Service Foreman
San Francisco & San Francisco Peninsula, CA
Full Time
Mid Level
Service Foreman
Service and Small Project Division I High End Residential Construction
San Francisco, CA & the SF Peninsula -- Full Time
No Recruiters Please!
ABOUT THE ROLE
Van Acker Construction builds exceptional, high-end custom homes with a commitment to quality craftsmanship, meticulous detail, and outstanding client service. Our Service & Small Project Division provides ongoing maintenance, repair, and renovation services to our clients’ completed homes and estate properties.
We’re looking for a skilled Service Foreman to join our small, dedicated team of experienced field professionals. In this role, you’ll be the trusted person our clients rely on when a mechanical system needs attention, a fixture needs replacing, or a bathroom is ready for a refresh. You’ll handle everything from straightforward repairs to small remodel projects in some of the Bay Area’s finest homes.
Our clients are discerning homeowners who expect white-glove service. Their homes are typically owner-occupied, so discretion, confidentiality, and a polished professional presence are essential. You may work directly with the homeowner or their estate manager, individually on smaller tasks or as part of a team on larger projects. Either way, you’ll represent Van Acker with the care and professionalism our reputation is built on.
JOB DUTIES
Include but are not limited to:
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
Base salary is $130,000 - $140,000 per year (DOE), plus annual discretionary bonus. Please note the posted range is a base and will be adjusted for skillset and experience.
This is a full-time, exempt (salaried) position with standard hours Monday through Friday. Overtime and weekend work may occasionally be required for emergencies.
COMPANY INFORMATION
Established in 1983, Van Acker Construction built a reputation as Northern California’s premier high-end residential construction firm. As builders and construction managers, our projects are complex, our standards are exacting, and our commitment to quality is unwavering. Our projects typically span from the San Francisco Peninsula to Napa Valley, with our main office located in Mill Valley, CA.
To find out more about Van Acker Construction, please visit our website at http://www.vanacker.com/
Please visit our Candidate Privacy Policy here or contact [email protected] for questions regarding our Privacy Policy or the collection of your personal information.
Service Foreman
Service and Small Project Division I High End Residential Construction
San Francisco, CA & the SF Peninsula -- Full Time
No Recruiters Please!
ABOUT THE ROLE
Van Acker Construction builds exceptional, high-end custom homes with a commitment to quality craftsmanship, meticulous detail, and outstanding client service. Our Service & Small Project Division provides ongoing maintenance, repair, and renovation services to our clients’ completed homes and estate properties.
We’re looking for a skilled Service Foreman to join our small, dedicated team of experienced field professionals. In this role, you’ll be the trusted person our clients rely on when a mechanical system needs attention, a fixture needs replacing, or a bathroom is ready for a refresh. You’ll handle everything from straightforward repairs to small remodel projects in some of the Bay Area’s finest homes.
Our clients are discerning homeowners who expect white-glove service. Their homes are typically owner-occupied, so discretion, confidentiality, and a polished professional presence are essential. You may work directly with the homeowner or their estate manager, individually on smaller tasks or as part of a team on larger projects. Either way, you’ll represent Van Acker with the care and professionalism our reputation is built on.
JOB DUTIES
Include but are not limited to:
- Perform hands-on maintenance and repairs in completed high-end homes—carpentry, painting, drywall, fixture replacement, and general upkeep
- Diagnose and troubleshoot issues with sophisticated residential systems including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, automated gates, smart home technology, and integrated AV systems
- Manage small remodel and renovation projects from start to finish, including scheduling, budgeting, and coordinating subcontractors
- Oversee multiple concurrent service calls and small projects across the Bay Area, primarily in San Francisco, the Peninsula, and occasionally Marin
- Proactively identify and resolve field issues, work interferences, and scheduling conflicts before they become problems
- Communicate clearly and professionally with homeowners, estate managers, architects, engineers, and subcontractors
- Conduct progress assessments, prepare reports, and assist with budget tracking, material coordination, and time management
- Maintain a clean, organized work environment in clients’ homes at all times
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS
- Minimum 10 years of hands-on construction experience with a track record of performing increasingly complex carpentry, MEP, and general construction work, ideally in high-end residential and estate settings
- Bachelor’s degree in construction management, civil engineering, or related field (or equivalent in years of experience)
- Broad construction knowledge with an understanding of the sophisticated mechanical, electrical, and technology systems found in luxury homes
- Skilled at reading and interpreting blueprints, schematics, and structural drawings
- Highly organized with experience using industry-standard scheduling tools, Excel, Microsoft Office, etc
- Excellent communicator who is comfortable interacting with high-net-worth clients, estate managers, owner’s representatives, and subcontractors
- Professional appearance and demeanor with a genuine, service-oriented mindset
- Proactive problem-solver with a forward-thinking approach—you anticipate needs and plan accordingly
- Discreet and trustworthy—you understand the importance of confidentiality when working in private residences
- Leadership skills to inspire and coordinate team members and subcontractors while keeping projects on track
- Able to meet the physical demands of the job: lifting up to 30 lbs, climbing, working on uneven surfaces, and extended use of hand and power tools
- Valid California driver’s license with a clean driving record
- Must live in the Bay Area and be authorized to work in the U.S.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
Base salary is $130,000 - $140,000 per year (DOE), plus annual discretionary bonus. Please note the posted range is a base and will be adjusted for skillset and experience.
This is a full-time, exempt (salaried) position with standard hours Monday through Friday. Overtime and weekend work may occasionally be required for emergencies.
- Group Medical / Vision / Dental,
- Paid Time Off (PTO),
- Paid Holidays (8)
- 401k with Company Contribution
- Company vehicle, monthly gas card, and company cell phone.
COMPANY INFORMATION
Established in 1983, Van Acker Construction built a reputation as Northern California’s premier high-end residential construction firm. As builders and construction managers, our projects are complex, our standards are exacting, and our commitment to quality is unwavering. Our projects typically span from the San Francisco Peninsula to Napa Valley, with our main office located in Mill Valley, CA.
To find out more about Van Acker Construction, please visit our website at http://www.vanacker.com/
Please visit our Candidate Privacy Policy here or contact [email protected] for questions regarding our Privacy Policy or the collection of your personal information.
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