Foreperson - Electric Shop

Lubbock

42314BR

Ops Div Facilities Maintenance

Position Description

This position is responsible for the planning and organizing of work of journeyperson in an assigned trade, the development of material and labor estimates for proposed work, as well as the assigned trade shop budget, inventories, procedures and policies. Work is primarily evaluated for effective use of resources, accomplishment of assigned projects, and adherence to trade standards.

About the University

Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral/Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School. The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world.
About Lubbock:Referred to as the "Hub City" because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock's Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories.

Major/Essential Functions

• Plans, prepares and assigns work schedule each week in accordance with priority guidance. Assists Engineering
• Services and project managers on technical subjects. Prepares correspondence and reports and conducts studies
• Establishes preventive maintenance program for all new E&G systems. Schedules, maintains and documents E&G preventive/recurring maintenance program.
• Provides operational control, direction & management over the Electric shop work center to include: recurring maintenance to installed equipment, maintenance of all campus street lights, preventive maintenance programs, emergency response plans and repairs of emergency generators. Conducts a continual and formal on-the-job training program, including apprenticeship training program, designed to increase proficiency of assigned personnel
• Supervises and prepares all administrative/personnel actions within the assigned work center such as performance evaluations annually. Initiates disciplinary action and review/submit attendance reports.
• Evaluates job or project material requirements and prepares requisition for materials from supply warehouse or vendor.
• Reviews new construction project plans and prepares cost estimates.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Completion of Maintenance Management for First Line Supervisors course preferred, but not required. Technical training courses including, but not limited to, the electrical field preferred, but not required. Functional in computer software programs: Microsoft Word, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Excel and TMA preferred, but not required.
• Supervisory training courses preferred, but not required.
• Strong leadership skills, mature judgment, sound management ability and personal integrity.
• Excellent working knowledge & hands-on experience in the electrical field including working knowledge of natural gas & diesel engine-powered generator set to include: extensive background in troubleshooting, repairing & maintaining electrical systems TP600 volt & lower for electric generators.
• Excellent communication skills, both written & verbal, to deal with customers, shop personnel & other department personnel. Valid drivers' license & ability to operate motor vehicle.
• Must meet minimum physical fitness requirements.
• Dust mask respirator certification is not required when employee voluntarily chooses to wear dust mask respirator.

Required Qualifications

Proficiency in written and mathematical skills as may be reflected in the completion of high school or equivalent. Three years experience as a licensed journeyperson in the assigned trade; or six years experience in designated trade. Job-related vocational training and other education may substitute for required experience on a year-for-year basis. Thorough knowledge of the standard tools, equipment, materials, methods and practices of the assigned trade.

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum ten (10) years in the electrical field with a minimum of five (5) of the ten (10) years' experience in supervising

Safety Information

Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.

Does this position work in a research laboratory?

No

Optional Attachments

Professional/Personal Reference

Job Type

Full Time

Pay Basis

Hourly

Job Family

Facilities Operations

Job Sub Family

Skilled Crafts & Trades

Annualized Pay Range

$65,200 $84,800 $104,300

Hourly Pay Range

$31.35 - $40.77 - $50.14

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan by visiting www.depts.ttu.edu/hr/payplan.

Travel Required

Up to 25%

Shift

Day

Schedule Details

overtime/call back as needed

Grant Funded?

No

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.