Maintenance Foreman (Internal Maintenance Staff Only)

Maintenance Department Assistant

Only current employees within the maintenance department may apply

Key Responsibilities:

Assists in assigning, reviewing, prioritizing, monitoring, and closing maintenance work orders based on urgency, safety, operational impact, and school needs.

Assists in adjusting work priorities and reallocating resources in response to emergency requests, changing conditions, and operational needs.

Assists in monitoring preventive maintenance activities, schedules, equipment, building systems, warranties, and related facility records.

Conducts or assists with periodic facility inspections to identify maintenance, safety, operational, and facility concerns and communicates needed corrective action.

Assists the Director of Facilities and Construction with the daily coordination and operation of the Maintenance Department.

Provides guidance and direction to maintenance employees regarding work assignments, priorities, procedures, and safety expectations as assigned by the Director of Facilities and Construction.

Coordinates and monitors outside contractors and vendors performing work on School Division property, including site visits, scheduling, work progress, quality, and compliance with established requirements.

Assists in coordinating projects to ensure work is performed in accordance with approved plans, specifications, schedules, and contractual requirements.

Participates in project meetings, inspections, and final walk-throughs; monitors punch-list completion and communicates unresolved issues to appropriate personnel.

Assists in obtaining and maintaining project closeout documentation, including warranties, operation and maintenance information, manuals, as-built drawings, estimates, schedules, and other required documentation.

Orders or assists in ordering parts, materials, tools, and supplies in accordance with School Division purchasing procedures.

Promotes compliance with School Division safety procedures and applicable safety requirements; reports accidents, injuries, hazardous conditions, and other safety concerns in accordance with established procedures.

Maintains effective communication with school administrators, department supervisors, maintenance employees, vendors, contractors, and division personnel regarding work orders, schedules, priorities, projects, and operational concerns.

Promotes positive and professional working relationships and responds to questions and concerns in a timely, service-oriented manner.

Participates in department meetings, safety training, inspections, and other assigned activities and performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Director of Facilities and Construction or appropriate administrator.

Qualifications:

High school diploma or GED; trade school certification or specialized license (electrical, HVAC, plumbing) is preferred, but not required. Must have a valid driver's license and a clean Department of Motor Vehicles record. The ability to obtain OSHA 30 within the first 90 days is required.