Austin Industries

Plumbing Superintendent

Austin Industries$75K — $95K *
Real Estate & Construction
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Journeyman Plumber's License mandatory
  • High school diploma or equivalent required; advanced education preferred
  • 10+ years of experience in construction plumbing management
  • In-depth knowledge of plumbing construction techniques and equipment
  • OSHA-30 certification required within 3 months of hire
  • Proven leadership and team-building abilities
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
  • Strong scheduling and forecasting capabilities
  • Proficient in MS Office and willing to learn new software
  • Availability for 25% travel

Responsibilities

  • Plan and coordinate plumbing labor based on project needs
  • Mentor and support supervisory staff to ensure safety compliance
  • Serve as a senior technical advisor for complex problems
  • Ensure adherence to company policies and safety programs
  • Participate in safety investigations and incident reviews
  • Authorize personnel transactions and manage staffing needs
  • Develop and monitor quality control programs
  • Resolve operational issues including delays and complaints
  • Oversee project schedules and technical submissions
  • Request materials and supplies for construction projects
  • Ensure accurate labor and cost tracking reports are delivered
  • Support the creation of supervisory training initiatives
  • Provide technical expertise to department heads

Benefits

  • Competitive pay
  • Paid holidays and personal time off
  • Travel reimbursement and per diem for work outside the area
  • Weekly direct deposit for paychecks
  • 401K retirement plan
  • Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life insurance options including AD&D, STD, LTD
Full Job Description
Kilgore Industries, one of the largest Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing subcontractors in the state of Texas, is seeking a Plumbing Superintendent for our DFW Metroplex office in Arlington. We know that the key to our success is having the best team in the industry, so if you are a licensed plumber who can lead the best in the business, keep reading! The Plumbing Superintendent is responsible for providing overall direction and guidance to plumbing field supervision and craft personnel and ensuring adherence to Kilgore's quality, safety, and cost-efficiency guidelines.

PRIMARY DUTIES:
  • Plan, direct and coordinate craft personnel in support of the field's fluctuating labor needs for activities related to plumbing construction and maintenance
  • Direct, support, and mentor all subordinate supervisory personnel. Ensure compliance with safety and administrative requirements
  • Serve as senior technical advisor. Assist with difficult construction and start-up problems as necessary
  • Ensure all company, department, and technical policies, procedures, standards, etc., are adhered to. Interpret policies as required
  • Assist with the implementation and interpretation of safety policies, procedures, and programs
  • Participate in safety/incident investigations and reviews
  • Authorize/approve all craft personnel transactions (hires, transfers, wage changes, terminations, etc.) according to individual performance and group needs
  • Develop, implement and monitor quality control programs
  • Monitor and resolve matters relating to work procedures, complaints, damages, accidents, and delays
  • Participate in the conceptual development of plumbing construction projects (drawings - submittals ) and oversee their organization, scheduling (MEP, frames and concrete), and implementation
  • Requisition of supplies and materials for construction projects
  • Ensure superintendents routinely prepare and submit labor and cost-tracking reports
  • Assist in the development of supervisory training programs
  • Provide expertise and technical knowledge to other home office department heads
  • Assume superintendent responsibilities when necessary or as directed
  • Perform other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
  • Journeyman Plumber's License
  • High school degree or equivalent; some advanced education and technical training highly desirable
  • Extensive (10+ years) construction plumbing labor management experience (or equivalent combination of education/training and related experience.)
  • Thorough knowledge of all aspects of plumbing construction (technology, equipment, methods)
  • OSHA-30 certification (if not currently certified, must be obtained within six (3) months from date of hire)
  • Outstanding leadership, team building, coaching and motivational skills
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Outstanding scheduling and forecasting skills
  • Solid MS Office skills and ability/desire to learn new software
  • Available for 25% travel (may vary significantly among individuals in this position)

WE OFFER:
  • Competitive pay
  • Paid holidays and Paid time off
  • Paid travel and per diem for out-of-area work
  • Weekly direct deposited paychecks
  • 401K plan
  • Health benefits, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life/ AD&D, STD, LTD, and supplemental life insurance


All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Regulated by the Texas Dept. of Licensing and Registration, P.O. Box 12157, Austin, TX. 78711, 1-800-803-9202" TACLA017666C/TECL26749

Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners, P.O. Box 4200, Austin, Texas 78765 1-800-845-6584 M-37953

About Austin Industries

Austin Industries is a construction company headquartered in Dallas, Texas. The company provides a wide range of construction services, including general contracting, design-build, construction management, and preconstruction services. Austin Industries was founded in 1918 and has since grown to become one of the largest construction companies in the United States. The company has completed projects in a variety of industries, including aviation, commercial, education, healthcare, hospitality, industrial, and transportation. Austin Industries has over 6,000 employees and operates in Texas, California, and Georgia.
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