Scaffold Foreman / Erector

Join a team dedicated to safety, quality, and professional growth as a Scaffold Foreman / Erector. This role is ideal for experienced scaffold professionals who are passionate about leading crews and ensuring safe, efficient scaffold operations on commercial and industrial job sites. The Scaffold Foreman / Erector will play a key role in project execution, working closely with superintendents and project teams to deliver reliable access solutions. If you are safety-focused, reliable, and ready to take on a leadership position in a fast-paced construction environment, this is an excellent opportunity to advance your career.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a crew of scaffold laborers and erectors on commercial or industrial job sites
• Oversee the erection, modification, and dismantling of various scaffold systems, including frame scaffolding, rolling/Baker scaffolds, and stair towers
• Act as the Competent Person for scaffolding, identifying hazards, performing and documenting daily scaffold inspections, and stopping work when unsafe conditions are present
• Ensure all scaffold work complies with OSHA scaffold standards (Subpart L) and company safety policies
• Read and interpret scaffold plans, layouts, or project directions to ensure proper setup and configuration
• Verify that scaffolds are properly erected, braced, and capable of supporting intended loads
• Coordinate with superintendents and project teams to meet project schedules and requirements
• Promote and enforce the use of proper fall protection systems and safe access requirements
• Maintain accurate inspection records and documentation as required

Qualifications

• Proven experience in scaffold erection, dismantling, and modification on commercial or industrial job sites
• Strong working knowledge of OSHA scaffold standards (Subpart L) and safe work practices
• Ability to act as a Competent Person for scaffolding, including hazard identification, daily inspections, and work stoppage for unsafe conditions
• Experience leading or directing a crew of scaffold laborers/erectors
• Proficiency with various scaffold systems, such as frame scaffolding, rolling/Baker scaffolds, and stair towers
• Ability to read plans, layouts, or follow project direction for scaffold setups
• Knowledge of proper fall protection systems and safe access requirements
• Experience ensuring scaffolds are properly erected, braced, and load-capable
• Strong communication skills and ability to coordinate with superintendents and project teams
• Reliable, safety-focused, and able to work in a fast-paced construction environment
• Must be able to demonstrate Competent Person-level knowledge during interview or field evaluation
• Preferred: Prior experience as a scaffold foreman or lead erector
• Preferred: Current or previous scaffold or safety certifications/training
• Preferred: Experience with inspection tracking or documentation systems (such as Lightning or similar)
• Preferred: Bilingual (English/Spanish) for enhanced crew communication