Field Supervisor - Operations Lead (Reno, NV)

OPERATIONS LEAD – FIELD SUPERVISOR (Reno, NV)
Teklus Construction | Full-Time | $75,000–$80,000/year | In-Person

Teklus Construction, a Reno-based, Veteran-Owned & Veteran-Operated general contractor, is hiring an Operations Lead to run day-to-day field operations for our Dugout Operations support team. This is a hands-on, working supervisor role — you'll direct crew activity, manage client and trade-partner access requests, and serve as the frontline link between the crew and the Operations Superintendent.

WHY THIS ROLE
- Direct leadership of a field crew with real authority: task assignment, sequencing, stop-work decisions
- Clear path to grow supervisory and safety credentials (Competent Person designations, equipment certifications)
- Shift differential pay available for 2nd and 3rd shift
- Full benefits: 401(k), medical/dental/vision, life insurance, PTO

WHAT YOU'LL DO
Crew & Field Leadership
- Direct daily tarping and door-opening activities at the crew level — task assignment, sequencing, and pace management
- Deploy and coordinate support teams to fulfill client and trade-partner access requests
- Verify proper tarp installation, roll-up, and re-tarping procedures per project and manufacturer requirements
- Confirm access doors are opened, closed, and secured in correct sequence with all safeguards engaged
- Train, mentor, and develop Operations Technicians on procedures, safety expectations, and quality standards
- Troubleshoot equipment issues at the crew level; escalate to the Operations Superintendent as needed

Shift & Communication
- Monitor weather, wind, precipitation, and ambient conditions; communicate findings to client operations leads throughout the shift
- Enforce wind, temperature, and precipitation constraints; pause or modify operations when thresholds are exceeded
- Attend daily logistics briefings and align shift plans with the Operations Superintendent
- Conduct shift-start huddles, toolbox talks, and end-of-shift debriefs
- Coordinate shift handoffs with incoming/outgoing Operations Leads, including written turnover notes

Safety & Documentation
- Partner with the EHS Professional on hazard ID, near-miss reporting, and corrective actions
- Exercise stop-work authority when unsafe conditions are observed
- Inspect tarps, fasteners, fall protection, and door hardware before and during each shift
- Maintain shift logs, equipment-use records, and daily documentation
- Verify crew timekeeping accuracy and approve daily time entries

WHAT YOU BRING
Required:
- High school diploma, GED, or equivalent
- 3+ years of field experience in industrial, construction, or material handling operations, including 1+ year in a lead, foreman, or comparable supervisory role
- OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification
- First Aid, CPR, and AED certification (or ability to obtain within 60 days of hire)
- Valid driver's license
- Strong communication, mentoring, and conflict-resolution skills

Preferred:
- Authorized OSHA 10-Hour Outreach Trainer
- Competent Person designation (fall protection, confined space, and/or excavation)
- Forklift, telehandler, aerial lift, or rigging/signal person certification
- Prior experience with industrial tarping or access door operations

SHIFT AVAILABILITY (24/7 coverage — all 3 shifts hiring)
- 1st Shift (Day): 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM
- 2nd Shift (Swing): 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM — differential pay applies
- 3rd Shift (Night): 10:00 PM – 6:00 AM — differential pay applies

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Lift up to 50 lbs regularly (75 lbs occasionally); stand, walk, climb, and work at heights and in confined spaces with proper protection; work outdoors in all weather conditions; rotating shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.

ABOUT TEKLUS CONSTRUCTION
Teklus Construction is a Reno-based general contractor licensed in Nevada (Lic 83266) and California (Lic 1071836), and a proud Veteran-Owned & Veteran-Operated company. We specialize in commercial and industrial construction, general contracting, project planning, quality control, and close-out — helping owners bring their vision to life.

Teklus Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.