Join the Concrete West Construction Team

Job Title: Shop Foreman

Location: Southern California

About Concrete West Construction

Concrete West Construction specializes in seismic retrofits, delivering high-quality installation of critical seismic details. We efficiently integrate structural trades to provide the best solutions and value for structural and seismic retrofit projects. Our mission is to help clients achieve their real estate construction goals by providing personal attention to every detail, from planning through completion.

Position Summary

The primary responsibility of the Shop Foreman is to provide execution-focused operational support through the oversight of yard operations, tools, equipment, and material logistics. This role ensures field crews are job-ready by maintaining the condition, inventory, and delivery of equipment and materials in a safe, timely, and efficient manner.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Own inventory, condition, and readiness of all tools and equipment.
• Ensure preventative maintenance schedules and equipment repairs are executed.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient shop and yard environment.
• Ensure materials are ordered, staged, and delivered to job sites according to schedule.
• Transport tools, equipment, and materials to and from job sites using company vehicles.
• Respond rapidly to urgent job site needs to minimize operational downtime.
• Coordinate with Project Foremen to confirm daily and weekly job site readiness.
• Verify crews have required tools and materials before work begins each day.
• Identify and eliminate logistical blockers in the field.
• Track asset usage, location, and condition through a documented system.
• Implement loss control practices to reduce damage, theft, and material waste.
• Ensure tools and equipment meet all safety regulations and company standards.
• Support site safety through provision of appropriate and functioning equipment.
• Continuously improve yard organization and operational logistics.
• Propose and implement standardization of tool kits, staging processes, and delivery procedures.
• Supervise and support yard personnel in daily operational responsibilities.
• Other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities

• This position does not oversee staff

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience using power tools and lift equipment
• Experience and/or training working on ladders, picks, and scaffolding a plus

Required Skills & Abilities

• Strong mechanical aptitude with construction tools and equipment
• Organizational skills for managing shop and job site logistics
• Effective communication and coordination with field crews
• Knowledge of construction safety standards and compliance
• Ability to track inventory and manage tool/equipment usage
• Valid driver’s license; ability to operate forklifts/trailers
• Experience with loading trucks and rigging a plus

Safety Expectations

• Wear and properly maintain required personal protective equipment (PPE), including:
• Steel-toe boots
• Safety vest
• Hard hat
• Safety glasses
• Follow all safety rules, procedures, and training requirements at all times

Work Environment

• Indoors and Outdoors construction settings
• Moderate to loud noise levels
• Routine exposure to dust, fumes, weather conditions, and construction-related hazards
• Work may involve uneven or slippery surfaces, overhead work, tall ladders, and proximity to moving or powered equipment

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and equipment up to 50 pounds
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, crouching, and climbing
• Ability to work at heights, including on ladders, scaffolding, and lift equipment
• Ability to perform overhead work and repetitive hand and arm movements
• Sufficient vision, hearing, and coordination to safely operate tools and work in a noisy construction environment

Benefits & Perks:

• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• Paid Time off (PTO) and holidays
• 401K Retirement plan