Maintenance Foreman- 1.0 FTE

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description.

Maintenance Foreman

Job Class Code: 7441

Position Type: Hourly

Job Type: Classified

Pay Grade * : G 13

(*salary calculations are based on verified education and related experience levels)

Reports To: Superintendent’s Designee

Supervises: Assigned Staff

Work Calendar Name: 12 month hourly FT

Days in work calendar: 256

JOB SUMMARY

Schedule and direct a crew of Maintenance Technicians involved in one or more craft specialties; train and provide work direction and guidance while performing work in one
or more of the skilled trades.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Schedule and direct a crew of Maintenance Technicians involved in craft specialties.
• Provide training, work direction and guidance while performing work in one or more of the skilled trades.
• Assist supervisor in scheduling work and determining needs for equipment and supplies.
• Report to supervisors regarding work completed referring unusual technical or personnel issues to the supervisor.
• Provide input to performance reviews; monitor work of assigned crew members.
• Perform a variety of skilled work in the maintenance and repair of District facilities and equipment; prioritize, schedule, assign and coordinate the work of assigned staff to accomplish a wide variety of duties related to the building trades.
• Construct, rebuild and repair District equipment and facilities including various wood and metal structures, equipment and furniture; prepare surfaces for painting and varnishing and apply surface coverings as required.
• Perform various refrigeration, plumbing and heating-related duties; cut, thread, assemble and lay pipe; assist in the purchase, installation, repair and maintenance of various plumbing, heating and air conditioning fixtures; perform welding and metal fabrication; diagnose and repair electronic ignition systems for heaters, furnaces and hot water heaters.
• Assure compliance with appropriate safety practices and procedures and with applicable federal, State and local codes, regulations and requirements. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (CONT.):
• Operate a variety of equipment and machines including saws, drill presses and various hand and power tools to perform repair and maintenance work; maintain tools and equipment in a safe, clean and proper working condition.
• Assist in the purchase, installation, maintenance and repair of electrical wiring and fixtures; perform troubleshooting to repair or replace fans and motors; perform repairs to motors, bells, clocks and lighting circuits and to communication and audio-visual equipment.
• Estimate cost of labor and materials for work orders; obtain competitive prices for equipment and supplies needed by the District.
• Perform a variety of skilled building maintenance including repairs to doors, windows, roofs and other building parts; construct or assemble furniture and other wood and metal structures; install and maintain grand master lock systems and electrical security systems.
• Perform skilled maintenance and repair on mechanical and electrical equipment; test and replace circuits; coordinate emergency repairs and large complex projects; troubleshoot and correct defective switches, receptacles, ballasts and other wiring; perform routine mechanical and electrical maintenance.
• Maintain various records related to labor, materials and work orders.
• Purchase tools, equipment and materials; operate light trucks to pick up and deliver equipment and supplies.
• Demonstrates the ability to communicate in more than one language or the willingness to learn to communicate in more than one language at the novice level of proficiency.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular attendance.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

• Scheduling, laying out and assigning work.
• Appropriate health and safety precautions and procedures.
• Technical aspects of field of specialty
• Proper methods of storing equipment, materials and supplies.
• Basic record-keeping techniques.
• Requirements of maintaining school buildings in a safe, clean and orderly condition.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or G.E.D. Certificate
• Four years experience in one or more of the skilled trades preferred.

Licenses or Certifications:

• Valid Kentucky driver's license.

Special Requirements:
N/A

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Work is performed while standing, sitting and/or walking.
• Requires the ability to communicate effectively using speech, vision and hearing.
• Requires the use of hands for simple grasping and fine manipulations.
• Requires bending, squatting, crawling, climbing, reaching.
• Requires the ability to lift, carry, push or pull medium weights, up to 75 pounds
• Requires activities involving being around moving machinery, exposure to marked changes in temperature and humidity, and exposure to dust, fumes and gases.

Job Description Creation Date:

01/1999

Revision Dates:

01/1999
07/2011
07/2012
12/2014
10/2024

The Fayette County Board of Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Superintendent shall adhere to a policy of equal employment opportunity in all personnel matters. No person shall be subjected to discrimination in regard to employment, retention, promotion, demotion, transfer or dismissal because of race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation or gender identity), genetic information, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, age or disabling condition or limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.