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Foreman Refrigeration - Commercial & Industrial

The Foreman is responsible for leading, training, and mentoring project crews while ensuring projects are completed efficiently and on schedule. They also manage job costs, maintain relationships with stakeholders, and ensure strict adherence to safety policies and installation procedures.

  • On-site
  • Glenroy, NS
  • Posted Aug 26, 2026
  • Apply by Aug 26, 2027
  • 1 position

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Job summary

Overview WHY COOLSYS? At CoolSys, we offer more than just a job—we provide stability, growth, and industry-leading benefits for our employees. No wonder Newsweek named CoolSys one of America’s Greatest Workplaces! As a large company serving diverse customers, we invest in our team with: Competitive Compensation: $50-$65 hourly DOE Sign on Bonus up to $7,500 DOE (MUST HAVE: Mass RT license) Ongoing Education & Training: Access to state-of-the-art facilities and paid online training. Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription coverage, paid vacation/holidays, and 401(K). Year-Round, Diverse Work: Stay engaged with consistent, interesting projects throughout the year, working across various industries and systems to keep learning and growing. Extra Perks: Quarterly bonus plan, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts on vehicles, hotels, theme parks, pet insurance, and more. Join us and advance your career while working with top-tier clients in the HVAC and refrigeration industry! Responsibilities This position is responsible for leading, training, and mentoring the project crew, prioritizing and delegating responsibilities, communicating with the tradespeople on the job site, and tracking project schedules to ensure projects are completed efficiently, accurately, and on time. Serves as Lead Technical resource on assigned projects. Reports on job status and performance. Controls job costs. Develops and maintains productive relationships with peers, customers, GCs, and subcontractors. Ensures the use of PPE and the application of safe behavior, including vehicle safety, by all employees. Ensures compliance with Installation policies and procedures, including project tracking, safety, time and attendance, etc. May oversee 3rd party resources. Directs and oversees the work of other Apprentices and journeymen assigned to specific projects. (MUST HAVE: Mass RT license) 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 other related industry/trade, Knowledge of construction principles and practices, including efficient use of labor hours. Ability to organize tasks. Ability to 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 ensure compliance with Safety policies. Ability to understand and follow all company policies and procedures and all applicable State and Federal laws. Ability to work with minimal supervision. Track record of punctuality and dependability. Ability to use computer tools including E-Mail, Word, Project Planning Software (Projectmates), etc. Ability to manage time, delegate assignments and follow through to ensure good results. Join Us Today, there are 27 different companies that make up the CoolSys family of brands. Our valued employees are at the heart of our continued growth and success. We invite you to be part of that growth! Connect with us on Facebook and X. 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.

What you’ll do

The Foreman is responsible for leading, training, and mentoring project crews while ensuring projects are completed efficiently and on schedule. They also manage job costs, maintain relationships with stakeholders, and ensure strict adherence to safety policies and installation procedures.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a Massachusetts Refrigeration Technician (RT) license and at least 5 years of experience in commercial construction or a related trade. A high school diploma or GED is required, along with strong organizational skills and proficiency in project management software.

Benefits

• Medical insurance • Dental insurance • Vision insurance • Prescription coverage • Paid vacation • Paid holidays • 401(k) • Sign on bonus • Quarterly bonus plan • Tuition reimbursement • Employee discounts

Listed skills

  • LeadershipPreferred
  • CommunicationPreferred
  • Microsoft WordPreferred
  • Project managementPreferred

Other relevant skills

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  • Refrigeration
  • HVAC
  • Leadership
  • Project management
  • Team mentoring
  • Construction principles
  • Safety compliance
  • Cost control
  • Scheduling
  • Technical troubleshooting
  • Communication
  • Delegation
  • Projectmates software
  • Microsoft Word
  • Email communication
  • Project Schedules
  • Change Orders
  • Project Planning Software
  • Follow Through
  • Construction
  • Medical Prescription
  • Mentorship
  • Punctuality
  • Subcontracting
  • Time Management

Job areas

  • Construction
  • Trades
  • Management & Leadership
  • Engineering
  • Commercial Refrigeration Service Technician
  • Commercial Construction Manager
  • Construction Managers

Additional details

Minimum education
High school
Minimum experience
5+ years
Apply by
Aug 26, 2027
Posting language
English
Working hours
40 hours per week