Job Details
Job ID: 5135611
Job Description
Position Title: Skilled Trades Foreman
Salary Range: Regionally Competitive
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Immediate Supervisor: Executive Director of Facilities/Director of Service Building
Supervises: Grounds, General Mechanics and Skilled Trades
Summary: The Skilled Trades Foreman is responsible for planning, organizing, directing, and controlling school general mechanic operations to ensure that all facilities and equipment are maintained and utilized at optimal levels. This position involves overseeing general repair projects, managing a team of general mechanics and helpers, and coordinating the preventative maintenance program. The Skilled Trades Foreman will work closely with school administrators to ensure the efficient use of resources, safety standards, and adherence to maintenance schedules.
Characteristics of Work
Types of Activities Performed Frequently: Planning, developing, estimating, and controlling general repair projects; providing follow-up on projects; working with school administrators. Assist with the development of an on-going program of preventative maintenance. Directs and controls the corporation's specialized and heavy-duty equipment and vehicular fleet.
Types of Activities Performed Occasionally: The Skilled Trades Foreman is responsible for developing specifications for general repair supplies, attending professional meetings, and assisting in the planning of capital building fund projects. They are involved in planning, developing, and estimating general mechanic projects while working closely with school supervisors and administrators. Additionally, the Foreman recommends supplies, tools, and materials for the general mechanic department and provides input for Capital Project Fund planning. They also assist with the operation and planning of a comprehensive preventative maintenance program to ensure the optimal functioning of school facilities and equipment.
Basic Function: The basic function of the Skilled Trades Foreman is to plan, organize, direct, and control school general mechanic operations to ensure that facilities and equipment are utilized at optimal levels at all times. This includes overseeing repairs, troubleshooting issues, and installing necessary general repairs to maintain the efficient operation of the school's facilities and equipment.
Responsibilities
General Repair Planning & Project Management
Plan, develop, estimate, and control general repair projects, ensuring successful follow-up and completion.
Work with school administrators to align repair projects with overall school operations and needs.
Assist in the development and execution of an ongoing preventative maintenance program.
Plan, develop, and estimate general mechanical projects, recommending supplies and tools for the department.
Recommend Capital Project Fund planning and assist in the operation and planning of a preventative maintenance program.
Supervision & Leadership
Direct and control the daily development of the general mechanic and mechanic's helper staff.
Provide leadership and support to staff, fostering cooperation and positive performance outcomes. Assists in the supervision of the daily activities of the general mechanic and mechanic's helper staff, ensuring operations are performed according to established policies and procedures.
Assure that general mechanical operations are performed in accordance with approved policies and procedures.
Direct the entire general mechanic staff in a manner that assures satisfactory performance levels and provides positive assistance to improve departmental functions.
Respond to emergency calls as needed and maintain responsibility for departmental tools and equipment.
Material & Supplies Management
Develop specifications for general mechanic materials, tools, and supplies required for repairs and special projects.
Develop and submit specifications for general mechanic materials, supplies, tools, special projects, and emergency needs.
Recommend new maintenance products, materials, supplies, and tools to improve operational efficiency.
Assist with in-service training programs to improve staff knowledge and skills.
Cost Management & Estimation
Create and submit cost estimates, sketches, and bills of materials for general mechanic work, excluding emergency jobs.
Review cost statements for completed jobs, explaining variances when necessary.
Visit project sites to assess progress, identify additional maintenance needs, and ensure projects are on track.
Equipment & Fleet Management
Direct and control the specialized and heavy-duty equipment and vehicular fleet, ensuring proper maintenance and operation.
Operate heavy equipment such as loaders, graders, tractors, dump trucks, backhoes, and snow removal equipment.
Responsible for the tools and equipment assigned to the department.
Maintenance Tasks & Specialized Work
Perform a variety of maintenance tasks, including welding, concrete work, setting block or brick, tuck-pointing, and metal repairs.
Install and repair athletic equipment as required.
Install forms for sidewalks, drives, etc., with the ability to do finishing concrete work, repairing parking lots and floors as needed.
Laying sod, planting, trimming trees and shrubs, seeding, and fertilizing yards and fields.
Perform all repairs not completed by other trades and requested to be completed.
Read blueprints, specifications, and shop drawings to install equipment, playground materials, and other building items.
Work Order & Documentation Oversight
Oversee the work order system for the general mechanic department, ensuring proper filing and documentation.
Assure that all forms in the general mechanic department are properly filed.
Develop and submit specifications for general mechanic materials, supplies, tools, special projects, and emergency needs.
Collaboration & Communication
Collaborate with other maintenance staff and school administrators to prioritize and complete plumbing-related tasks.
Attend or present at professional meetings.
Other Duties
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Required Experience or Training: A high school education is required, with a minimum of two years of experience as a general mechanic or four years as a mechanic's helper, including two years in building and grounds maintenance. A valid CDL license is required, and the ability to lift up to 60 pounds is essential.
Desired Experience or Training: Six years of experience in the general mechanic field, including post-secondary training related to general repair, is preferred. Experience in project management and supervision is also beneficial.
Special Requirements: A general knowledge of construction trade methods and practices as they apply to school facilities. Ability to estimate and control maintenance costs and stimulate cooperation among subordinates and fellow employees. Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously are essential.
Position Type: Full-time
Positions Available: 1
Job Categories
Support Staff, Maintenance
