PAINTER FOREMAN - Austin Industrial - Plaquemine, LA

Austin Bridge & Road•Plaquemine, LA

11h•Onsite

About The Position

Austin Industrial is hiring a Painter Foreman to supervise and coordinate skilled and unskilled workers engaged in construction projects. The role is responsible for planning and scheduling work so it is completed safely, according to plans and specifications, within established timelines and estimated costs. The Foreman may also maintain working relationships with inspectors, developers, vendors, and subcontractors. The position manages crews, equipment, materials, logistics, work plans, training, and job-site safety and quality. Duties include reviewing contract documents and drawings, monitoring labor costs and production, preparing daily and weekly work plans, coordinating quality inspections, inspecting work in progress, training and motivating employees, supervising subcontractors, maintaining equipment, and documenting field activities. The Foreman also supports project closeout and demobilization and performs other assigned duties. Applicants must be legally authorized to work for any employer in the United States; Austin Industrial cannot sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this position.

Requirements

NCCER certification.
TWIC credential.
Driver’s license.
At least 5 years of industrial and supervisory experience is preferred.
Legally authorized to work for any employer in the United States; visa sponsorship is unavailable.
Ability to meet the listed physical demands, including regularly lifting or moving up to 25 pounds and frequently lifting or moving up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

At least 5 years of industrial and supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

Supervise and coordinate skilled and unskilled workers and manage crews, equipment, materials, and logistics.
Review contract documents, submittals, shop drawings, and schematics to determine work scope, materials, and craft manpower needs.
Execute work plans for major project components and monitor adherence to those plans.
Order self-perform materials, supplies, and small tools from approved suppliers, and ensure timely requisitions for required materials and equipment.
Monitor daily labor costs and production rates, take corrective action when productivity or costs fall outside expected norms, and complete hourly time-card reporting.
Encourage efficient and productive work methods and provide feedback and coaching to craftsmen.
Maintain crew equipment, conduct preventive-maintenance training for operators, and ensure proper equipment use and storage.
Prepare detailed daily construction plans and general weekly plans, and manage work to meet the schedule.
Schedule required QA/QC inspections to obtain owner acceptance of work.
Inspect work in progress, ensure established tolerances and performance standards are met, and take corrective action when needed.
Coordinate crews into an effective working unit and foster subordinate training and development.
Recommend personnel actions and suggest plans to motivate workers toward goals.
Supervise subcontractors to ensure compliance with plans, specifications, and schedules.
Conduct toolbox and JHA safety meetings, enforce safety regulations and company policies, and remain alert to safety conditions.
Investigate alternative work methods and materials to improve efficiency and quality and resolve issues.
Ensure compliance with plans and specifications and perform project-completion tasks, including punch lists and demobilization.
Maintain detailed daily reports of field construction activities.
Interpret company policies for workers and communicate the Equal Employment Opportunity Policy in conjunction with safety meetings.
Conduct on-the-job training for qualified personnel and record and report hours on the Foreman’s Daily Control.
Complete the Foreman’s Daily Control accurately, including employee hours, job number, cost codes, and quantities.
Perform other duties as assigned.