Shop Foreman - Boiler Operations
15 days ago
Cincinnati
Job Description Position Summary The Shop Foreman - Boiler Operations provides hands-on supervisory leadership for 24-hour boiler plant operations at a U.S. Environmental Protection Agency facility in Cincinnati, Ohio. This role supervises boiler operators across three shifts and is responsible for maintaining safe, reliable, and compliant plant operations in a federally regulated environment. The position serves as the on-site operator in charge for shift-based operations, emergency decision-making, maintenance coordination, and day-to-day workforce leadership. In addition to supporting continuous boiler and HVAC operations, the Shop Foreman supports snow removal activities and takes on IDIQ task orders and related projects that fit within the required skill set. This role requires strong leadership in a high-paced operational environment, sound technical judgment, and the ability to enforce safety, environmental, and site-access requirements while maintaining accurate documentation and operational continuity. Core Responsibilities Operations & Shift Supervision • Supervise and participate in the operation and maintenance of high-pressure boilers, associated HVAC equipment, and auxiliary systems in a 24/7 environment. • Assign shift responsibilities and ensure effective coordination across all three boiler operations shifts. • Maintain operational continuity, monitor plant status, and provide direct field leadership to boiler operators and support personnel. Personnel Management & Leadership • Support interviewing and selection of employees and assist in drafting position descriptions, performance standards, and performance appraisals as required. • Resolve employee issues and grievances at the supervisory level and reinforce company standards of conduct, attendance, and accountability. • Lead training, coaching, and day-to-day supervision in a high-paced operating environment. Operational Control & Emergency Authority • Act as the operator in charge for technical decision-making during abnormal conditions, equipment issues, or emergency response situations. • Approve overtime and adjust staffing or work assignments to support site requirements and operational readiness. • Analyze operating conditions and initiate immediate corrective actions when plant reliability or personnel safety is at risk. Maintenance & Testing • Direct preventive maintenance activities, including washing and cleaning boilers, tubes, pumps, and related mechanical equipment. • Inspect and verify safety devices and controls, including low-water cutoffs, safety valves, burner management systems, and combustion control systems. • Coordinate troubleshooting, repairs, and follow-up maintenance to restore equipment to safe operating condition. Compliance, Safety & Environmental Oversight • Ensure operations comply with OSHA requirements, EPA environmental standards, and applicable ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code requirements for plant operations. • Maintain oversight of plant safety procedures, including confined space entry requirements for tight-access points such as 12 x 16 manways where applicable. • Enforce stop-work authority, safe work practices, and site-specific federal access and security requirements. Reporting, Documentation & Logistics • Maintain accurate logs and records for plant conditions, fuel consumption, water chemistry, operating issues, inspections, and corrective actions. • Order and coordinate supplies, tools, chemicals, and equipment required to sustain continuous plant operations. • Support required contract, safety, maintenance, and environmental reporting for the site and internal management. IDIQ & Site Operations Support • Support execution of IDIQ task orders and small projects aligned with the role's operational and technical skill set. • Coordinate snow removal operations and other site support functions as needed to maintain facility operations. Organizational Impact This position strengthens Capital Brand Group's ability to maintain continuous, compliant boiler operations at a federal facility, support responsive execution of IDIQ and facility operations work, and provide reliable on-site leadership for safety, maintenance, and personnel performance across all shifts. Qualifications • Experience in construction and IDIQ contract or task order management preferred. • Working knowledge of boiler operations, HVAC systems, and mechanical equipment required. • Prior leadership experience in a high-paced, operations-driven environment required. • Experience supporting federal facilities or regulated sites preferred., • Strong understanding of safety management, preventive maintenance practices, and operational compliance expectations. Required Skills & Knowledge • Deep knowledge of burner management systems, combustion control systems, and boiler water treatment principles. • Ability to analyze mechanical and operational failures and initiate immediate corrective actions. • Working knowledge of confined space entry, industrial boiler safety procedures, and field troubleshooting methods. • Ability to maintain accurate operating records and communicate clearly with operators, project management, and site stakeholders. Physical Requirements & Working Conditions • Work is performed in a high-pressure steam boiler plant and associated facility spaces. • Position is subject to extreme noise, dust, dirt, temperature variation, and elevated ambient heat conditions. • Frequent climbing, walking, standing, bending, kneeling, and crouching are required. • Must be able to frequently lift materials, parts, tools, or chemicals weighing 25 pounds or more, including lifting above shoulder height when required. Federal Site Access Requirements • Must be able to obtain and maintain required EPA site access, federal badging, and any site-specific credentials required for unescorted access. • Must successfully complete any background screening, onboarding, safety orientation, and site access training required by the facility or contract. • Must comply with all federal site security, drug-free workplace, safety, and environmental requirements applicable to the assigned facility. Company DescriptionCapital Brand Group, LLC (CBG) is a full-service firm specializing in Construction, Facility Operation & Maintenance, Construction Management, Mechanical, Engineering, and Energy Services for public and private organizations. We are a fast-paced growing company, with opportunities for growth for our employees. CBG was for the third year in a row made the INC 500 list of 500 Fastest Growing Companies in America! Washington Business Journal selected CBG as a 2021 Best Place to Work in the DC Metro. As a company, and as individuals, we hold ourselves to the highest standard of conduct. We honor our agreements and are honest in our communications. Our relationships with clients, team members, and the community are based on openness, respect, and opportunities to help one another grow and succeed.Capital Brand Group, LLC (CBG) is a full-service firm specializing in Construction, Facility Operation & Maintenance, Construction Management, Mechanical, Engineering, and Energy Services for public and private organizations. We are a fast-paced growing company, with opportunities for growth for our employees. CBG was for the third year in a row made the INC 500 list of 500 Fastest Growing Companies in America! Washington Business Journal selected CBG as a 2021 Best Place to Work in the DC Metro. As a company, and as individuals, we hold ourselves to the highest standard of conduct. We honor our agreements and are honest in our communications. Our relationships with clients, team members, and the community are based on openness, respect, and opportunities to help one another grow and succeed.