Job Description
Job Description
Company Background:
We are 24 (and growing) market-leading operating companies that deliver unmatched HVAC, mechanical, refrigeration, plumbing, and electrical solutions. We are actively building the nation's preferred technical service partnership for commercial MEP+ ecosystems, empowering industrial, commercial, and institutional clients—including Fortune 500 companies and other industry leaders across the United States—with reliable, innovative service. Learn more about us at www.kelso-industries.com
Position Overview
Join our growing team as a Commercial Refrigeration Foreman and help deliver high-quality work for a company that values its people. DHR Mechanical Services, a trusted name in mechanical contracting and supermarket refrigeration, is looking for skilled Refrigeration Foremen to join its high-performing team. If you take pride in quality craftsmanship, value safety, and are looking for steady, year-round work with competitive pay and benefits, DHR Mechanical Services is the place for you. The position involves weekly travel, including to Puerto Rico, and offers opportunities for career growth and training.
About the Company
DHR Mechanical Services is a trusted name in commercial refrigeration and HVAC solutions with a commitment to quality, performance, and lasting partnerships. We were established in 1997 and operate across the Southeast (FL, GA, AL, TN, MS, SC, NC). Our Tampa and Miami-based teams provide a full range of refrigeration services, including new installations, remodels, on-demand equipment replacement, and preventative maintenance. We work with a variety of commercial partners in industries such as supermarkets, warehouses, education, healthcare, and hospitality. DHR Mechanical's goal is to exceed customer expectations through quality products and services, integrity, and continuous improvement.
What You'll Do
As a Commercial Refrigeration Foreman, you will lead the installation of complex refrigeration systems at commercial facilities such as supermarkets, cold storage warehouses, and food processing plants. You will supervise teams of installers and technicians to ensure work is completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality and safety standards. Acting as the on-site leader, you will coordinate daily operations, interface with general contractors and other trades, and serve as a key liaison between the field and company leadership. This role is ideal for someone who brings technical excellence, leadership capability, and a passion for maintaining project profitability and crew accountability.
Key Responsibilities
- Supervise and Lead Crews: You'll lead field crews on the installation of commercial refrigeration systems, ensuring all work is performed safely, efficiently, and to specification. You will also mentor and train installers, offering on-the-job guidance, technical direction, and performance feedback.
- Coordination and Communication: You'll coordinate with project managers, general contractors, and other trades to ensure smooth and timely project execution. As the primary on-site representative for DHR Mechanical, you'll act as a key liaison between the field and company leadership.
- Project Management: You will manage daily work plans, delegate tasks, and monitor the progress and productivity of your crew. You'll also maintain accurate records of labor, materials, and equipment usage to help ensure project profitability.
- Technical Expertise: You'll be responsible for reviewing blueprints, EMS, and electrical schematics to proactively identify and resolve issues. You'll also perform and oversee tasks like pipefitting, brazing, setting cases and walk-ins, and installing electrical and EMS systems.
- Quality and Safety: You'll ensure quality control, safety compliance, and adherence to local and national codes, as well as company standards. It's also your responsibility to protect company assets and tools, enforce site cleanliness, and uphold safety and behavioral standards among your crew.
- On-Site Leadership: You'll act as the on-site leader, coordinating daily operations and serving as a liaison between the field and company leadership.
What You Bring
- 5+ years of commercial refrigeration installation experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or leadership role.
- Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to manage teams and work collaboratively with clients and stakeholders.
- Deep knowledge of refrigeration systems, EMS, electrical circuits, piping, and brazing techniques.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical documentation.
- Proven track record of delivering quality installations on time and within budget.
- OSHA 30 and EPA 608 Universal certifications preferred (or willingness to obtain).
- Valid driver's license with clean driving record and willingness to travel, including Puerto Rico
- Commitment to safety, crew development, and continuous improvement
Why DHR Mechanical?
- Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits (401k, health insurance, paid vacation, holidays)
- Leadership role with influence and responsibility in a growing organization
- Opportunities for career growth and training at DHR and as part of the broader Kelso brand of companies
- Steady, year-round work with industry-leading regional and national clients in supermarkets, warehousing, retail, and industrial sectors
- Reputation for excellence, safety, and commitment to our employees
Why Join Us?
We're committed to attracting talented individuals who seek a company with a strong foundation of success and an outstanding culture. We proactively provide competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and clear pathways for career advancement with autonomy and flexibility in an entrepreneurial environment.
Learn more about us at www.kelso-industries.com