Foreman

The Foreman serves as the primary on-site technical leader and crew chief. This role directs daily field activities, coordinates with project managers and general contractors, and performs hands-on installation work (such as copper brazing, rack assembly, and wiring) while ensuring projects finish on schedule, within budget, and safely.

Core Responsibilities

• Crew Leadership & Supervision: Direct and supervise 5 to 7+ technicians, apprentices, and laborers on active job sites. Delegate daily tasks and monitor worker productivity.
• Hands-On Technical Work: Execute specialized refrigeration tasks, including copper brazing, setting walk-in coolers/freezers, installing multi-compressor rack systems, and wiring control circuits.
• Blueprint & Schematic Interpretation: Read and interpret mechanical blueprints, electrical schematics, shop drawings, and system flow diagrams.
• Project & Schedule Tracking: Monitor daily/weekly milestones, track labor hours against project budgets, and communicate scope changes or delays to Project Managers.
• Code & Quality Compliance: Ensure all installations meet local, state, and federal mechanical/electrical codes, EPA regulations, and project specifications.
• Jobsite Safety: Enforce OSHA regulations, conduct regular safety toolbox talks, and verify proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) use across the crew.
• Stakeholder Communication: Act as the primary on-site contact for general contractors, engineers, and building owners during construction, startups, and commissioning.
• Inventory & Equipment Management: Requisition, track, and maintain company-provided tools, materials, equipment, and vehicle stocks.

Required Qualifications

• Experience: 5+ years of hands-on experience in commercial or industrial refrigeration and building construction.
• Leadership History: 2+ years of prior experience as a Foreman, Lead Technician, or Crew Supervisor.
• Technical Mastery: Deep knowledge of supermarket rack systems, walk-in coolers/freezers, refrigerated display cases, EMS (Energy Management Systems) controls, and pipe brazing.
• Certifications:EPA Section 608 Universal CertificationOSHA 30 Certification (preferred or required by most commercial builders)Active state-specific Refrigeration/Contractor License where applicable (e.g., state or municipal trade license)
• Driver’s License: Valid driver’s license with an acceptable motor vehicle record (MVR).
• Software/Admin Skills: Familiarity with basic computer tools, email, and project management/ERP software.

About Smart Care

Smart Care is a national repair and service provider for commercial foodservice, refrigeration, and cold storage equipment. Our offering of comprehensive mechanical services includes hot side cooking equipment, stand-alone refrigeration, specialty coffee and beverage, complex rack refrigeration and HVAC.

Smart Care is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected class status.  All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. If you need a reasonable accommodation with respect to Smart Care’s application or hiring process due to a disability, please contact the Human Resources department at HR@smartcaresolutions.com.