Superintendent

About Groome Industrial Services

Groome Industrial Services is a premier provider specializing in industrial cleaning, maintenance, mechanical, and specialty services. Our workforce prioritizes safety, integrity, and accountability while serving a broad range of industries such as power, food and beverage, refining, utilities, chemical, manufacturing, pulp and paper, municipal services, as well as upstream and downstream operations. We emphasize safety programs, career progression, customer service excellence, and industry expertise.

We are dedicated to a culture that promotes employee success by focusing on safety, people, service, and performance, striving to be the employer of choice.

Position Overview

Groome Industrial Services is recruiting a Superintendent to manage and oversee project operations effectively.

Why Join Us?

• Health and safety remain our utmost priority throughout the year.
• Competitive pay ranging between $31 and $36 per hour, depending on experience.
• Paid time off and comprehensive health benefits available after 60 days of full-time employment.
• 401(k) plan with a company match following the eligibility period.
• Career advancement and development opportunities.
• A positive and safe work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Organize and initiate project start-up and crew mobilization.
• Oversee multiple projects concurrently through site visits, phone communication, and digital reporting tools.
• Track production progress, manpower allocation, schedules, equipment usage, and overall project status.
• Recognize and document change orders, scope modifications, delays, and extra work opportunities.
• Collaborate with the Scheduling Manager to coordinate manpower and equipment requirements.
• Support project closeout activities including punch lists and final inspections.
• Enforce strict adherence to company safety standards and OSHA regulations.
• Conduct safety audits, identify violations, and implement corrective measures promptly.
• Maintain Environmental Health & Safety documentation and calibrated safety equipment.
• Perform quality assurance and quality control inspections ensuring compliance with project specifications and industry standards (AMPP/SSPC).
• Keep precise QP-1 documentation, inspection records, and quality reports.
• Prepare daily Superintendent reports covering production, safety, quality, manpower, equipment, and project progress.
• Maintain accurate project records using company reporting software (TruQC).
• Communicate consistently with management on project updates, scheduling, and client concerns.
• Participate actively in customer meetings, pre-construction sessions, and project planning.
• Assist estimating teams with field take-offs and pre-bid site evaluations as needed.
• Coordinate subcontractor activities efficiently.
• Manage surplus materials and monitor equipment usage.
• Carry out additional tasks as assigned.

Candidate Profile

• Minimum of 7 years' experience in industrial sandblasting and protective coatings.
• Preferred 3 or more years serving as a superintendent.
• Strong expertise in industrial coatings, surface preparation, OSHA rules, and AMPP standards.
• Demonstrated leadership, communication, and organizational skills with a problem-solving mindset.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, tablets, and electronic reporting platforms.
• Valid driver’s license enabling extensive travel obligations.

Core Competencies

• Team leadership and employee development.
• Unwavering commitment to safety and quality.
• Exceptional customer service orientation.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Sound decision-making with accountability.
• Effective communication with professionalism.

Physical and Travel Requirements

• Capable of extensive travel, frequently overnight, across the United States.
• Able to climb ladders, scaffolding, and industrial structures safely.
• Capacity to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Comfortable working in confined spaces, at heights, and in varied weather conditions.
• Use and wear required personal protective equipment.
• Able to stand and walk for prolonged time periods.
• Maintain accessibility during business hours via company-issued phone, tablet, and laptop, and promptly respond to communications.

Additional Information

Groome Industrial Service Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer welcoming candidates without discrimination. We value diversity and inclusion.