Scaffold Foreman
Job description
Job Title:
Scaffold Foreman
Company: Loenbro, LLC
Business Unit/Department:
Loenbro South
Location: Afton, TX
Reports to: Superintendent / Project Manager
Employment Type: Full Time
FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt
About Loenbro
Loenbro is a trusted, long-term construction lifecycle partner to thousands of customers across the U.S. Our market spans all industries, and our service offerings include Critical Electrical, Mechanical & Structural, Soft Crafts, Inspection, Underground Maintenance and Installation, and Fabrication. Our expertise lies in simplifying the complex and establishing long-standing relationships with our partners. We have a national presence but a local approach—every customer benefits from our capabilities and our care.
At Loenbro, we don’t just offer jobs—we build careers grounded in integrity, teamwork, excellence, and purpose. Join a team where your expertise is valued, your growth is supported, and your work helps maintain and enhance the critical infrastructure that powers communities across the nation.
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Scaffold Foreman to lead and oversee scaffold crews on industrial and commercial construction projects. The Scaffold Foreman is responsible for planning, coordinating, supervising, and inspecting scaffold erection, modification, and dismantling activities while ensuring compliance with all safety regulations, project specifications, and company standards. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, extensive scaffolding experience, and a commitment to maintaining a safe and productive work environment.
Essential Job Responsibilities
- Supervise and direct scaffold crews in the safe erection, modification, inspection, and dismantling of scaffolding systems.
- Plan daily work activities, assign tasks, and ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and on schedule.
- Verify that all scaffold structures are built according to applicable regulations, engineering requirements, and company standards.
- Conduct pre-job planning meetings and daily safety briefings with crew members.
- Perform routine scaffold inspections to ensure structural integrity and compliance with OSHA and project-specific safety requirements.
- Identify and correct unsafe conditions, work practices, or equipment deficiencies.
- Coordinate scaffold activities with project managers, superintendents, contractors, and other trades to support project goals.
- Maintain accurate records of inspections, workforce activity, material usage, and equipment inventory.
- Ensure scaffold materials, tools, and equipment are properly maintained, stored, and accounted for.
- Train, mentor, and develop scaffold builders and apprentices on proper installation techniques and safety procedures.
- Enforce company policies, safety procedures, and quality standards at all times.
- Assist with troubleshooting and resolving field issues related to scaffold design, access requirements, and site conditions.
Minimum Qualifications
Required
- High school diploma or GED preferred.
- 5+ years of industrial or commercial scaffolding experience.
- 2+ years of supervisory or foreman experience leading scaffold crews.
- Thorough knowledge of scaffold systems, erection procedures, and dismantling practices.
- Strong understanding of OSHA regulations and scaffold safety standards.
- Ability to read and interpret scaffold drawings, project plans, and specifications.
- Ability to work at heights and in varying weather and environmental conditions.
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
- Ability to pass a background check, drug screening, and any required site-specific screenings.
Preferred
- OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 Certification.
- NCCER Scaffold Builder Certification or equivalent industry certification.
- First Aid/CPR certification.
- Experience with refinery, industrial, power generation, petrochemical, or heavy commercial construction projects.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) communication skills.
- Experience managing material inventories and workforce productivity.
- Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work Environment:
- Potential exposure to extreme cold and hot temperatures.
- Manufacturing, pipeline, and refining environment.
- Fit and move in confined spaces including tanks and vessels.
- Limited working surfaces.
- Exposure to noise above 85 decibels and intense odors.
- Exposure to areas with limited visibility.
This role requires compliance with all applicable safety regulations, personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements, and Loenbro's Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S) policies.
Benefits
Loenbro offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and rewards to those who join our team:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Life and disability insurance
- Professional development and training opportunities
- Employee assistance program (EAP)
Benefits eligibility may vary based on employment classification and hours worked.
Guided by Core Values (LEAD), grounded in grit and a commitment to excellence, Loenbro betters our families, customers, and local communities. If you are ready to be part of a company that LEADS by:
- Living with Integrity
- Exceeding Expectations
- Acting with Urgency
- Delivering Excellence
…we want to hear from you.