Maintenance Foreman, Electrical

Are you a skilled electrical professional with a passion for leadership and precision?

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Duke Research Facilities is seeking a Maintenance Foreman, Electrical to supervise and actively participate in critical corrective and preventative maintenance operations.

In this hands-on leadership role, you'll ensure the reliability and safety of our cutting-edge research environments and associated facilities buildings, systems, and related equipment, while collaborating closely with fellow supervisors and management to drive operational success.

Work Arrangement - On-site

Anticipated Pay Range - Duke University provides an annual base salary range for this position as USD $28.88 to USD $45.83. Duke University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position; candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills; internal peer equity; as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.

Your total compensation goes beyond the dollars on your paycheck. Duke provides comprehensive and competitive medical and dental care programs, generous retirement benefits, and a wide array of family- friendly and cultural programs to eligible team members.

Learn more at: https://hr.duke.edu/benefits/

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Training - High school diploma or general education degree (GED) or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience - Six (6) to eight (8) years of experience required as an electrician or maintenance electrician experience is preferred.

Supervisory skills and experience are required.

Certificate, License, Registrations

Valid N.C. driver's license and a driving history acceptable under the guidelines of the Safe Driving Policy required.

Electrical or plumbing license, journeymen level or similar electrical or plumbing training is required.

Electrical Technology certificate/degree or acceptable training is required for this position.

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Skills

• Must have knowledge of OSHA, State and Local Codes, and NFPA standards; good communication and leadership skills required. Computer skills are required including knowledge and experience with Word and Excel. Supervisory skills required.
• Must have working knowledge of the NEC (National Electrical Code) and NFPA70E Electrical Safety. The Foreman will be expected to stay current with these codes and compliance for Healthcare Facilities.
• Must have excellent customer service skills. Ability to handle customer complaints respectfully, Communicates and follows up with customers on requests and work performed by E&O. Goes the extra mile to engage with the customer.
• Must be proficient with computer skills and knowledge of various programs such as excel, word, power point. Knowledge of card access management systems is desired.

Hours - The Supervisor position is primarily first shift Monday-Friday but will be expected to work after-hours and weekends as necessary. Answering phone calls and providing support after-hours, weekends and holidays is required.

Qualifications - To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Supervise and participate in corrective maintenance, preventative maintenance and repair activities within assigned areas of Duke research facilities. Work effectively in a team environment with constant communication and collaboration with other Supervisors and Management.
• Plan and schedule work for the group ensuring proper distribution of assignments and adequate staffing, space, equipment and supplies for adequate performance of duties. Continually monitor and manage assets, corrective maintenance and preventative maintenance. Run reports to ensure work is being completed in a timely manner. Communicate work load on a regular basis with the Manager.
• Establish, maintain and update the preventive maintenance program within assigned area of responsibility. Responsible for compliance and documentation of assigned systems.
• Conduct periodic inspections of buildings and equipment to determine repair needs; establish and maintain liaison with customers within assigned areas regarding maintenance requirements to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Inspect completed work to ensure 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 NFPA, OSHA and other state and federal 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 ensure compliance with applicable regulations and codes.
• Supervise various personnel actions including, but not limited to, scheduling, training, hiring, promotions, performance evaluations, corrective action, and termination.
• Prepare reports and analyses setting forth progress, trends and appropriate recommendations.

Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

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.

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