General Foreman - Travel

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. 

For over twenty years, MKD Electric has designed, built, installed, and maintained our clients’ systems, projects, and facilities with a wide range of service offerings.  We focus on safety, value, and quality as well as building and maintaining lasting relationships with a variety of national clients in renewables, data centers, oil and gas, food and beverage, manufacturing, chemical, and pharmaceutical fields. 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 their sleeves and exude a passion for the field!

What you'll do…

  • Project Kick-Off & Lifecycle
    • Complete print study with Foreman
    • Create list of initial RFI’s with Foreman and submit to PM
    • Review any specifications or standards for the project/site for the project
    • Assist the Foreman in the building the initial plans for the project
    • Document rough manpower forecast for the project
    • Attend and participate in weekly project meetings
    • Conduct Project Based Evaluations as directed by the Field Superintendent
    • Field verify/track completion and quality
  • 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
  • Project Closeout
    • Complete Project Based Evaluations to document Foreman’s performance throughout project and review findings with Foreman
    • Update Foreman OJT Tracker
    • Complete Lessons Learned worksheet and participate in Project Closeout meetings (whenever applicable)
  • Additional Responsibilities
    • Conduct disciplinary action meetings
    • Assist in driving company and/or group initiatives in the field
    • Attend regular briefing and manpower coordination meetings with Field Superintendent
    • Coordinate with other departments when needed (Safety, HR, etc.)
    • Direct and oversee the training of employees as needed
    • Assign, reward, or promote employees in accordance with company policies and procedures
    • Transfer, suspend, lay-off, recall discipline, or discharge employees ub accordance with company policies and procedures
    • Adjust grievances in accordance with company procedures

What you'll need to succeed…

  • 10 years applicable field experience, 5 in supervisory capacity
  • Knowledge of OSHA and 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, and steel service centers
  • 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
  • Soldering welding
  • Read/comprehend tape measure, blueprints, schematics, technical drawings, work orders, instructions, formulas and processing charts
  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • 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 accommodation 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
  • 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 oders

What you’ll love about us…

MKD employees are the company’s greatest assets. To ensure employees are living life to the fullest we offer a wide range of benefits to ensure a well-balanced and healthy lifestyle in the office and at home. From mental wellbeing, physical health, and financial planning, to engaging perks and discounts, we are in the business of celebrating and supporting all the moments that matter. Along with flexible vacation, and parental leave, we prioritize initiatives that support the growth, development, and happiness of our people.

  • On the job training with fully accredited training programs
  • Eligibility to Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits and 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 

The base pay range for this position is $50.41 to $55.40 per hour. Please note that the compensation range reflects the base pay only and does not include benefits, or bonuses this role may be eligible to receive. The range displayed reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by bona fide factors such as geographic work location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

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 real or perceived 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 is 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.