Foreman Trades

Date Revised: 10/03/2017

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job title: Foreman Trades

Job Category: Non-Exempt

PCLS: 60072

Salary Grade: H

Summary

Incumbents in the Foreman Trades position coordinate and oversee work assignments to maintain, repair, and sustain the aesthetic and functional qualities of USU facilities.

Reporting and Supervisory Responsibilities

This classification trains and oversees personnel, including hiring, firing, performance evaluations, work allocation, and problem resolution.

Typical Functions

1. Ensures the effective and efficient allocation of labor, materials, equipment, and monies reflecting accountability and the highest quality work at the lowest possible price.

2. Ensures relevant policies, procedures, and laws are implemented.3. Participates in the interview process and assesses, develops, and provides training for new and

existing employees.4. Manages the shop budget to meet established guidelines.5. Prioritizes expenditures and assists in the preparation of capital and operations budgets.6. Maintains inventory of supplies; makes and/or recommends purchases to meet the operation,

maintenance, repair, and construction needs.7. Estimates, plans, and schedules remodeling projects and service requests to ensure timely,

efficient, and quality completion.8. Organizes and conducts staff meetings.9. Monitors employee work schedules; approves time off and approves payroll.10. Participates in the planning and design/specification review of new facilities to ensure efficiency

and code compliance.11. Analyzes technical problems and decides course of action for repair.12. Assists in developing and administering preventive maintenance programs, including scheduling

and assignment of personnel.13. Develops, informs, and trains employees on new work methods and procedures, safety

regulations, work policies, codes, and standards.14. Maintains and monitors various records and reports to evaluate and track the progress and

efficiency of shop activities.

1

Foreman Trades

Date Revised: 10/03/2017

JOB DESCRIPTION

15. Ensures that customers’ needs and expectations are met by overseeing the timely completion of work.

16. Coordinates and participates in meetings and committees to enhance and develop the Facilities department.

17. Performs direct labor as a working member of the shop team.18. Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

1. Skilled in mathematical computations.2. Basic computer skills.3. Exceptional customer service skills, including resolving complaints and/or concerns.4. Knowledge of supervisory principles, practices, and techniques.5. Skilled at estimating time and material requirements for projects.6. Knowledge of the tools, equipment, and material common to the shop trade.7. Knowledge of budget planning.8. Ability to foster a cooperative work environment.9. Ability to develop and maintain recordkeeping systems and procedures.10. Ability to supervise and train staff.11. Knowledge of supplies, equipment, and services ordering and inventory control.12. Ability to monitor and maintain quality control standards.13. Knowledge of organizational structure, workflow, and operating procedures.14. Knowledge of laws, regulations, codes, methods, and techniques in area of specialty.15. Ability to work independently and as a team member.16. Ability to assess operational requirements and to plan and organize work flow patterns and

schedules.17. Ability to analyze and solve problems.

Minimum Qualifications

Eight years of experience in a trade is required. Incumbent must possess Journeyman status in his/her particular trade.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

This position requires moderate physical effort. Employees must have sufficient strength to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position, including lifting up to 25 pounds, walking and standing. Employees must adhere to safety precautions and may be required to use protective equipment.

Fundamental Abilities

2

Foreman Trades

Date Revised: 10/03/2017

JOB DESCRIPTION

Within the scope and complexity of each position’s responsibilities, each incumbent is expected to possess and demonstrate the following abilities:

1. Communicating : Communicates effectively both verbally and in writing. 2. Problem solving : Analyzes information and evaluates results to select the best solution and solve

problems. 3. Monitoring : Measures performance of self; makes improvements and takes appropriate

corrective action.4. Critical Thinking : Comes to well-reasoned conclusions, solutions, and approaches to problems.5. Team Building : Works to create a team-based environment. Consistently demonstrates

cooperative behavior with colleagues, supervisors, and customers.6. Active Listening : Gives full attention when others are speaking; listens to understand, asks

questions as appropriate, and does not interrupt.7. Service Orientation : Actively seeks opportunities to help others.8. Conflict Resolution : Acts professionally when encountering customers who, at times, may be

frustrated or threatening.

Core Characteristics

As representatives of Utah State University and primary contributors to its mission, all employees are expected to demonstrate the following characteristics:

1.

2. Take initiative3. Maintain confidentiality.4. Be accountable.5. Behave ethically.6. Be honest and trustworthy.7. Demonstrate a strong work ethic.

8. Be inquisitive.9. Be detail oriented.10. Be self-motivated.11. Efficiently manage multiple tasks.12. Be a team player.13. Be committed to improving USU.

Disclaimer This position description indicates the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to the position.

3

Foreman Trades

Date Revised: 10/03/2017

JOB DESCRIPTION

4