About the Role
We’re looking for a hands-on Warehouse Foreman to run the warehouse and yard operations for our HVAC and electrical divisions. You’ll keep material, equipment, and tools moving to job sites on time, lead a small warehouse team, and make sure our field crews have what they need to stay productive. This is a working leadership role for someone who knows the trades’ material side and takes pride in an organized, safe, efficient operation.
What You’ll Do
- Lead, schedule, and train warehouse staff and drivers, setting daily priorities and holding the team to safety and productivity standards
- Receive, inspect, stage, and store incoming HVAC equipment (RTUs, condensers, air handlers, ductwork, fittings) and electrical material (wire, conduit, gear, panels, fixtures)
- Pull and stage job kits against project material lists and coordinate deliveries with project managers, superintendents, and service dispatch
- Maintain accurate inventory counts, cycle counts, and records in the company’s inventory or ERP system
- Manage wire reels, cutting, and tracking of remnants to reduce waste
- Track tools and equipment check-out and returns, coordinating repairs, calibration, and replacements
- Process material returns, handle damaged or incorrect shipments, and work with vendors and purchasing to resolve issues
- Oversee the company yard, including equipment, lifts, trailers, and fleet staging
- Operate and supervise use of forklifts, pallet jacks, and other warehouse equipment
- Enforce OSHA and company safety practices, including proper rigging, lifting, storage, and housekeeping
- Identify opportunities to improve layout, workflow, and turnaround on material requests
Qualifications
- 3+ years of warehouse, logistics, or material handling experience, preferably in construction, mechanical, or electrical contracting
- 1+ years of supervisory or lead experience
- Working knowledge of HVAC equipment and electrical materials
- Forklift certification or ability to obtain
- Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
- Strong organizational skills and comfort with inventory software, spreadsheets, and email
- Ability to lift 50+ lbs and work in varying warehouse and yard conditions
Preferred
- Experience with construction ERP or inventory platforms
- CDL Class A or B
- OSHA 10 or OSHA 30
- Background as an HVAC or electrical field tech, helper, or apprentice
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive hourly pay, based on experience up to $60,000
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Company-provided tools, safety gear, and ongoing training
- Long-term career growth across a national portfolio
Why Kelso Industries
Kelso Industries is a national MEP+ contracting portfolio with over 35 operating companies and roughly 3,500 employees across 20+ U.S. markets. Our teams get the stability and resources of a large organization with the culture and pride of a local shop, plus real paths to advance across companies and markets.
Comp Range: $45,000-$60,000