The posting
Together We Build – Partnership, Innovation, Excellence, and Safety
At Kelso Industries, 5,000+ employees across 40+ companies work together to deliver exceptional HVAC, mechanical, plumbing, refrigeration, and electrical solutions nationwide. Join us to grow your career, make an impact, and be part of a team where innovation, excellence, and safety come first.
Recruiter Notice: We respectfully ask external recruiters and staffing agencies not to submit candidates. We only accept direct applications.
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
Why Join Kelso Industries?
Join us and be part of a team dedicated to creating efficient, sustainable, and high-performance environments that make a lasting impact across the industrial, commercial, and institutional sectors.
Here you will experience:
Growth Opportunities: Develop new skills, take on exciting challenges, and advance your career in meaningful ways.
Company Culture: You’ll thrive in an environment that supports your growth, values your contributions, and makes work fulfilling and enjoyable.
Impact: Your work directly contributes to meaningful outcomes, allowing you to see the difference you make and feel a sense of purpose every day.
Competitive Compensation & Benefits: You’ll be rewarded fairly for your contributions while enjoying perks that enhance your financial security, health, and overall well-being.
Kelso Industries celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate in any aspect of employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local employment discrimination laws where Kelso does business
