Instrument Fitter Foreman

MasTec Industrial•Abernathy, TX

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Instrumentation Foreman plans, supervises, performs, and coordinates installation, maintenance, repair, and inspection work on electrical systems and services in new or remodeled facilities. The foreman plans daily crew activities and supports project execution at industrial construction sites. This role oversees craft workers, helps organize work and materials, monitors quality and safety, coordinates equipment, and supports the jobsite Superintendent. It requires travel to project sites, sometimes on limited notice, and may involve related trade work. The position is full-time, typically scheduled for 50 hours per week, with schedules subject to project requirements and travel of up to 90%. The role involves physically demanding outdoor work in changing site and weather conditions, including work at heights and in confined or uneven areas. Compensation is $52 per hour, commensurate with experience.

Requirements

At least 4 years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
At least 3 years of experience in a supervisory role.
Knowledge of MIC Health and Safety programs and project-specific regulations.
Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, and other documents.
Ability to perform basic arithmetic, including operations with two-digit numbers and operations involving tens and hundreds, including with units of weight, measurement, and volume.
Common-sense understanding and ability to carry out written or oral instructions.
Ability to work within precise standards of accuracy and follow established procedures and standards.
Ability to maintain effective working relationships with team members and supervisor.
Ability to perform hard physical work for shifts of up to 12 hours in varying temperatures and outdoor conditions.
Physical strength and stamina to use arms, hands, and legs; push, pull, lift, and carry objects up to 50 pounds; and stoop, kneel, balance, crouch, crawl, and climb repeatedly.
Ability to work in changing weather and site conditions, including exposure to extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, odors, and loud noise.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment, including safety-toed shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, hardhat, and vest.
Ability to move in confined, cluttered, and uneven areas and work at heights while following fall-protection requirements and using required safety equipment.
Ability to evaluate information against measurable standards, recognize details and slight differences in shapes and shading, and visualize three-dimensional objects from drawings.
Adequate balance, vision, hearing, and coordination of eyes, hands, and feet, with corrective aids if needed.
Ability to travel up to 90% and be present at project sites.

Nice To Haves

NCCER certification or license.

Responsibilities

Interpret specifications and read blueprints.
Assist in laying out work for the crew.
Preplan daily activities and ensure crew productivity meets the job schedule.
Monitor the quality of work performed and installation completed by craft workers.
Order materials and coordinate their delivery.
Complete project documentation, including daily reports, safety reports, ESRs, and inspection reports.
Coordinate equipment needs, ensure operators are qualified, and ensure equipment is maintained and repaired promptly.
Support the jobsite Superintendent in coordinating project activities.
Perform related trade work as required.
Travel to different jobsites on limited notice.
Implement improved production methods and strengthen best practices.
Promote and comply with company and safety policies and procedures.
Train and instruct crew members in safe work practices for assigned tasks.
Audit safe work practices and ensure PPE is available and used properly.
Assist Human Resources and the Superintendent with interviewing, hiring, training, performance appraisal, and addressing employee complaints in the field.
Directly supervise and coordinate daily activities of craft workers.
Complete ESRs for employees with a change in job status, such as transfer, layoff, or termination.
Conduct regular performance reviews of crew members.
Manage up to six or more employees and foremen.
Train and mentor new workers.
Participate in daily toolbox meetings with crews and subcontractors when on-site.
Set a personal example of safe behavior and look for ways to improve safety, quality, and productivity.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance, with plan choice and coverage options for spouse, domestic partner, and children.
Life insurance.
Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
401(k) with company match.
Employee stock purchase plan (ESPP).
Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care.
Legal services or group legal plan.
Subsistence according to company policy when the residence of record is at least 60 miles from the project site.
Diabetes management, telehealth coverage, prescription drug plan, pet insurance, and weight management drug discount.
Discounted national gym membership network.
Employee Assistance Program.
Accidental death and dismemberment coverage.
Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity coverage.
Emergency Travel Assistance Program.
Competitive pay with ongoing performance reviews and merit increases.