Foreman (Welding)

The role

The Welding Foreman supervises and coordinates welding crews. They manage the fabrication, installation, maintenance, and repair of structural steel, piping, utility, industrial, and construction projects.

What you will do

• Supervise and coordinate welding crews.
• Ensure welding activities comply with project specifications, quality standards, and codes.
• Plan and coordinate daily welding activities, manpower, equipment, and material requirements.
• Review project drawings, welding procedures, specifications, and schedules.
• Ensure compliance with company safety policies, OSHA regulations, and client requirements.
• Conduct daily safety meetings.
• Verify welding is performed according to approved Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS).
• Coordinate fit-up, welding, grinding, fabrication, and installation activities.
• Monitor weld quality and productivity.
• Train, mentor, and develop welders and helpers.

Required qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 5+ years of welding experience in industrial, structural, pipeline, utility, or construction environments.
• 2+ years of supervisory or foreman experience leading welding crews.
• Strong knowledge of welding processes including SMAW, FCAW, GMAW, and GTAW.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, isometric drawings, welding symbols, and specifications.
• Knowledge of welding codes and industry standards.
• Strong leadership and crew management skills.
• Excellent communication and organizational abilities.
• Ability to coordinate multiple tasks in a fast-paced construction environment.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Thorough knowledge of welding procedures, fabrication techniques, and quality control requirements.
• Ability to effectively collaborate with project managers, superintendents, inspectors, and clients.

Nice to have

• AWS Certified Welder (CW) or equivalent certification.
• AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) training or experience.
• OSHA 30 Certification.
• NCCER Welding Certification.
• Experience supervising large-scale industrial, commercial, utility, or pipeline projects.
• Experience with stainless steel, carbon steel, and specialty alloy welding applications.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Life and disability insurance
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

About the company

Loenbro is a construction lifecycle partner serving various industries with service offerings including electrical, mechanical, structural, and fabrication. They have a national presence with a local approach.