carpentry hand tools, including hammers, levels, squares, screwdrivers, adjustable wrenches, hand and power saws, drill motors, and pry bars.
Assemble scaffolds with handrails, mid rails, braces and planks, toe boards, screening, locking pins, and wheels to job specifications.
Brace forms in place with timbers, tie rods, and anchor bolts for building concrete piers, footings, and walls.
Secure scaffolding to permanent structures by tying.
Erect scaffolding and install ladders, handrails, walkways, platforms, and gangways.
Set and brace anchor bolts.
Rig materials as needed.
Perform minor maintenance or cleaning activities on tools and equipment.
Observe and comply with all safety and project rules.
Perform other duties as required.