CAULKING & WATERPROOFING FOREMAN

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Sealants Foreman leads a small field crew responsible for installing sealant and waterproofing systems on precast structures, ramps, and other construction projects. This role ensures work is completed safely, efficiently, and to high-quality standards while coordinating daily field activities, materials, and communication with supervisors and project stakeholders. The Sealants Foreman may travel to various job sites throughout the region as part of a 1-6 person crew.

Salary range $28-35/Hour. Based on location and experience.

SAFETY IS OUR HIGHEST PRIORITY. Safety is our highest priority. We believe a safe workplace is built on mutual respect, care, and accountability. Every team member is empowered and expected to follow safety practices, look out for one another, and speak up about potential risks. Together, we create an environment where everyone goes home safely each day.

WHY JOIN OUR TEAM?

At Wells, you're part of a team that takes pride in building something that lasts. Whether you're in operations, a manufacturing facility, or out in the field, your work plays a direct role in creating quality structures that support our communities. We value hard work, reliability, and teamwork because getting the job done right requires teamwork. With a strong focus on safety, collaboration, and ingenuity, we create an environment where you can build your experience, contribute to meaningful work, and make an impact.

WHAT WE OFFER

Wells provides a competitive benefits package designed to support employees' health, financial well-being, and work-life balance. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, company-paid disability and life insurance, wellness incentives, paid holidays, PTO, flexible spending accounts, HSA options, a 401(k) with profit sharing, access to Nice Healthcare, employee assistance resources, pet insurance, and additional voluntary coverage such as critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity plans.

• Health and family care leave is available to both union and non-union employees.
• Union employee benefits are provided through separate collective bargaining agreements

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Lead and supervise a crew of 1-6 workers on sealants and waterproofing installations
• Ensure jobsite safety compliance, including proper PPE use and safe operation of equipment
• Install expansion joints, traffic coatings, and various sealant systems per project specifications
• Perform waterproofing and firestopping applications using approved materials and systems
• Read and interpret blueprints, specifications, and material safety data sheets
• Maintain quality control and ensure all work meets company and manufacturer standards
• Communicate daily progress, quantities installed, and job updates to field and office teams
• Coordinate with manufacturers' representatives and jobsite stakeholders as needed
• Operate hand and power tools and maintain clean, organized job sites and equipment
• Mix and match custom sealant colors as required for project specifications
• Attend jobsite meetings and support coordination of field activities
• Mentor and train crew members to improve skills, safety, and productivity

WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR

The ideal candidate is an experienced sealants and waterproofing professional with proven leadership ability in a field environment. They are highly skilled in material application, blueprint reading, and jobsite execution while maintaining a strong focus on safety and quality. This individual is dependable, hands-on, and capable of leading small crews effectively while adapting to changing jobsite conditions and maintaining high productivity standards.

IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE

• High school diploma or GED required
• 5+ years of sealants and waterproofing installation experience
• Prior experience leading or supervising construction crews
• Strong knowledge of sealant and waterproofing materials (urethane, silicone, hybrid, acrylic)
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
• Valid driver's license with ability to operate company vehicles safely
• OSHA 30, CPR certification, and lift/swing stage experience preferred
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Strong focus on safety, quality, and productivity
• Ability to travel to various job sites as required
• Self-motivated with strong problem-solving and decision-making skills

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to perform physically demanding work, including lifting up to 75 lbs occasionally and frequent bending, climbing, kneeling, twisting, squatting, crawling, and repetitive hand/arm use
• Capable of standing, walking, and moving throughout the facility for extended shifts of up to 12 hours
• Comfortable working at heights using ladders, scaffolding, swing stages, and man lifts frequently
• Ability to work safely in a production or field environment with moderate to high exposure to safety risks and hazards
• Willingness to work in varying environmental conditions, including wet, hot, humid, and cold weather, and outdoors year-round
• Ability to wear all required PPE, including but not limited to safety boots, safety glasses, hearing protection, high visibility vest, hard hat, and other PPE as required by the task, department, or work area.

This profile summarizes key duties and expectations but does not list every possible job task. Employees must follow all job-related instructions and duties assigned by supervisors.

Wells is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Wells participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your I-9 Form information to confirm you are authorized to work in the U.S.