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Construction Refrigeration Foreman - Commercial & Industrial

CoolSys - Refrigeration and HVAC Systems, Virginia Beach, VA, United States


Why CoolSys?
At CoolSys, we offer more than just a job—stability, growth, and industry‑leading benefits for our employees.

Overview
This position is responsible for leading, training, and mentoring the project crew, prioritizing and delegating responsibilities, communicating with tradespeople on the job site, and tracking project schedules to ensure efficient, accurate, on‑time delivery.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation: $35–$45 hourly, DOE

Sign‑on Bonus up to $7,500, DOE

Ongoing Education & Training: Access to state‑of‑the‑art facilities and paid online training.

Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription coverage, paid vacation/holidays, and 401(K).

Year‑Round, Diverse Work: Consistent, interesting projects across industries to keep learning and growing.

Extra Perks: Quarterly bonus plan, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts on vehicles, hotels, theme parks, pet insurance, and more.

Responsibilities

Lead technical resource on assigned projects.

Report on job status and performance.

Control job costs.

Develop and maintain productive relationships with peers, customers, GCs, and subcontractors.

Ensure the use of PPE and the application of safe behavior, including vehicle safety, by all employees.

Ensure compliance with installation policies and procedures, including project tracking, safety, time and attendance.

May oversee 3rd‑party resources.

Direct and oversee the work of other apprentices and journeymen assigned to specific projects.

Qualifications

High school diploma, GED, or completion of trade program or technical school; college degree is a plus.

5+ years of experience in commercial building construction or related industry/trade.

Knowledge of construction principles and practices, including efficient use of labor hours.

Ability to organize tasks and use good judgment in making work assignments.

Ability to give clear instructions and guidance as needed.

Ability to maintain project labor hours within acceptable limits and request change orders as needed.

Ability to ensure safe work practices and comply with safety policies.

Ability to understand and follow all company policies and procedures and applicable State and Federal laws.

Ability to work with minimal supervision.

Track record of punctuality and dependability.

Computer skills including e‑mail, Word, project planning software (Projectmates), etc.

Ability to manage time, delegate assignments, and follow through for good results.

EEO & Compliance Statement
CoolSys is an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals—including all ages, colors, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio‑economic status, veteran status, and other characteristics—are encouraged to apply.

Pre‑employment background screening (criminal and MVR for driving positions) and drug testing are required for all positions. CoolSys will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with federal law, state law, or local ordinance.

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