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Wayne Brothers Companies

Foreman - Piping Systems Division

Wayne Brothers Companies, Walterboro, South Carolina, United States, 29488

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Date Posted: 07/23/2025 | Location: Walterboro, SC | Pay Range: N/A

Position Summary Provide front-line supervision of pipefitting and welding related tasks and processes to WB Welders, Fitters, and Apprentice level Help.

Essential Duties

Perform safely, productively and with a focus on quality all duties of a Fitter/Welder as necessary.

Supervise and coordinate activities of workers engaged in construction of WB contract items.

Examine/interpret pipe drawings, floor plans and PIDs to determine dimensions, specifications, or discover any errors in design of project.

Develop, implement and monitor pre‑task safety planning on assigned job sites under the guidance and supervision of the superintendent.

Oversee and ensure correct “lay out” of WB construction work using framing square, tape measure or other mechanical/electronic measuring devices.

Assist the superintendent in selecting and organizing materials to be used on assigned projects.

Assist the superintendent in planning the sequence of activities needed to complete assigned projects.

Assign welders, fitters, and laborers tasks necessary to complete assigned projects.

Operate equipment safely when necessary to convey building materials and prepare locations for construction processes.

Calculate pipe and fitting quantities and schedule delivery in a timely manner.

Supervise piping installations and basic welding activities as necessary and appropriate.

Examine and adjust delivered piping as necessary to meet project specifications prior to installation.

Use the PDSA approach to make necessary adjustments and complete the assigned project at the highest level of safety, quality, production and innovation.

Communicate project status and needs to superintendent and/or project managers (e.g., staffing, materials, equipment).

Troubleshoot and handle any problems that may arise during WB construction activities.

Assist the superintendent and project manager with coordinating construction activities to assure timely, high‑quality completion.

Comply with all pertinent WB, state, and OSHA safety rules, regulations, guidelines and policies.

Report any job‑site or WB employee related safety violation(s) to superintendent and safety department.

Assist superintendent with personnel and work evaluation processes.

Complete appropriate paperwork on incidents (equipment accidents, safety violations, repairs, usage reports, tag‑out, personnel matters) as requested by superintendent and safety department.

Meet and walk with engineers, construction managers or special inspection personnel.

Coordinate construction activities with other trades and subcontractors at the field level.

Assist and coordinate deliveries of materials and equipment with the superintendent as needed; oversee loading and unloading to stage items properly.

Coordinate safely the loading and unloading of delivered equipment and materials and maintain an on‑site inventory count for items delivered and returned.

Participate in company‑sponsored craft and safety training activities.

Serve as a safe and productive team member of a construction crew.

Perform all assigned roles, responsibilities and related work processes/tasks in the safest possible manner; maintain a safe, accident/incident‑free environment for all co‑workers, customers, suppliers and others at all times.

Education and/or Experience

High School Diploma/GED/APprenticeship – preferred

Vocational or technical training in construction – desirable

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

Planning, prioritizing, and scheduling work tasks, processes, and teams.

Analyzing and interpreting blueprints, shop drawings, PIDs and various construction documents.

Measuring and calculating square/linear feet precisely.

Problem‑solving and troubleshooting.

Communicating/reporting with supervisors and team.

Analyzing, supervising, and guiding the completion of site safety and work‑task plans.

Recognizing and correcting/teaching job site hazards.

Making judgments and decisions.

Listening, speaking, reading and writing at a basic level.

Thinking logically and critically.

Seeing and interpreting details close‑up and far away.

Consistent focus on safety, quality, production, and innovation.

Interaction with other trades or subcontractors.

Working Conditions

Outdoors – rarely

Indoors – frequently

Loud noise – frequently

Temperatures – seasonal

Personal Protective Equipment – at all times

Multi‑activity worksites – frequently

Traveling/out of town – frequently

40 to 60‑hour work week – frequently

Heights and depths – frequently

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Valid driver’s license – preferred

OSHA 10‑Hour Certification – required; training provided by Wayne Brothers

OSHA 30‑Hour Certification – required; training provided by Wayne Brothers

First Aid/CPR – desirable

All‑terrain material handler certification – desirable

Aerial lift certification – desirable

WB Craft Training and other certifications up through Foreman Level – preferred

Physical Demands

Lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds

Frequent lifting, bending, kneeling and reaching

Standing for long periods of time

Climbing ladders, working at heights, wearing/using fall protection harness

Handling pipe and associated fittings

Rigging and setting equipment and materials

Wayne Brothers, Inc is an Equal Employment Opportunity/ Affluent Action Employer. Read our EEO/AAE policy.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function and Industries

Job function: Management and Manufacturing

Industries: Construction

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