Maintenance Foreman

Job Description – Maintenance Working Foreman (260000JL)

DO NOT APPLY ON MASS CAREERS. Applications submitted on Mass Careers will not be considered.

Facilities is accepting applications for a Maintenance Working Foreman (MWF) to oversee and participate in the work of employees engaged in the upkeep, maintenance, and repair of buildings and related structures, including painting, masonry, woodwork, and maintaining and repairing building utility systems such as heating, ventilating, air conditioning, and refrigeration. The MWF must be able to use power and small hand tools, and maintain records of work progress, materials, and equipment used.

The MWF must be available for emergency after‑hours and recall situations as needed and be able to work flexible hours; proper notification will be given.

Applicants must have at least two years of full‑time or equivalent part‑time experience in building maintenance, repair, and/or construction or in a building construction trade.

• Based on assignment, possession of a current and valid Massachusetts Class 3 Motor Vehicle Operator’s License may be required.
• Based on assignment, incumbents may be required to possess the appropriate certification or licensure as a pesticide applicator in accordance with the rules and regulations of the Massachusetts Pesticide Board of the Department of Food and Agriculture (Code of Massachusetts Regulations #333 1.00 through 10.00).

• Previous supervisory experience
• Ability to speak Portuguese or Spanish

This is an on‑site, in‑person position in Salem, MA with on‑campus responsibilities.

Salem State University complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. For accommodation information or requests please email eo-hr.

Employment is contingent upon a completed background and CORI check satisfactory to the university. This position is not eligible for H1B visa sponsorship.

The university considers all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy‑related condition or any other characteristic protected by law.

Salem State University does not partner with or accept candidates from outside staffing agencies. All hiring is managed directly by our internal Talent Acquisition team.