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