RA Holdings, through our Retro Insulation branch, is looking for a Mechanical Insulator Superintendent/Foreman.
Company-Branch Overview:
Retro Insulation is one out of three branches that make up the RA Holdings family. With over 40 years in business, Retro Insulation is a leading mechanical insulation and heat tracing contractor working on federal, commercial, and industrial facilities. Our teams install specialized systems that control temperature, improve energy efficiency, protect equipment, reduce noise, and keep critical buildings operating safely. From hospitals and universities to industrial plants and military installation, our work supports projects where quality and safety matter. A career with Retro means learning a high-demand skilled trade, gaining hands-on experience on large real-world projects, and building a path for long-term advancements. We build skills, careers and futures.
Job Description:
- Manage 3–5 projects simultaneously, ranging in value from approximately $30,000 to $6 million, working alongside Project Managers to ensure projects remain on schedule and meet quality standards.
- Supervise and lead field crews varying from 5-30 employees at any given time working on industrial mechanical insulation work.
- Communicate and coordinate with General Contractor (GC) Superintendents, Project Managers, clients, and other trades regarding project schedules, jobsite conditions, progress, and installation requirements.
- Plan daily work activities, assign manpower, communicate expectations to field crews, conduct JHAs and Toolbox Talks, and utilize FieldFlo to manage schedules, projects, and assignments.
- Lead and enforce jobsite safety requirements, including proper PPE, safe work practices, and daily safety procedures.
- Coordinate manpower, materials, equipment, and jobsite needs with Project Managers and other field leadership.
- Identify and communicate field issues, material needs, delays, changes in scope, and other project concerns.
- Monitor crew productivity, workmanship, material usage, and overall project progress.
- Read and interpret project blueprints, drawings, specifications, schedules, and insulation requirements.
- Ensure insulation materials, installation methods, and finishes meet project specifications and quality standards.
- Inspect and ensure quality installation, repair, and maintenance of industrial mechanical insulation systems on process piping, industrial refrigeration, equipment, vessels, tanks, ductwork, and other mechanical systems.
- Train, coach, and provide hands-on guidance to Mechanics, Helpers, and other field employees as needed.
- Work with a variety of industrial mechanical insulation materials, including fiberglass, mineral wool, calcium silicate, cellular glass, closed-cell foam products, removable insulation blankets, and aluminum or stainless-steel jacketing, along with applicable vapor barriers, weather barriers, mastics, and protective finishes.
- Industrial projects may include manufacturing and processing plants, chemical plants, power-generation facilities, pulp and paper mills, water/wastewater treatment plants, military industrial facilities, large industrial plants and more.
- Complete required field documentation, timekeeping, daily reports, and project paperwork.
Requirements:
- Previous experience in industrial mechanical insulation is required.
- Must be able to pass a background check to obtain DBIDS military badging.
- Must have the REAL ID or ability to obtain one.
- Must have a valid Driver's License to obtain a Company Vehicle.
- Clean driving record, or no-fault accidents, to qualify for our Company Auto Insurance.
Location:
- Based in Virginia Beach, VA, with projects throughout Hampton Roads and the Mid-Atlantic region.
Travel:
- Local and Regional Travel as needed for projects and client meetings, primarily during business hours.
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday. 7:00am to 4:30pm.
- Must be available for weekend work and on call based on project needs.
Pay:
- $28 to $34hr or more depending on experience.
Benefits:
- Company Vehicle included.
- Company-Gas Card.
- Health Insurance
- Dental & Vision
- Overtime opportunities
- Paid time off
- 401(k) with company match
- Growth opportunities given annually
- Performance-Based Bonuses Available
- Stable, full-time work with consistent schedule