Full-Time
JVIC-Bolting Foreman TA
Zachry Group
5,001-10,000 employees
Turnkey engineering and construction services
No salary listed
Vinton, LA, USA
In Person
 Building Trades (1) |
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- Clean safety record.
- Must be drug‑free and able to pass pre‑employment, random, for‑cause, and post‑accident drug screens.
- Must pass a physical, PFT/FIT test, and background check.
- Must complete Safety Council training: basic plus, site‑specific, 19JVI, 19Leak, 19Torque, 19Flange, 19Hex, and confined space.
- Must demonstrate proficiency in productive work practices.
- Must hold Level II Torque Certifications.
- Must pass TB Level II Craft Test, including 2 hours of instructor‑led training and 2 hours hands‑on evaluation.
- Craft test results must be approved by operations.
- Ability to work at heights from 2’ to 300’ with 100% tie‑off.
- Ability to climb ladders, scaffolds, and stairs and maintain balance in elevated spaces.
- Fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English.
- Ability to read flat drawings, prints, isometrics, and visualize 3D structures.
- Experience with layout, fitting, and assembly of fabricated, cast, or forged components.
- Good vision (corrective lenses acceptable).
- Ability to stand for long periods, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl in restricted areas.
- Strong manual dexterity and tool handling capability.
- Demonstrated leadership ability and ability to lead by example.
- Ability to work within precise limits and meet high accuracy standards.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
- Inspect worksites to identify safety hazards before work begins.
- Plan installation sequences to avoid interference with other trades.
- Select proper materials, tools, and equipment based on job specifications.
- Install manways, hand holes, valves, gauges, and feedwater connections on drums.
- Perform pressure testing using water or gas to detect leaks.
- Repair heat exchangers and drums by removing defective parts, installing tubes, straightening plates, and replacing components.
- Dismantle and reassemble heat exchangers and position drums/headers into supports.
- Operate hand torque wrenches, hydraulic tools, pneumatic rad guns, and hydraulic bolt tensioners.
- Operate torque pump control pendants and perform stud tensioning independently.
- Convert foot‑pounds to PSI and apply shop mathematics as needed.
- Follow all PPE, OSHA/ANSI, respirator, and confined‑space requirements.
- Work extended hours, including nights or overtime, when required.
- Maintain strong communication and positive working relationships.
- Follow written and verbal instructions and perform additional duties as assigned.
- Mentor and develop less‑experienced employees.
- Lead and supervise daily crew operations to ensure safe, timely, and efficient work execution.
- Conduct daily safety meetings, toolbox talks, and hazard assessments.
- Ensure crew compliance with JVIC safety standards, PPE rules, confined‑space entry, and 100% tie‑off policies.
- Assign job tasks based on skill level, certifications, and project needs.
- Ensure adequate tools, materials, and equipment are available and properly set up.
- Monitor work quality, productivity, and adherence to job specifications.
- Provide real‑time coaching, corrective action, and technical guidance to crew members.
- Review drawings, isometrics, and job plans; translate them into clear instructions.
- Communicate progress, delays, or issues to project management and field supervision.
- Maintain accurate daily logs, documentation, safety forms, and equipment tracking.
- Ensure all work meets quality standards and project deadlines.
- Train and mentor junior technicians to build team competency.
Zachry Group provides turnkey engineering, construction, maintenance, turnaround and fabrication services for the energy, chemicals, power, manufacturing and industrial sectors in North America. It covers the full project lifecycle by helping customers plan, build and renew critical facilities, often as a single‑point provider responsible for the entire scope. The company executes projects through engineering, procurement, fabrication and on-site construction with a strong emphasis on safety and reliable delivery. What sets Zachry Group apart is its long history (since 1924), a purpose‑driven culture and a consistent focus on safety, quality and meeting customers’ immediate and long-term goals across diverse sectors. Its goal is to help clients achieve their objectives by delivering the best possible outcomes while maintaining high safety standards.
