Water/Wastewater Foreman

Water/Wastewater Foreman

Location: Indianapolis, IN

Maddox Industrial Group provides specialized cryogenic and mechanical services for air separation/cryogenic systems, industrial process piping, fabrication, installation, construction, maintenance, confined space rescue for air separation, wastewater/water treatment, food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, chemical, and other process industries.

MIG is a part of the TransTech family of businesses. TransTech is a leading provider of engineered equipment and solutions for processing, storing, distributing, and utilizing a wide variety of liquids and gases in the energy, renewables, chemical, and industrial end markets. TransTech has facilities in North Carolina, Texas, Ohio, Oregon, Indiana, and Montana, and field teams supporting North and South America. With a strong company culture built on a family atmosphere, we define success by how we impact the lives of the people around us.

Position Summary

The Water/Wastewater Foreman is responsible for leading field crews while actively performing hands-on construction, maintenance, and repair work at water and wastewater treatment facilities. This role oversees daily job-site operations, ensures safety and quality standards are met, and utilizes Procore to manage field documentation, communication, and project tracking.

Duties / Responsibilities

• Live by our safety culture at all times, pursuing our goal of zero accidents.
• Serve as a working foreman, performing hands-on water/wastewater work while leading field crews.
• Lead, supervise, and coordinate crews performing construction, maintenance, and installation work in active water and wastewater treatment facilities.
• Ensure work is completed in accordance with project specifications, quality standards, safety regulations, and environmental requirements.
• Plan daily work activities, assign tasks, and coordinate labor based on skill level and project needs.
• Perform hands-on work including piping, pumps, valves, mechanical equipment, and system tie-ins.
• Conduct daily job briefings, toolbox talks, and enforce safety procedures.
• Work directly with host customers to implement LOTO, confined space, line break procedures, and obtain daily work permits.
• Coordinate equipment, materials, and consumables with logistics teams.
• Utilize Procore for daily reports, timekeeping, photos, and field documentation.
• Maintain accurate records including daily reports, timesheets, and job progress updates.
• Collaborate with project managers, superintendents, and other team members to execute projects successfully.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Competencies

Required

• Ability to lead crews while actively working in the field.
• Experience using Procore for field reporting and communication.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, blueprints, and specifications.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA safety standards and jobsite safety practices.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to meet DOT requirements.
• Experience hauling tools and material trailers.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand, walk, climb, kneel, and perform physical labor throughout the workday.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to work extended hours, weekends, or overnight shifts as project needs require.

Preferred

• Experience working in live water/wastewater treatment plants.
• OSHA 10 or 30 certification.
• Confined Space and First Aid/CPR certifications.
• Experience coordinating shutdowns, tie-ins, and preventive maintenance activities.

Education/Experience

• Proven experience as a Foreman or Working Foreman in water/wastewater or industrial construction.
• Hands-on experience in water/wastewater treatment facilities preferred.

Benefits Designed to Work for You:

• Free HSA health plan or traditional PPO
• 401(k) with generous company match (Safe Harbor)
• Dental, vision, and optional coverage like accident & critical illness insurance
• HSA and FSA accounts to save on healthcare costs
• Company-paid Life, Long Term Disability, and AD&D insurance
• Confidential support for mental health, family matters, legal concerns, and more through our Employee Assistance Program
• Discounts on gyms, shopping & entertainment
• Health benefits kick in fast – first of the month after 30 days

Time Off

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Bereavement Leave

Job Type: Full-time

This organization provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.