General Foreman

Nationwide | Full-time

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Looking for more than just a job? MKD Electric offers careers! Rewarding careers at that! We provide excellent benefits, training, educational opportunities, and promote from within the company. 

As one of the largest full-service merit shops in industrial electrical services, we specialize in instrumentation and control systems integrations. For over twenty years, we have designed, built, installed, and maintained our clients’ systems, projects, and facilities. We focus on safety, quality, and value as well as building and maintaining lasting relationships with our clients. Quickly moving into other industries, we are a fast-paced and agile company looking for a best-in-class General Foreman willing to roll up sleeves and exude a passion for teaching others.

MKD Electric is seeking an experienced General Foreman. As part of this role…

As a General Foreman, you will report to the Field Superintendent overseeing your department. You will be assigned projects to oversee with the underlying goals of ensuring the success of the project (as defined by our mission statement) as well as the development of the Foreman running the job.

 

You will ultimately be held responsible for the projects that are assigned to you. Your performance will be measured against the criteria listed below, as it relates to those projects. You will be given specific goals on a job-by-job basis that will be driven by the Foreman's skill set. While training your Foreman on a key area (identified as your goal for the project) you will be responsible for fulfilling/driving any duties your Foreman is unable to complete.


What you will do…

 

  •          Project Kick-Off

o   Complete print study with Foreman

o   Create list of initial RFI’s with Foreman and submit to PM

o   Review any specifications or standards for the project/site for the project

o   Assist the Foreman in the building the initial plans for the project

o   Document rough manpower forecast for the project

  •          Project Lifecycle

o   Attend and participate in weekly project meetings

o   Conduct Project Based Evaluations as directed by the Field Superintendent

o   Field verify/track completion and quality of the following:

 

§  Safety

·         TBT

·         Near Miss Reporting

§  Planning

·         3-Week look ahead

·         Constructability of Plan

·         Material and Tool Procurement

§  Productivity

·         Goal Setting

·         Reported Install Rates

·         Jobsite Setup

§  Documentation

·         DPR’s

·         QAQC

·         Labor Tracking

·         Changer Orders

 

*General Foreman required to complete/assist in tasks that Foreman is not capable of completing on their own.

 

  •          Project Closeout

o   Complete Project Based Evaluations to document Foreman’s performance throughout project and review findings with Foreman

o   Update Foreman OJT Tracker

o   Complete Lessons Learned worksheet and participate in Project Closeout meetings (whenever applicable)

  •          Additional Responsibilities  

o   Conduct disciplinary action meetings

o   Assist in driving company and/or group initiatives in the field

o   Attend regular briefing and manpower coordination meetings with Field Superintendent

o   Coordinate with other departments when needed (Safety, HR, etc.)

o   Cover other GF’s or Superintendents sites when the schedule dictates it

o   Direct and oversee the training of employees as needed

o   Assign, reward, or promote employees in accordance with company policies and procedures

o   Transfer, suspend, lay-off, recall discipline, or discharge employees ub accordance with company policies and procedures

o   Adjust grievances in accordance with company procedures

 

*You will be expected to rely on your experience and independent judgement when executing your job duties

 

 

What you will need to succeed…

 

 

  • Knowledge of OSHA and MKD safety standards.
  • Knowledge of National Electric Code.
  • Knowledge of A/C & D/C motors, A/C & D/C variable speed drive systems, motors, (single and three phase), motor control systems, P.L.C. Systems, process control systems and industrial electronics, circuit boards, computer hardware and software.
  • Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, maintenance, and safe operation.
  • Knowledge of procedures and principles for providing superior customer service.
  • Install, maintain, and repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures.
  • Repair, test, adjust, or install electronic equipment, such as industrial controls, motors, variable frequency drive systems, motor controls, P.L.C. systems, process control systems and industrial electronics, circuit boards.
  • Install/connect electrical equipment to power circuit.
  • Remove/disconnect electrical equipment from power circuit.
  • Install repaired/replacement equipment in various industrial settings, such as refinery, printing plant, mill, steel service centers, etc.
  • Perform scheduled preventative maintenance tasks.
  • Repair/replace and/or adjust equipment, machines, and defective parts.
  • Troubleshooting: conduct sequential tests to locate electronic malfunctions, analyze operation of malfunctioning electrical equipment or systems.
  • Conduit bending, terminations, and splices.
  • Installation of electrical components, equipment, or systems.
  • Set up and test industrial equipment to ensure proper and safe functioning.
  • Selecting the appropriate tools for the job.
  • Utilize electrical test equipment, such as calibration devices, voltmeter, ammeter, and ohmmeter.
  • Plan/organize work.
  • Coordinate efforts with other TM’s to successfully install/maintain equipment.
  • Soldering welding.
  • Reading, writing, and mathematics.
  • Read/comprehend tape measure, blueprints, schematics, technical drawings, work orders, instructions, formulas and processing charts.
  • Work independently within teamwork-based culture.
  • Multi-tasking.
  • Conflict resolution.
  • Communicate technical information.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills with excellent presentation skills
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, and Outlook applications
  •  Possess strong organizational and time management skills

 

 

Preferred experience…

 

 

  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • 10 years applicable field experience, 5 in supervisory capacity.
  • Valid Government Issued Drivers License
  • Proof of Work Authorization

 

Physical demands…

The Physical demands described within are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

  • Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • Must be able to lift to 60 pounds independently; lifting from knee to shoulder heights; other lifting required from various levels.
  • Must be able to carry and transport up to 60 pounds up to 20 feet.
  • Requires standing for extended period with frequent stretching, reaching, walking, and stooping, pushing and/or pulling in an environment that may be cold, hot, noisy, and wet and may have fumes or odors.

What you can expect in return…

  • On the job training with fully accredited training programs
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
  • 401K with company match
  • Access to opportunities to expand your skill set and share your knowledge with others across the organization
  • Company culture of promotions from within, with a start-up atmosphere allowing for varied and rapid career growth & development

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

MKD Electric is an equal employment opportunity employer. All applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. MKD Electric also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based upon any of these protected categories.

Please note this job description a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.