Special Projects - Retrofit Foreman

Position Summary:

Special Projects - Retrofit Foreman is responsible for leading the crew in the planning, verification and installation of equipment and material in an efficient manner for all projects that are deemed to fall within the scope of equipment retrofit or replacement in the Special Projects Division. These retrofit projects often require expedited completion times, and this individual is responsible for collaborating in the coordination of manpower and hitting project deadlines within budget. Special Projects - Retrofit Foreman will work directly with the Account Directors to verify proper equipment and subcontractor needs, they will create and issue purchase orders as needed, and are responsible for requesting additional man-power when needed. They are responsible for the dispatch and time card overview of their respective retrofit team. Special Projects – Retrofit Foreman will also work with the Construction Department in the start-up and air balance of completed jobs.

Required Qualifications:

• At least 5 years of experience in HVAC service and install.


• EPA 608 Universal Certification


• Strong knowledge of principles of operation of air conditioning and heating systems, and safety practices concerning HVAC work.


• Strong ability to install and replace various HVAC equipment.


• Field verification and fabrication of transition ductwork


• Demonstrated, thorough understanding of all HVAC equipment and its major components


• Detail transition ductwork for shob fabrication submission


• General understanding of various controls systems.


• Strong ability to perform assigned tasks independently.


• Strong knowledge of equipment, tools, and methods commonly applied in repairing and replacing air conditioning and heating equipment in commercial and residential buildings.


• Possession of a valid driver's license and insurable driving record.
  


• Strong ability to read and understand technical instructions and follow blueprints.


• Strong communication skills.

Desired Qualifications:

• Excellent ability to problem solves and find creative solutions in a timely manner. 
  


• Experience managing others and leading a team. 


• Proven leadership skills. 

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Receive sold projects for unit replacement from Service, Construction and Sales departments.


• Responsible for team’s adherence to safety policies and standards on their retrofit projects


• Performs pre-site inspections as needed for ordering material and equipment for jobs.


• Aids in pricing projects that require pre-site visit before proposal can be drafted.


• Reviews equipment submittal to confirm prior to orders.


• Verifies orders to be correct prior to installation.


• Communicates with Account Directors when projects are completed.


• Ensures proper documentation and project closeout procedures are followed.    


• Manages all personnel working within the Special Projects Department.


• Is present for corrective action and termination of employees within the Special Project Department.


• Places material orders for jobs with purchase orders provided by Construction Department


• Coordinates and schedules manpower for projects with the assistance of Construction Department if needed. 
  


• Responsible for efficiency on all Special Projects – Retrofit projects
  


• Other duties as assigned.

Success Factors / Job Competencies:

• Proficiency in using tools.


• Excellent communication skills


• Strong team player


• Willingness to learn


• Motivated work ethic


• Attendance


• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude.

Physical Demands and Work Environment: 

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands:

• While performing the duties of this position, the employee is required to walk, stoop, balance on feet, talk, hear, squat, climb, reach about their head and drive a company vehicle.


• They will use their hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls.  
  


• Employees must occasionally lift and/or move objects weighing 50-100lbs.


• Use of vision abilities include, close vision, distant vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to focus.

Work Environment:

• While performing the duties of this position, the employee is exposed to weather conditions at that time.


• May be required to be in confined spaces for short periods of time.  

Performance Standards:

• Customer compliments or complaints.


• Consistency and accuracy of forms, communication, and Maintenance Checklist Completion. 


• Job completion to quality standards, and budget. 


• Managed team feedback.