Dematic

Overview

Dematic is seeking a skilled and motivated Mechanical Installation Foreman to lead small crews and execute mechanical installation tasks while ensuring safety, quality, and productivity on customer project sites across the continental United States. This role requires 90% travel to various job sites.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and provide daily direction to a team of 1–3 mechanical installers.
• Support larger teams and potentially lead operations on alternate shifts when the primary supervisor is off-site.
• Provide training, coaching, and support to less experienced personnel.
• Participate in and, when required, lead daily stand-up meetings.
• Promote and enforce a strong safety culture, including Behavior-Based Safety Observations (BBSO), Job Safety Analyses (JSA), and Job Hazard Analyses (JHA).
• Take personal responsibility for safety and ensure the safety of team members.
• Maintain compliance with all company and site-specific safety regulations.
• Complete assigned mechanical installation tasks within scheduled timelines.
• Perform and oversee installation and maintenance of conveyor systems and components, structural and header steel, platforms and guardrails, rack systems, and air piping systems.
• Assist in equipment run-in and system start-up.
• Read, interpret, and execute work from engineered drawings and layouts.
• Perform audits to ensure installation quality and adherence to standards.
• Execute and support discipline-specific work, including exposure to VFD systems.
• Identify issues proactively and recommend corrective actions.
• Provide regular site status updates to Project Managers and Site Managers.
• Write clear, concise trip reports and job documentation.
• Communicate effectively with team members, supervisors, and project stakeholders.
• Perform independent tasks as required.
• Maintain jobsite housekeeping and organization standards.
• Support overall project success through teamwork and adaptability.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Technical degree or specialized training preferred.
• 2–5 years of experience in mechanical installation, including conveyor systems, structural steel erection, and equipment installation and layout.
• Ability to read and interpret technical/engineered drawings.
• Strong safety awareness and leadership mindset.
• Effective communication and basic supervisory skills.
• Basic computer proficiency (email, spreadsheets, reporting tools).
• Ability to lift 50 lbs or more.
• Ability to push, pull, squat, crawl, and walk on large construction sites.
• Comfortable working in various climates and environments.
• Willingness to travel 100% within the continental U.S.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Benefits

• Career Development
• Competitive Compensation and Benefits
• Pay Transparency
• Global Opportunities