25-146 Preventative Maintenance Shop Foreman

West Chester, PA

1 DAYS AGO

21504989

Summary

West Chester, PA

$47766.00 - $47766.00 per Year

5 Years Experience

No formal schooling

No Commisssion

37.50 hours per week / Day Shift /Full-Time

Description

Position Summary

Join a vibrant campus community whose excellence is reflected in diversity and student success. West Chester University of Pennsylvania's Facilities Division invites applicants for the position of Preventative Maintenance Shop Foreman.

West Chester University, a member of the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education, is a public, comprehensive institution committed to offering high-quality undergraduate education, selected post-baccalaureate and graduate programs, and a variety of educational and cultural resources for its students, alumni, and citizens of southeastern Pennsylvania. We are a community of educators dedicated to developing graduates who succeed personally and professionally and contribute to the common good.

WCU proudly offers a positive and purposeful work environment; comprehensive employee benefits including health, vision, and dental insurance along with many wellness programs; a commitment to work-life balance including generous paid vacation, paid sick time, military leave and paid time off for most major holidays; and a University mission to support employee personal and professional growth including a tuition waiver for self and family members, training and development, and advancement opportunities.

The WCU Preventative Maintenance (PM) Shop Foreman will lead and manage a team which performs the regular and routine maintenance of equipment in WCU's educational and general buildings. Additionally, oversees all maintenance of Sykes Student Union and Student Recreation Center auxiliary buildings. The PM Shop Foreman will have a strong understanding of how buildings operate functionally and mechanically. The Foreman must have the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines required.

As the PM Shop Foreman, the candidate will be responsible for ensuring that all work is completed efficiently, safely, and to the highest quality standards. This foreman will work closely with faculty, staff, and their shop to deliver exceptional results on time and within budget. This role requires excellent leadership skills, attention to detail, and the ability to solve problems effectively. The shop's primary function is to minimize unplanned equipment failure and ensure optimal functionality of campus buildings.

The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of techniques, tools, and materials in multiple trades; Knowledge of the hazards and safety practices of trades; Knowledge of building automation systems and field components.

Responsibilities Include:

Ensure all assigned work meets quality and safety standards according to all state, federal & university codes and requirements.

Review work orders daily in CMMS. Assign, schedule & close out work orders with all necessary data.

Utilize a mobile device for accessing & completing work orders and maintenance workflows.

Lead, supervise & train a team of maintenance technicians of various skill sets, manage equipment, supplies & vehicles on various campus projects.

Submit project estimates of materials & labor hours from project plans, scope, blueprints and/or walkthroughs.

Resolve any issues or challenges that may arise on maintenance projects and within shop.

Collaborate with other shops and/or departments to identify and prioritize maintenance needs, ensuring minimal disruption to operations.

Locate, order and manage materials & supplies for assignments within the shop budget.

Prepare annual employee performance reviews on all assigned direct reports.

Install drywall, finish trowel or skim coat walls.

Inspect and operates HVAC equipment and machinery to determine that all are functioning properly.

Inspect connections and other parts of plumbing systems for leaks.

Examine and test elements of electrical systems to locate obvious faults, such as blown fuses, short circuits, broken wires, loose connections, and worn motor brushes.

Other duties as assigned.

As a member of the Facilities Divisional staff, this position is deemed essential. Essential employees must remain or report to work during partial or full day closings of the University due to hazardous road conditions, emergency circumstances or for other reasons.

Minimum Qualifications

Five years' experience as a lead worker or tradesman in construction work, including some experience in the operation of automotive equipment and light and heavy construction equipment; and such training as may have been gained through graduation from a standard high school or vocational school, including courses in mathematics

OR

Any equivalent combination of experience and training.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Thorough knowledge of methods, tools, and equipment used in construction and reconstruction work.

Thorough knowledge of traffic laws and safety rules pertaining to the operation of all equipment used in construction work.

Ability to use and instruct personnel in the use of construction tools and equipment.

Ability to plan work, do work assignments, and supervise a variety of tradesmen so as to obtain maximum efficiency.

Ability to prepare and maintain records and reports.

Ability to read construction plans and blueprints.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience as a maintenance supervisor or similar role.

Formal (technical school) training and education.

Special Instructions

Candidates should apply online at

Review of applications will begin immediately.

Applicants must successfully complete the interview process to be considered as a finalist.

All offers of employment are subject to and contingent upon satisfactory completion of all pre-employment background checks.

Developing and sustaining a diverse faculty and staff advances West Chester University's educational mission. West Chester University is an Affirmative Action - Equal Opportunity Employer.