Foreman (Building Maintenance Foreman)
Job Code
Grade
Bargaining Unit
JCV609
6
Local 3908 - Bernalillo County Supervisors (FRMN)
Hourly
As Hourly
As Annual
25.97 - 32.63 - 41.04 USD Hourly
$25.97 - $32.63 - $41.04
$54,017.60 - $67,870.40 - $85,363.20
POSITION SUMMARY
Under general direction, responsible for oversight of various construction projects, general building maintenance projects, and renovation of new and existing buildings; prepare time, cost, and materials estimates, and schedule all building maintenance jobs and related custodial work. Coordinate maintenance and custodial employees, and schedule operations and projects.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Plan and schedule projects, minor interior and exterior repair tasks of skilled and semi-skilled workers.
2. Assist in the development of budget; order and purchase materials; monitor expenditures and project costs; and prepare monthly reports.
3. Provide cost analysis for remodeling projects to departments.
4. Schedule daily, weekly and monthly routine maintenance and custodial functions for all areas maintained.
5. Inspect work at various sites daily to ensure work orders are properly completed as assigned.
6. Order and control inventory of equipment, materials and supplies at building maintenance shop and/or job sites.
7. Coordinate training of employees in the proper operation of equipment, machines and power tools.
8. Perform a wide variety of tasks requiring skill in the building trades including carpentry, painting, electrical, plumbing and custodial work.
9. Recommend major and minor repairs or development needs and provide technical assistance in new and existing construction facilities.
10. Submit written work order progress reports upon request.
11. Assist in the development of policies and procedures.
12. Ensure OSHA compliance and safety of workers and the general public.
13. Resolve on-site difficulties and ensure smooth work operations.
14. May assist maintenance workers in completing work tasks and in the repair of equipment and tooling.
15. Perform other job related duties as required or assigned.
*The above information on this job description has been designed to indicate 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 inventory of all duties and responsibilities required of all employees assigned to this job.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor Degree in Construction Technology, Engineering Technology or related field plus thee (3) years experience in maintenance and/or construction; OR any related combination of education from an accredited college or university or related experience in this occupation totaling seven (7) years may substitute for the required education and experience and may be interchangeable on a year for year basis.
Current NM Contractor's (GB 98) license preferred.
Employee must have a valid New Mexico driver's license by employment date and maintain a valid NM driver's license while employed in this position.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
1. The offer of this Bernalillo County position requires compliance with the following:
2. Employee must successfully complete the post-offer employment medical examination and background investigation.
3. Employee must comply with the safety guidelines of the County.
4. Copies of contractor's license(s) must be provided at time of application.
5. Employee must complete required FEMA training(s) as assigned to position.
WORKING CONDITIONS
1. Duties are performed both indoors and outdoors.
2. Indoor duties are performed in a temperature-controlled environment. Workers exposed to natural weather conditions, which may be severe, while performing outdoor duties.
3. Worker is exposed to occasional vibration and noise factors while performing maintenance and repair duties.
4. Indoor duties are performed on an even surface, which may be carpet, tile or concrete. Indoor surfaces are typically dry. Outdoor duties may be performed on even or uneven surfaces, which may be dry or wet. Outdoor duties may be performed on surfaces such as concrete, asphalt, natural ground, ice, snow, gravel, or shingled roof. Climbing stairs, ladders, and scaffolds in the performance of duties is required both indoors and outdoors.
5. Worker is exposed to fumes/odors from the use of paint and chlorine. Worker may be exposed to dust and mists in the performance of certain outdoor duties.
6. Work hazards, or potential work hazards, include climbing of ladders and scaffolds, exposure to severe weather conditions, exposure to electrical wiring and currents, heavy lifting, working on rooftops, and working on potentially slick surfaces, in addition to working around power tools.
EQUIPMENT, TOOLS, AND MATERIALS
1. Employee uses a wide variety of hand and power tools in the performance of duties.
2. Equipment used by employee includes ladder, scaffold, tape measure, dolly, hoist, tool box, volts/ohm/amp-meter, flashlight, keys, soldering torch, hydraulic lift, winches, cutting and braising torch, shovels, rakes, lawn mowers, snow removal machines, and painting equipment.
4. Supplies used by employee includes electrical parts, appliance parts, plumbing parts, fasteners of all types, adhesives, paints, solvents, gasoline, oil, and cleaning materials.
FUNCTIONAL ANALYSIS
**NOTE: You are not required to disclose information about physical or mental limitations that you believe will not interfere with your capability to do the job. On the other hand, if you want the employer to consider special arrangements to accommodate a physical or mental impairment, you may identify that impairment in the space provided and suggest the kind of accommodation that you believe would be appropriate.
MENTAL FUNCTIONS
1. Must be able to apply knowledge of basic mathematics in calculations and taking measurements.
2. Must be able to apply knowledge of tools, machines, materials, and methods used in the performance of duties.
3. Must be able to apply knowledge of electricity, plumbing, carpentry and general maintenance.
4. Must be able to organize and prioritize tasks.
5. Must be able to think clearly and make decisions, which may affect work activity.
6. Must be able to understand and communicate in English.
PHYSICAL FUNCTIONS
1. Must be able to lift up to an estimated 50 pounds from ground to waist level, from ground to shoulder level, and from ground to overhead as needed, typically no more than 5 times per day. Must be able to utilize hoists and dollies to move heavy equipment and supplies, weighing up to approximately 150 pounds.
2. Must be able to push and pull on an occasional basis from 25 to 50 pounds.
3. Must be able to climb stairs, ladders and scaffolding, as needed, up to an estimated total of 10 times per day.
4. Must be able to maintain balance while climbing and standing on ladder or scaffold.
5. Must be able to kneel for up to 1 hour at a time, and up to a total of 2 hours per day.
6. Must be able to crawl, crouch, or work in a prone or supine position for short periods of time, as needed.
7. Must be able to bend at the waist and twist/rotate waist as needed, on a frequent basis during the day, or up to 50 times total per day. Lifting may also be required while bending.
8. Must be able to work with arms extended or bent, as needed, up to a total of 8 hours per day.
9. Must be able to use hands and fingers to grasp/manipulate equipment and materials in a bilaterally coordinated manner.
10. Must be able to use finger dexterity in the performance of repair and maintenance of electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and general problems.
11. Must be able to coordinate use of hands and eyes.
12. Must have adequate senses of smell, hearing, and tactile sense.
13. Must be able to react quickly while performing duties to avoid accidents.
This position is safety sensitive. Employment is subject to a pre-employment and random drug testing in accordance with all terms and conditions of federal and state rules and regulations regarding alcohol and/or drug testing.
Revision:
8/21/2025 1:40:29 PM