Physical Plant Maintenance/Trades Foreman

State of Delaware•Dover, DE

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Make a Difference with DHSS Our mission at the Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) is to improve the quality of life of Delaware citizens by promoting health and well-being, fostering self-sufficiency, and protecting vulnerable populations. We prioritize personal and family independence by assisting individuals and families in a variety of life areas. We offer numerous career opportunities and are dedicated to attracting and retaining highly talented individuals who are ready to make a difference in their community today. DHSS is a great place to kick-start your profession. For more information, please visit https://dhss.delaware.gov/dhss/ today! Summary Statement This class is involved in supervising the activities of trade, mechanical and/or semi-skilled and unskilled workers, scheduling preventive maintenance routine duties, and work of a difficult and complex nature; determining work priorities and providing solutions for unique and complex assignments.

Requirements

Three years experience in operating and maintaining a variety of equipment, hand and power tools used in trades fields such as plumbing, carpentry, painting or HVAC.
Three years experience in performing work in a variety of trades fields such as plumbing, carpentry, painting or HVAC.
Six months experience in estimating cost, time and materials for projects.
Six months experience in interpreting blueprints, schematics or technical drawings.
Knowledge of interpreting safety and building codes, laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
Knowledge of staff supervision acquired through course work, academic training, training provided through an employer, or performing as a lead worker overseeing the work of others; OR supervising staff which may include planning, assigning, reviewing, and evaluating the work of others; OR supervising through subordinate supervisors a group of professional, technical, and clerical employees.
Possession of a valid Driver's License (not suspended, revoked or cancelled, or disqualified from driving).

Responsibilities

Schedules on-going preventative or routine maintenance duties.
Assigns, supervises and participates in work involving all phases of painting, carpentry, plumbing, installation, repair and maintenance of systems and equipment, and other related duties.
Inspects job site, determines courses of action, directs staff and reviews assignments.
Schedules assignments, estimates cost, time and materials.
Maintains records and prepares reports.
May be required to diagram structural and/or mechanical modifications and heating work.