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Plumbing Service Foreman Chisholm Industries Ltd. Service Division Calgary, AB Chisholm Industries Ltd. is a well-established Alberta-based mechanical contractor with nearly 50 years of experience serving commercial, institutional, healthcare, and industrial facilities. We are seeking a Plumbing Service Foreman to lead field operations across our Service Division. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for driving technician performance, ensuring high-quality service execution, and maintaining strong customer relationships in commercial and light industrial environments. This role is best suited for someone who operates as a field leader and problem solver - not just a senior technician or new to field leadership role. What Youll Be Responsible For Field Leadership & Technical Execution Lead and support plumbing technicians in daily service operations Diagnose and resolve complex issues across: Domestic water systems Drainage and sewer systems Gas systems Backflow prevention Boilers and hydronic systems Act as escalation point for high-risk or high-value service calls Ensure all work meets applicable codes, standards, and company expectations Service Operations & Productivity Support dispatch and prioritize emergency vs scheduled work Drive technician utilization, efficiency, and job completion performance Ensure crews are properly prepared, routed, and executing effectively Identify and correct inefficiencies in real time Quoting, Small Projects & Scope Control Oversee small projects, retrofits, and service work execution Support quoting, material takeoffs, and scope development as required Review field-generated quotes to ensure accuracy and completeness Identify scope gaps, risks, and margin exposure before execution Quality Control & Customer Interface Perform field quality checks and reduce callbacks Act as escalation point for clients, including: Property managers Facility operators Maintenance teams Maintain professional communication and manage expectations Identify opportunities for system improvements and preventative work Crew Leadership & Development Mentor Plumbers and Apprentices in technical and field execution Provide feedback on performance, quality, and development Support hiring input and team capability growth Safety, Compliance & Risk Management Enforce company safety policies and safe work practices Ensure compliance with plumbing codes and inspection requirements Maintain documentation for backflow, inspections, and regulatory standards Financial & Operational Awareness Monitor job costing, labor efficiency, and billable performance Support margin protection through proper execution and scope control Reduce rework, warranty, and callback-related losses What Success Looks Like High technician productivity and strong billable performance Reduced callbacks and improved first-time fix rates Accurate, well-scoped quoting and execution Strong team engagement and development Positive client relationships and repeat business Qualifications Red Seal Journeyman Plumber (required) Class A Gasfitter Certification (required) 3 - 5+ years of Team Lead or Foreman experience (required) Strong background in commercial and/or light industrial plumbing services Proven ability to diagnose complex systems and lead field execution Relevant experience with boilers, hydronics, pumps, and backflow systems etc. Valid drivers license with clean abstract Compensation $50.00-$58.00/hour (Higher consideration may be given for exceptional commercial service leadership experience and advanced technical certifications.) Why Join Chisholm Nearly 50 years of trusted reputation in Alberta Stable, year-round commercial service work Strong technical support and team environment Opportunity to influence systems, processes, and team performance Competitive compensation, vehicle, and benefits package Final Note This role is not a step back from the tools - its a step into field leadership and operational ownership. You will be expected to lead performance, support your team, and ensure work is executed efficiently, safely, and to a high standard.