Facilities Working Foreman - Falmouth, United States - Town of Falmouth, MA

Town of Falmouth, MA

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Falmouth, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

Location:

Facilities Maintenance, Falmouth, MA 02540

Department:

BLDG FAC MAINT

Division:

None

Job Status:

Full-Time

Shift:

6:00 AM 2:30 PM

Days:

Mon., Tue., Wed., Thu., Fri.

Hours Per Week:

The Town of Falmouth is seeking the next Working Foreman for our DPW Facilities Division. This position works 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, from 6 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., with the potential for call-back overtime opportunities.

Under the direction of the Facilities Manager, the Working Foreman supervises, directs, and performs manual work for the maintenance and construction of Town-owned buildings and structures.

This position establishes the daily work plan for 5-10 employees, trains and supervises these employees in custodial and general maintenance practices, and ensures that the work is performed safely and properly.

The Working Foreman may perform the duties of the Facilities Manager in his/her absence.

This position performs a variety of duties including but not limited to inspecting buildings and determining maintenance needs; maintaining heating and cooling systems; performing HVAC equipment maintenance; replacing lights and performing minor repairs to buildings and equipment; laying pipe in trenches; repairing windows and doors; performing carpentry work; polishing furniture, floors, and metal work; moving, setting up, and repairing furniture; opening and closing buildings; operating boilers; cleaning areas of Town-owned buildings including washrooms, toilets, and locker rooms; vacuuming; washing windows and floors; collecting and disposing of refuse; and requisitioning supplies and equipment.

The Working Foreman may also perform additional general maintenance activities such as painting, sanding walkways and stairs, and assisting with snow and ice removal.

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent and five (5) years of experience in public works construction and maintenance programs, at least two (2) of which were in a supervisory capacity; or any equivalent combination of education and experience.

Must have a valid MA Class C driver's license, the ability to drive Town-owned vehicles, and an MA hoisting engineer license.

Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check.

Applicants must have the ability to establish his/her own priorities, assign work to others, instruct them in appropriate procedures, oversee that the work is done correctly, and re-instruct the employees if necessary.

Applicants must also have the ability to effectively work and interact with individuals and groups of various abilities, cultures, backgrounds, and identities.

Must have a working knowledge of construction and maintenance procedures, knowledge of safety precautions pertinent to equipment operations, and the ability to operate power tools and hand tools.

This position requires routine moderate physical effort and intermittent heavy physical labor (i.e. lifting up to 100 lbs.), and the work is performed both indoors and outdoors, occasionally in adverse weather conditions. The Working Foreman may experience occasional exposure to hazards associated with construction sites and cramped spaces.

Starting Wage:

Expected starting range of Step 1 $28.36/hour to Step 4 $31.90/hour ($ $33.02/hour effective July 2024), commensurate with qualifications and experience, with room to advance along the 7-step pay scale.

Comprehensive benefits package.

The Town of Falmouth is proud to be an EEO/AA employer.