Warehouse Foreman

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