Boston University

Mechanical Supervisor/Foreperson

Boston University$95K — $104K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Plumbing Trade Certification/Red Seal required.
  • 3+ years as a Journeyperson Plumber considered essential.
  • Experience in a hospital setting is a plus.
  • 2nd Class Gas Certification required.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Order materials and coordinate manpower for job sites.
  • Mentor and train apprentices and journeypersons.
  • Ensure compliance with Quality Control and inspections.
  • Act as liaison between contractors and project managers during site meetings.
  • Champion health and safety programs and complete required documentation.
  • Generate execution plans to align budgets and construction schedules.
  • Provide regular updates on tasks and resource management.

Benefits

  • Competitive hourly rate between $46.00 to $50.00.
  • Extensive benefits plan offered.
  • Engaging and inclusive work environment.
  • RRSP contributions provided.
  • Opportunities for social events like company barbeques.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Division: Trotter & Morton Building Technologies

Trotter & Morton's Mechanical Division provides services to the municipal, commercial, institutional, residential and industrial sectors such as hospitals, office towers, shopping centres, airports, hotels, water and wastewater treatment facilities, multistory residential, warehouses and educational institutions.

What's In It For You
  • Competitive Journeyperson hourly rate at $46.00 to $50.00 based on experience
  • Extensive benefit plan
  • Inclusive and engaging work environment
  • RRSP contributions
  • Fun company events and barbeques

Roles and Responsibilities
  • Order materials for job sites and coordinate manpower requirements
  • Mentor, coach, and train apprentices and journeypeople
  • Ensure compliance with Quality Control and Inspection
  • Act as the liaison between the General Contractor, Project Manager, and assigned crews and attend field-based site meetings
  • Champion the Company's health and safety program and ensure all paperwork and meetings are completed
  • Generate a site-specific execution plan that coordinates budgets, QAQC and construction schedules to maintain productivity
  • Record and submit daily or weekly crew timesheets to the Project Manager for approval
  • Provide daily/weekly updates and forecasting of tasks, manpower and tools to the Project Manager
  • Coordinate field level subcontractor activities
  • Refer staffing issues to the Project Manager or Superintendent for resolution
  • Refer change orders to the Project Manager for pricing and submission for approval
  • Maintain a Job Journal (and daily reports as required) with relevant information and documentation
  • Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, submittals, and specifications to determine layout of plumbing systems, water supply networks, and waste and drainage systems; Provide input and coordinate with VDC teams for project compliance
  • Install, repair, and maintain domestic, commercial, or industrial plumbing fixtures and systems
  • Locate and mark positions for pipe connections, passage holes, and fixtures in walls and floors; Coordinate mechanical openings required in walls and floors
  • Cut openings in walls and floors to accommodate pipe and pipe fittings
  • Measure, cut, bend, and thread pipes using hand and power tools or machines
  • Review specifications to select the type and size of pipe required and measure, cut, thread, bend, clamp, solvent cement, or solder pipe
  • Assemble and install valves and fittings and assemblies
  • Join pipe sections and secure them in position
  • Test pipes for leaks using air and water pressure gauges
  • Perform other duties as required

Required Skills
  • Strong work ethic and positive team attitude
  • Attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy
  • Ability to give and take orders and follow instructions
  • Ability to prioritize workloads and adhere to strict deadlines with little supervision
  • Excellent planning and time management skills
  • Strong leadership and motivation skills
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills

Technical Skills and Knowledge
  • Blueprint reading
  • Knowledge of current applicable Code
  • Superior knowledge of applicable hand tools & power tools and scissor lifts
  • Installation, maintenance, and repair skills
  • Ability to lead others in troubleshooting and emergency repairs
  • Ability to develop and implement planned maintenance programs
  • Ability to read, understand, and follows safety procedures
  • Strong understanding of VDC and total station systems use

Required Experience
  • Plumbing Trade Certification/Red Seal
  • Minimum 3 years' experience working as a Journeyperson Plumber
  • Experience in a hospital setting is considered an asset
  • 2nd Class Gas Certification
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office is preferred

We firmly believe our employees are our best assets and we are committed to providing ongoing training and support to allow them to reach their full potential. Trotter & Morton Group of Companies is an industry-leader in safety, and we strive for an incident-free workplace in all aspects of our operations. If you have a strong work ethic and commitment to excellence, apply today and build a rewarding career as a member of our high-performing team.

About Boston University

Boston University (BU) is a private research university in Boston, Massachusetts. The university is nonsectarian but maintains its historical affiliation with the United Methodist Church. It was founded in 1839 by Methodists with its original campus in Newbury, Vermont, before moving to Boston in 1867. The university now has more than 3,900 faculty members and nearly 33,000 students, and is one of Boston's largest employers. It offers bachelor's degrees, master's degrees, doctorates, and medical, dental, business, and law degrees through 17 schools and colleges on two urban campuses. BU is a member of the Boston Consortium for Higher Education and the Association of American Universities.
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