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MAINT FOREMAN
Job Title: MAINT FOREMAN
Job Code: 0899
FLSA: N
Job Level: 12
Revised Date: 01/01/2008
Job Family: JF 22
Occupational Summary
Supervise and participate in the maintenance and repair of Hospital and Medical Center buildings, systems, and related equipment.
Work Performed
Supervise and participate in maintenance and repair activities within assigned areas of the Hospital and Medical Center; may be responsible for multiple trades, such as electrical, electronics, communications, plumbing, carpentry, or general maintenance.
Plan and schedule work for the group ensuring proper distribution of assignments and adequate staffing, space, equipment and supplies for adequate performance of duties.
Establish and maintain a preventive maintenance program within assigned area of responsibility.
Conduct periodic inspections of buildings and facilities to determine repair needs; establish and maintain liaison with customers within assigned areas regarding maintenance requirements to ensure customer satisfaction.
Inspect completed work to ensue compliance with applicable federal, state and local codes; direct and follow-up any required rework or modifications.
Ensure that employees are properly trained to perform duties; ensure a safe work environment; ensure compliance with Medical Center and JCAHO safety regulations.
Advise management of general condition of facilities and equipment and any unusual problems or concerns that may arise; make recommendations for improvements or upgrades of facilities for budget planning.
Ensure appropriate documentation of maintenance and repair records to ensue compliance with applicable regulations and codes.
Supervise various personnel actions including, but not limited to, hiring, promotions, performance evaluations, scheduling, and training. Prepare reports and analyses setting forth progress, trends and appropriate recommendations.
Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this classification. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required of personnel so classified.
Required Qualifications at this Level
Education/Training
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience
Six to eight years of experience required either in a specific field or in general building maintenance and repair; supervisory skills and experience required.
OR AN EQUIVALENT COMBINATION OF RELEVANT EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
Skills
CERTIFICATE, LICENSE, REGISTRATIONS Valid N.C. driver's license and a driving history acceptable under the guidelines of the Safe Driving Policy required; license or certification in a related trade will be required if assignment is to a specific discipline where license is available, such as electrical or plumbing.
COMMUNICATION SKILLS Ability to communicate effectively, both oral and written, with employees, management and customers. Ability to read and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization. Ability to communicate effectively and respond appropriately in routine and emergency situations. Must respect the privacy of patients and maintain the confidentiality of any patient information related to their treatment. Ability to complete daily records, logs, time sheets, and required reports.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and antis and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to climb ladders and is routinely required to climb stairs. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally be exposed to high, precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk or electrical shock. Because of these potential exposures, the employee is required to attend all related safety training sessions and follow/comply with all appropriate safety guidelines. The noise level is moderate.
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative and level of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.
Duke University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.
Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas-an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.
Essential Physical Job Functions
Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.
