Skilled Laborer - Foreman

Western Specialty Contractors•Charlotte, NC

12d•$30 - $40

About The Position

Western Specialty Contractors is seeking a self-motivated Skilled Laborer Foreman to join its branch production team. The foreman is responsible for the performance and supervision of work within an assigned construction area, ensuring that work follows generally accepted craft standards, drawings, specifications, quality requirements, safety policies, and construction schedules. The role involves concrete repair, masonry, sealant, roofing, and related construction tasks; providing materials and equipment to craft workers; coordinating assigned workers and work sequences; and communicating progress and potential problems to the superintendent or project manager. The foreman also serves as the competent person on the job by identifying hazards and stopping unsafe work or removing employees from dangerous environments. Western Specialty Contractors is an employee-owned specialty contractor focused on restoring and protecting building envelopes, including facades, concrete, roofing, and waterproofing. The company describes itself as having more than 110 years of history and 30+ branches nationwide, with opportunities for hands-on experience, specialized training, and leadership development.

Requirements

Experience in concrete, sealants, roofing, or masonry is required.
Residential or commercial experience is required.

Responsibilities

Perform and supervise work within an assigned construction area in accordance with accepted craft standards, drawings, and specifications.
Assist craftsmen with work in the assigned construction area.
Perform concrete repair tasks, including small and large patches on horizontal and vertical surfaces, epoxy and urethane injection, carbon fiber reinforcement, grout pocket patching, post-tension repairs, and concrete sealing.
Lay brick, block, and stucco, and perform additional masonry and sealant duties.
Supervise workers assigned to the area and ensure work meets quality standards.
Act as the competent person on the job by identifying existing and predictable hazards, halting unsafe operations, or removing employees from dangerous environments.
Mix cement using a hoe or concrete mixing machine when needed.
Load, transport, and unload materials, tools, equipment, and supplies, and furnish them to experienced craft workers.
Clean the work area and restock supplies and materials as necessary.
Rig mobile and stationary scaffolding on structures in accordance with corporate guidelines.
Assist with lifting, positioning, and securing materials and workpieces during installation when needed.
Perform minor maintenance or cleaning of journeyman tools and equipment when needed.
Perform other routine duties as directed by craft workers.
Remove rough or defective spots from concrete using a grinder, hammer, or chisel, and patch holes when needed.
Coordinate assigned workers, establish and adjust work sequences to meet construction schedules, and communicate progress to the superintendent.
Ensure workers know and understand company safety policies.
Maintain liaison with the customer's representative and advise the superintendent and/or project manager of potential problems.

Benefits

Medical insurance, with the company paying over 80% of the premium.
Dental insurance, with the company paying over 80% of the premium.
Vision insurance, with the company paying over 80% of the premium.
Company-paid $10,000 life insurance benefit.
Company-paid $10,000 accidental death and dismemberment benefit.
401(k) plan; the benefits section also describes a company match.
Employee ownership through the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
Paid time off.
Maternity leave.
Additional benefits designed to support employees and their families.
Benefits eligibility requires working at least 30 hours per week and begins after 90 days of employment.