Maintenance Foreman Mechanical Shop Facilities Posting 30

  • Los Alamos Public Schools
  • Los Alamos, New Mexico
  • Full Time

Visa sponsorship is not available

Summary: The Maintenance Foreman- Mechanical Shop will work with the HVAC and Plumbing Departments to provide maintenance for the district's physical plant.

Qualification Requirements

  • Training or experience with Honeywell Building Automation
  • Three (3) years of experience in maintenance or repair of pumps, fans, compressors, and refrigerated systems.
  • Must possess or have ability to obtain within sixty (60) days of employment and must maintain a valid Class "D" New Mexico Driver's License.

Performance Responsibilities/Essential Duties

  • Oversees the supervision of personnel, which includes work allocation, and problem resolution; evaluates performance and makes recommendations for personnel actions; performs yearly evaluations of each employee under his/her supervision; motivates employees to achieve peak performance and productivity.
  • Provides information, resolves problems, and advises customers on products and/or services, ensuring customer satisfaction.
  • Performs and oversees the preventative maintenance and repairs on specialty equipment and have a working knowledge of the equipment.
  • Know how to read Mechanical blueprints to perform and oversee that work is done in accordance of job requirements of contractors/sub-contractors.
  • Working knowledge in the use of power tools, proper ladder usage, and equipment troubleshooting.
  • Ability to learn new systems and BAS controls equipment and manipulation of controls within safe parameters.
  • Must be able to get along with others and have good listening skills to help in diagnosing issues and aid in finding possible solutions.
  • Ability to gain and increase in knowledge of management skills of a crew of technicians to maximize productivity and efficiency.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Machines, Tools and Equipment: Personal computer, word processing skills, printer, calculator, copier, two-way hand-held radio system, and various machines associated with this trade.

Reasoning Ability: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.

Evaluation: Performance of this position will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board of Education's policy on evaluation of Classified Administrative Personnel.

Frequency: In the section that follow, the frequency categories are defined as follows:

Occasionally = 01 - 33% of the normal workday or class of actions

Frequently = 34 - 66% of the normal workday or class of actions

Continuously = 67 - 100% of the normal workday or class of actions

Working Positions, Postures and Skills

Sitting: Frequently - Desk work, riding, driving

Standing: Continuously - Training, observing, board work

Walking: Continuously - Course of everyday jobs

Bend/Squat/Stoop/Twisting: Frequently - Training, pre-tripping, chaining

Reach out and up/above shoulders: Occasionally - Training

Grasp, Manipulate, Motor Skills: Frequently - Driving, equipment operation, demonstrations

Head, Neck Movement/Flexibility: Frequently - Driving, training

Quick Reaction and Response: Occasionally - Driving emergency

Effort and Exertion

Lifting 0 - 50: Frequently - Training materials, equipment

Lifting: 50 - 70: Occasionally - Delivering disabled students and/or equipment

Lifting: 70+: Occasionally - Delivering/moving equipment

Carry: Same as lifting

Stamina/Endurance for extended hours: Occasionally checking snow conditions, emergencies, meetings

Pushing, Pulling: Occasionally - Wheel chairs, C.P.R. demos, chaining

Environmental Conditions

Toxic Materials: Occasionally - Diesel fuel, solvents and cleaners

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Noise/Vibrations: Frequently - Engine noise, operation

Operate Motor Vehicle: Frequently - Cars, trucks, buses

Ladders/Elevated Position: Occasionally - Checking buses and equipment

High Altitudes: Continuously

Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly is required to sit, walk and stand; have manual and finger dexterity; stoop, and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to climb stairs, heights and ladders. The employee is occasionally required to crawl, reach above shoulder level, crouch, kneel, balance, push/pull, and carry. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds with the assistance of another person or appropriate equipment.

This position is covered under the Department of Transportation (DOT), Anti-Drug and Alcohol Act pursuant to the Pipeline Safety and Commercial Drivers License Regulations, covering random, post-accident, pre-hire, and return to duty testing.

Work Environment: Work is generally performed in an office and an outdoors setting with a high noise level. Exposure to natural weather conditions with high exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises. Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, and requires following basic safety precautions. Travel, attendance at various meetings, on-site response to emergency situations and work outside of the normal business hours may be required.

Starting at $22.46 Hour.

1.00 FTE- 8 hour shift, 40 hour week.

249 work contract- July 1 to June 30

9 paid Holidays, and 11 non contract work days

Job ID: 472142272
Originally Posted on: 4/5/2025

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