Foreman, Mechanical Maintenance II - Public Works; Mechanical Maintenance - J03040

Overview

SUMMARY: Plans, directs, and coordinates activities concerned with the maintenance and modification of equipment and machinery in County facilities and repairs all additions to county buildings. Supervises personnel engaged in regular and preventive maintenance; maintains spare parts; and tests new machinery. The employee is required to be on duty before, during, and after natural disasters and emergencies, as directed by the supervisor.

include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Supervises maintenance of plant buildings and coordinates requirements.
• Oversees maintenance schedules for equipment and machinery.
• Supervises a crew which is engaged in regular and preventive maintenance of county courthouse, county buildings and two jails.
• Maintains an inventory of spare parts available for maintenance purposes.
• Duties include working and/or supervising work in a jail environment.

Tests newly installed machines and equipment to ensure fulfillment of contract specifications.

Directly supervises 4 to 5 employees in the mechanical maintenance division. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

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.

Any employee who drives a vehicle on official business must have a driving record which meets standards set by the County and the County's insurance carrier.

Minimum qualifications include:
1) high school diploma or general education degree (GED); plus
2) five years of experience in commercial heating/air conditioning; plus
3) five years of experience in industrial electrical systems (including electrical blueprint reading). Alternatively, any equivalent combination of education and experience.

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedures manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization.

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

Must have EPA certification. Must have a valid Texas driver's license. Must pass a criminal background check.

The employee must have knowledge of:

• 3-phase systems/controls, commercial plumbing systems, high-rise buildings, and mechanical blueprint reading (A/C, plumbing, electrical, etc.).

• commercial and residential air conditioning (water chillers and air cool systems).

• pumps, 3-phase motors, mechanical seals, and high voltage (480V, 277V) systems.

• steam boiler operations, controls, and safety switches.

• water treatment, boilers, and cooling towers.

• national electrical code.

• pneumatic systems and controls (e.g., Johnson, Honeywell, RP908A, RP908B, etc.).

Must have a basic working knowledge of personal computers. Must have ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other county employees and officials.

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 stand; walk; and use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or…