About this opportunity
Phillips Tank and Structure lists this Field Foreman/Tank Welder opportunity in reading, Pennsylvania. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Foreman/Tank BuilderPhillips Tank & Structure (PTS) is a growing, team-oriented, nationwide tank construction company with headquarters in Braddock, Pennsylvania. We specialize in designing, engineering, repairing, and constructing above-ground metal storage tanks and related structures. We have active projects in various industries, such as petroleum, power, chemical, and renewable fuels. At PTS, our commitment to our customers shapes everything we do. We believe in good quality and on-time delivery. We provide an excellent working relationship based on integrity and professionalism.We are currently looking to hire a full-time Foreman/Tank Builder.Job Duties:Provide site supervision and site-based senior leadership of a PTS construction project.Act as point of contact with customer, vendors, and subcontractors on site.Work to maintain safety, quality, and productivity.Provide leadership regarding safety on the jobsite. Foster a safety culture within the crew.Provide leadership regarding quality on the jobsite. Eliminate "go-backs", rejected or sloppy work.Enhance field productivity. Consistently perform projects under budget and on time.Balance customer satisfaction with profitability of the project. Keep customers happy yet protect the company regarding scope changes and barrier time.Provide craft knowledge and experience to the crew. Expertise in several areas of PTS specialty work (welding, structural erection, tank repair, new tank construction, rigging etc.)Evaluate field employees and identify those who are candidates for promotion. Provide guidance and training to assist in their development.Assist Construction Managers and HR in recruiting field workers.Responsible for the care and maintenance of all tooling and equipment, and immediately call equipment off rent when no longer needed.Utilize experience and skills to identify opportunities for improvement of company practices and resources.Represent PTS in a professional, positive light to customers and employees.Provide a positive contribution to pre-construction planning effort.Communicate well with the support staff (i.e. Design, Purchasing, PM, Admin).Know and understand the estimated manhours and scope on projects prior to job start. Work with PM in tracking progress weekly (Field Labor Reports).Work with Safety Specialist, Construction Administration and HR to assure that employees assigned to upcoming or ongoing work have received the necessary training and certifications.Complete all necessary paperwork i.e. – daily time sheets, safety and quality audits, customer required paperwork, equipment inspections etc.Advise Project Management of potential problems, work interferences, and schedule difficulties; assist in resolving such problems, as required.Provide complete, final, project paperwork to Design Group at end of projects for creating of the Final QC Book.Requirements:Great communication and organization skills.Ability to solve problems and suggest improvements to our systems.Excellent attendance and show up to work on time every day.Willingness to learn.At least 18 years old.Ability to lift 50 lbs.High school diploma or equivalent.Eligible to work in the United States.Willing to authorize background checks.No criminal convictions for dishonesty, sexual misconduct, violence, or acts of terrorism.Valid driver's license.Willing to authorize motor vehicle driving record checks.Willing to submit to pre-hire, random, and post-incident drug and alcohol testing.Ability to weld is a plus.Benefits:Competitive pay with annual reviews.Health, dental, and vision insurance.401k with company match.Great culture of teamwork, learning, and development.Paid time off (accruing immediately).You'll be part of a team where YOU matter.To apply: If interested, complete the job application from our website at We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
Worksite address
reading, PA, 19601, US
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