Commercial Plumber Foreman

Leo Kob Co., Inc. • Full-time • Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania, United States • $32 - $40 / hour • 3m ago

About Us

Leo Kob Company, Inc. has proudly served our community for over 120 years. We're family-owned and specialize in plumbing, HVAC, electrical, water treatment, sheet metal fabrication, municipal water systems, and excavation services. Our team takes pride in doing quality work and treating our customers fairly—it's as simple as that.

Recently, we've updated our operations to better serve our customers, investing in new tools, clearer processes, and better teamwork.

The Commercial Plumbing Foreman leads field execution for commercial plumbing work on new construction and renovation projects. You plan and direct daily work, coordinate with other trades and the project team, enforce safety and quality standards, and deliver the install on schedule and per plans/specs.

Why Join Us?

Impact: You'll be key in delivering successful projects, managing on-site plumbing teams, and ensuring client satisfaction.
Growth: Lead and mentor teams, with clear opportunities for career progression into advanced leadership roles.
Innovation: Work with modern tools, methods, and streamlined processes to enhance efficiency and project outcomes.
Recognition: Your performance will be acknowledged through competitive compensation, bonuses, and a supportive leadership structure.

The Role

Title: Commercial Plumbing Foreman (New Construction)
Reports To: Project Manager/Construction Operations
Location: Project Sites, 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday to Friday

What You’ll Do:

Field Leadership

Lead daily huddles; assign tasks, set expectations, and drive production.
Coach plumbers/apprentices; enforce professionalism, workmanship, and accountability.
Coordinate manpower needs with the PM (crew size, skill mix, approved OT).

Technical Execution & Planning

Execute commercial plumbing scopes (as applicable): domestic water, sanitary, storm, gas, fixtures, carriers, roof drains, interceptors, equipment connections.
Read/interpret plans, specs, submittals, and manufacturer requirements.
Plan work 1–3 weeks ahead (phasing, inspections, sequencing, access, constraints).
Coordinate with other trades and site supervision to keep work flowing.

Quality, Safety, and Jobsite Standards

Own foreman-level QC: verify installs before inspections; protect finished work.
Maintain clean, organized work areas and mechanical rooms; enforce daily cleanup.
Enforce company and site safety requirements; stop work for unsafe conditions.

Materials, Tools, and Reporting

Forecast and coordinate material needs; reduce waste and emergency runs.
Use tools/equipment safely; maintain jobsite readiness.
Provide daily updates on progress, manpower, constraints, and milestones.
Track time/task allocations accurately (job-cost codes / timesheets as applicable).

What We’re Looking For:

Required Qualifications

5+ years commercial plumbing experience; foreman/lead experience preferred
Strong plan/spec reading and code-compliant installation capability
Proven crew leadership, communication, and jobsite coordination skills
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

Preferred Qualifications

Journeyman/Master license (where applicable) or equivalent competency
Experience running multi-phase commercial projects (UG, rough-in, trim, final/punch)
Mentoring/teaching mindset with apprentices

Education:

High School Diploma or GED required.

Skills:

Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
Proficiency in reading and interpreting detailed plumbing drawings and blueprints.
Working knowledge of the Universal Plumbing Code preferred.
Strong problem-solving and project management abilities.

Core Expectations

We build work we’re proud to stand behind. Foremen set the tone: craftsmanship, safety, clear communication, and ownership—doing the job the right way and raising the standard on every site.

Physical Requirements

Ability to perform the physical demands of commercial plumbing, including lifting up to 50 lbs., working overhead, climbing ladders/lifts, and working in varied indoor/outdoor site conditions while wearing required PPE.

What We Offer:

Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and company-paid holidays.
A clear path for professional growth and development.
A collaborative work environment committed to excellence.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $32.00 - $40.00 per hour

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