Company Size
5,001-10,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
San Antonio, Texas
Founded
1924
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- NiSource 2.6 GW combined cycle project joint venture with Quanta strengthens power sector positioning.
- Over $16 billion active project portfolio across LNG, chemicals, and power sectors.
- Emerged from Chapter 11 bankruptcy with reorganization plan court approval and operational continuity.
What critics are saying
- McDermott and Chiyoda replaced Zachry on $16 billion Golden Pass LNG project permanently.
- 4,410 post-bankruptcy layoffs and ongoing workforce reductions impair project execution capacity.
- Federal WARN Act lawsuit over mass layoffs creates multimillion-dollar liability and client reputation damage.
What makes Zachry Group unique
- Century-old EPC firm with 100+ gas-fired facilities and 60,000 MW design experience.
- Strategic partnerships with Quanta Services and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries enhance execution capabilities.
- Expanded into water infrastructure via Crescent Constructors acquisition September 2025.
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Zachry Group awarded Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) contract for NiSource's Combined Cycle Generation Project. SAN ANTONIO-(BUSINESS WIRE)-Zachry Group (Zachry) has been awarded the Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) contract for NiSource Inc.'s Combined Cycle Generation Project, a major infrastructure project located near Wheatfield, Indiana. The facility will support NiSource's delivery of electricity to a third-party customer and includes two nominal 1,300-megawatt gas-fired combined cycle units in a 2 x 2 x 1 configuration. A subsidiary of NiSource Inc. will own and operate the facility. The EPC contract will be executed by a joint venture between Zachry Group and Quanta Services, Inc. (Quanta). Zachry will lead engineering, procurement, project management, construction planning, and commissioning, drawing on its five decades of experience designing and building over 100 gas-fired facilities totaling more than 60,000 megawatts. Quanta will contribute field-level leadership and craft workforce management through its operating companies. This collaborative approach is designed to enhance execution certainty, optimize labor resources, and deliver cost-effective, high-quality infrastructure. "We are honored to partner with NiSource Inc. on this landmark project that reflects our shared commitment to delivering reliable, efficient, and sustainable energy solutions," said John B. Zachry, Chairman and CEO of Zachry Group. "Working alongside Quanta, we're combining our complementary strengths to execute a project of this scale with precision and innovation. Together, we're proud to support the region's energy future." "NiSource is committed to advancing transformative growth while ensuring that customer affordability remains at the heart of our strategy," said Lloyd Yates, President and Chief Executive Officer of NiSource. "Through this collaboration with Zachry and Quanta, we are expanding generation and grid infrastructure in a way that supports economic development and innovation while protecting customers from the costs of infrastructure investment. We are excited to partner with Zachry and Quanta to meet the evolving energy needs of our customers and communities." "We're proud to collaborate with Zachry Group, a company that shares Quanta's commitment to safety, performance, and delivering results that matter," said Duke Austin, Quanta's President and Chief Executive Officer. "We have respected Zachry's capabilities for decades, and together, we look forward to delivering this critical infrastructure project for NiSource." About Zachry Group Zachry Group is North America's pacesetter in turnkey engineering, construction, maintenance, turnaround and fabrication services to the energy, chemicals, power, manufacturing and industrial sectors. We work with customers to plan, build, and renew their most critical facilities, so they can achieve their immediate and long-term goals, all at the highest safety standards. Since 1924, we have been a purpose-driven organization, united by a shared set of values and the desire to deliver the very best outcome for our customers. Visit www.zachrygroup.com for more information.
Shortly after the company pulled away from the natural gas project, the Zachry Holdings subsidiary (Zachry Industrial Inc.) laid off more than 4,000 workers.
BEAUMONT, Texas - Zachry Holdings has once again found itself facing scrutiny, after laying off 126 more people between Beaumont, Orange, Sabine Pass, and Baytown.
As the lead contractor in charge of staffing construction activities, Zachry's financial issues and ongoing bankruptcy proceedings have prevented the remaining contractors from resuming large-scale construction.
Zachry Holdings faces lawsuit, accusation of violating federal law in mass layoffs at Golden Pass LNG.