Electrical Department Foreperson, Low Voltage Department Facilities Management Georgetown University

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Electrical Department Foreperson, Low Voltage Department - Facilities Management - Georgetown University

Job Overview

The Electrical Department Foreperson supports the University electrical maintenance team's operations by functioning as a working foreperson in duties that include overseeing and participating in construction, installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical systems and electrical components of HVAC, plumbing and other systems. Duties include but are not limited to:

• Interpret blueprints, specifications, details, and instructions, working alongside team members to complete tasks; plan and schedule work based on individual skill levels and project needs; and provide input to the supervisor regarding employee performance and conduct.
• Understand and follow industry safety practices while performing daily tasks; and apply good general knowledge of building mechanical/electrical/plumbing system operations and use of industry standard tools and test equipment.
• Apply the knowledge and skills required to troubleshoot and repair residential/industrial/commercial level electrical systems and electrical components of HVAC, plumbing and other systems.
• Work independently to assess and diagnose system concerns and develop a repair project scope, collaborating as needed with other trades, contractors, vendors, University departments and stakeholders.
• Order parts, tools and supplies from various vendors, verify orders on arrival, prepare estimates/cost sheets for projects, and assist with budget planning.
• Employ strong leadership skills in planning and managing work, and in training new low voltage shop employees.
• Make proficient use of computer programs to generate spreadsheets, read blueprints, and perform other related tasks.
• Apply experience with meeting vendors and contractors to scope out work, request proposals, and schedule the work.
• Use experience with CMMS programs to tracking work order completion, run reports for aging work orders, and work with the supervisor on planning work order assignments for shop.

Work Interactions

Reporting directly to the Supervisor of the Low Voltage Department, the Electrical Department Foreperson provides is a direct service to the department, ensuring a comfortable, safe and clean environment in which the University community can live, learn and work.

They work primarily mainly with Facilities Management staff members, but as work is performed, they interact with students, faculty, staff and visitors as they traverse the campus. They work cooperatively with fellow employees and building occupants to assure work is completed on time and according to specified plans.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency
• Written proof of completion of an approved four-year electrical apprenticeship program or equivalent training and 8000 hours of work experience in the electrical trade
• At least 5 years of experience of continuous electrical shop leadership
• Completion of an approved 4-year electrical apprenticeship program
• Possession of a valid driver license
• Ability to qualify as a university authorized driver

Work Mode: On Campus. Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University. Such review may necessitate a change to a position's mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown University's mode of work designations for staff and AAP positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources Mode of Work Designation.

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Submission Guidelines:

Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any position at Georgetown University you must submit a cover letter and resume for each position of interest for which you believe you are qualified. These documents are not kept on file for future positions.

Need Assistance:

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Need some assistance with the application process? Please call 202-687-2500. For more information about the suite of benefits, professional development and community involvement opportunities that make up Georgetown's commitment to its employees, please visit the Georgetown Works website.

EEO Statement:

Georgetown University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer fully dedicated to achieving a diverse faculty and staff. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, and sexual orientation), disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Benefits:

Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options. You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website.

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements:

The Georgetown University community is committed to our public health approach and the important role that vaccines play in contributing to the safety of our University and our broader communities. Georgetown University requires students, faculty, staff and visitors to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and to have received a COVID-19 vaccine booster shot when eligible, or to have an approved medical or religious exemption. This requirement applies to all faculty and staff, including teleworking employees. Complete details and updates can be found in the Coronavirus (COVID-19) Resource Center.


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