Sunday, 27 July 2014

MAINTENANCE FOREMAN JOB

JOB   SUMMARY: The   job of Maintenance Foreman was established for the purpose/s of providing   onsite supervision of custodial crews ; maintaining an attractive, sanitary   and safe facility for members, students, staff and public; communicating   information in response to inquiries; providing equipment and furniture   arrangements for meetings, classroom activities, and events; and maintaining   facilities to minimize facility deterioration and damage. Also to perform   building maintenance, preventative maintenance and any duties assigned by the   Engineer or MOD.

Job   Description  /  Essential Functions
  •   Working knowledge of pool operations   (backwashing procedures and chemical treatment). CPO/AFO/CPT
  •   Performs building   maintenance and repair involving basic plumbing, electrical, and carpentry   work
  •   Operate and perform maintenance on   commercial heating and air conditioning equipment
  •   Inspect equipment for proper operation and   take readings such as temperature, oil level, and pressure
  •   Test water in boiler/chiller or circulating   system and add chemical to maintain proper level of treatment
  •   Perform plumbing repairs such as unstopping   lines and drains
  •   Replace faucets, flush valves, and water   lines
  •   Perform basic electrical maintenance and   repair
  •   Replace light bulbs and ballasts
  •   Replace electrical switches or outlets
  •   Perform a variety of carpentry tasks related   to building maintenance, repair, or construction
  •   Operate tools and equipment   according to established safety procedures
  •   Responsible for upkeep of all painted wall   surfaces
  •   Responsible for pool scrubbing of floors and   gutter on a scheduled basis
  •   Assist engineer with mechanical work as requested
  •   Assist with filter changes of air-handling   units
  •   Make repairs to pumps, moors, plumbing,   electrical, and HVAC systems in the building
  •   Responsible for building supervision when   engineer is not available
  •   Arranges furnishings and   equipment (e.g. desks, chairs, tables) for the purpose of providing adequate   preparations for meetings, classroom activities and special events (ECE,   Girls Inc., Heath & Fitness, Administration, HR and others)
  •   Cleans facilities that may   require a combination of sweeping, scrubbing, polishing, mopping, dusting,   vacuuming and/or scraping tasks dependent on the need within assigned areas   (kitchen, classrooms, offices, restrooms, sidewalks, grounds, parking lots,   drinking fountains, waste receptacles, fitness center, conference rooms,   mechanical rooms) for the purpose of maintaining a sanitary, safe and   attractive environment required for daily operations. 
  •   Inspects facilities and   equipment (e.g. playground equipment, building security, graffiti) for the   purpose of ensuring that the site is suitable for safe operations, maintained   in an attractive and clean condition, and/or identifying necessary repairs   due to vandalism, equipment breakage, weather conditions, etc.
  •   Maintains supplies and   equipment (e.g. cleaning solutions, paper products, vacuums, mops and   supplies) for the purpose of ensuring the required items are available as   needed to perform cleaning functions and safety
  •   Monitors all areas of the   building both on stage and off stage for the purpose of identifying needs to   maintain site according to established standards, evaluating situations and   taking immediate action, and/or referring to other appropriate staff members   to ensure the safety of students, other staff and visitors
  •   Oversees the work   activities of assigned site custodial personnel for the purpose of ensuring   activities are completed within assigned timeframes and in compliance with   YWCA of Minneapolis standards
  •   Performs minor   installation, maintenance and/or repair activities of equipment, furniture   and fixtures (e.g. bookcases, whiteboards, vacuum cleaner belts, light bulbs,   clogged drains, soap dispensers, paper towel dispensers, toilet paper   dispensers) for the purpose of ensuring proper functioning and usability of   items or determining the need to report to appropriate administrative and/or   maintenance personnel
  •   Replenishes supplies in   assigned areas/or other areas when assigned (e.g. paper towels, soap) for the   purpose of ensuring adequate quantities are available for daily use
  •   Responds to immediate   safety, health and/or security concerns (e.g. injured parties, vandalism,   graffiti, equipment breakage, furniture and fixture damage, unauthorized   visitors, alarms, parking lot traffic, removal of pests and stray animals)   for the purpose of taking appropriate action to resolve immediate issues   including notification to appropriate administrative and maintenance   personnel .
  •   Responds to students, other   site personnel and visitors for the purpose of providing information and   direction regarding activities, safety issues and/or proper maintenance of   facilities and/or equipment
  •    Responds to students, teachers, other site   personnel, visitors, subcontractors and other vendors for the purpose of   providing information and direction regarding activities, safety issues   and/or maintenance of facilities and/or equipment
  •   Schedules facilities work   activities (e.g. strip/wax floors, moves furniture) for the purpose of   completing in a timely manner with minimal disruption to building operations
  •   Provide training and   orientation to all custodians in safety procedures and proper use of tools and   equipment

Other   Functions
  •   Attends scheduled unit   meetings and in-service training (e.g. blood borne pathogens, cleaning   procedures, use of solvents, floor care, new products) for the purpose of   gathering information required to perform job functions
  •   Delivers a variety of items   (e.g. supplies, mail, packages, furniture) for the purpose of distributing   materials to the appropriate parties in a timely manner
  •   Performs other related   duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective   functioning of the facilities department





RELATIONSHIPS:
This   position reports directly to the Maintenance Engineer who reports to the   General Manager. This position will provide work assignments to Facilities   Custodians and will conduct inspections of their areas. This position will   work in conjunction with the Senior Facilities Custodian to identify and   resolve any facility related issues. The incumbent will interact with YWCA   staff, members, guests, and MOD’s



QUALIFICATIONS:
Required:
      
  • High School Diploma        or general education
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  • Minimum of two years’        experience in maintenance and repair
  •   Working knowledge of pool   operations (backwashing procedures and chemical treatment).
  •   Experience   using floor care equipment
  •   Knowledge of   safe working practices and good customer relations skills


Preferred:
  •   Technical certification a   plus
  •   Environment Protection   Agency (EPA) HVAC/R Type 1 and Type 2 certification
  •   Basic knowledge of HVAC and   refrigeration, electrical and plumbing
    •   Ability to maintain/repair various types of   electrical equipment
    •   CPO/AFO/CPT Certified
      
  • Previous experience        in providing work direction to cleaning crews








PHYSICAL   DEMANDS:
The usual and customary methods   of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: significant   lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some climbing and balancing;   frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine   finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 5% sitting, 70% walking, and 25%   standing. The job is performed under some temperature extremes and in   hazardous conditions. Occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particle,   toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme heat, and risk of electrical shock.  Frequently be required to lift and carry up   to 50 lbs.


ADDITIONAL   NOTES: This   job description represents the major functions but is not intended to be   all-inclusive. 


Required Skills 


Required Experience 


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