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Pipe Shop Foreman

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RK Mechanical, Inc.

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United States , Henderson

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Salary:

38.00 - 42.00 USD / Hour

Job Description:

The Shop Foreman at RK plays a key role in the day-to-day operation of our structural steel fabrication shop. This position is responsible for leading a team of welders and fitters, assigning work based on production schedules, and ensuring jobs are completed safely, on time, and to quality standards. You'll work closely with other shop leads, project managers, and QA to support workflow, troubleshoot issues, and keep fabrication moving efficiently. This role is hands-on and fast-paced, ideal for someone with strong fabrication experience who enjoys coaching others, solving problems on the floor, and keeping operations organized. It’s an opportunity to step into a leadership role while staying close to the work, contributing to high-profile builds, and helping develop the next generation of skilled tradespeople.

Job Responsibility:

  • Supervise and coordinate activities of assigned craft workers
  • Interpret company policies for workers and enforce safety regulations
  • Assist in establishing and adjusting work sequences to meet construction schedule using knowledge of capacities of equipment and assigned personnel
  • Knowledge of code standards, specifications and metals
  • Maintain time records
  • Interpret specifications, blueprints and job orders as needed for area of supervision
  • Direct fabrication of assemblies in shop
  • Assist in adjusting work sequences to meet construction schedule
  • Study schedules and estimate worker-hour requirements
  • Work within the perimeters of the projected budget
  • Ensure quality craftsmanship on all system installations and code compliance
  • Assist in developing ‘Master Plan’ approach for projects
  • Assist with daily scheduling and weekly scope of work activities on assigned projects
  • Conflict resolution
  • Provide a safe work environment for you, RK crews, and all job site personnel. Assist Corporate Safety Managers as requested
  • Maintain positive and professional relationships with all customers, external and internal- customer satisfaction
  • Maintain workforce quality by promoting a respectful and positive working environment
  • Practice, promote, and develop mentoring at all trade and manpower levels throughout the project
  • Accountable for tool check in and out on assigned requests

Requirements:

  • Indirect supervision
  • Performs technical responsibilities
  • Contributes to the development and improvement of concepts, techniques and procedures
  • Coordinates own tasks with a specific range of responsibilities under established procedures
  • Contributes to a team under general supervision of an experienced professional or manager
  • Skilled specialist or recent college/university graduate
  • Role specific skills and experience required
  • Requires judgment or initiative in resolving issues and making recommendations
  • Supervision and guidance of crews
  • Work outside, inside, and in dusty, noisy and hazardous areas
  • Work in high places, tight places, confined spaces and/or other adverse locations
  • Climb, balance, squat, kneel and crouch
  • Work in all types of weather
  • Must have working knowledge of all trade materials and tools
  • Ability to lift, move, and/or carry 50 lbs
What we offer:
  • Competitive benefits to support your growth and well-being
  • Hands-on training and development opportunities through RK University
  • Accredited apprentice program
  • Safety culture
  • Health, Safety, & Environmental focus
  • Philanthropic support through the RK Foundation

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
December 11, 2025

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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