Structural Trades III / Structural Trades Supervisor

Fort Lewis College•Durango, CO

8d•$28•Onsite

About The Position

Physical Plant Services (PPS) supports the educational and public service programs of Fort Lewis College through the delivery of effective operational support, maintenance services and the management of the College’s facilities construction program The services are coordinated through the Service Center and are accomplished by Custodial Services, Electrical Systems and Electronic Equipment Maintenance, Grounds and Equipment Maintenance, Mechanical Systems Maintenance and Structural Maintenance work units. The Project, Design and Construction work unit plans projects and provides design and construction management services to support the facilities improvement and construction program. The Structural Maintenance work unit exists to maintain, repair and improve College facilities; provide support for college events; and activities; provide a safe and functional campus. Individual Structural Trades work unit staff members are skilled in the carpentry, general maintenance, roofing, painting, and locksmithing areas. The primary goal of the Structural Maintenance work unit is to provide services and facilities that create the best possible environment for teaching and learning at Fort Lewis College.

Requirements

Six (6) years of relevant experience in structural trades related to the work assigned to this position OR Education and Experience: A combination of related education, formalized apprenticeship program, and/or relevant experience in structural trades related to the work assigned equal to six (6) years.
Basic computer skills for timesheet entry, online training courses, work orders, emails and SDS sheets
Reading, writing and oral comprehension
Strong customer service skills
Strong interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Active listening skills
Flexibility and adaptability to meet ever changing demands
Ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel and crouch for extended periods of time
Ability to tolerate noise, vibration and work in inclement weather
Ability to respond appropriately to supervision
Follows policy and procedures and fully cooperates with supervisors and coworkers
Ability to work and communicate with internal and external customers to meet the needs in a polite, courteous and cooperative manner.
Committed to quality service
A final job offer is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of a criminal background check as a condition of employment.
All background checks will be conducted in accordance with Fort Lewis College policy.
A final job offer is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of a post offer evaluation of lifting abilities.
This is an essential services position and must be able to work during inclement weather, special events, and emergencies.
If the campus is closed due to inclement weather, this position must be able to get to work on time to assist with weather emergencies.
Must possess and maintain a valid driver license.
Must be in possession of the license at the time of application.
A final job offer is contingent upon the satisfactory review of the driving record by the College insurance agent and the satisfactory driving record must be maintained throughout employment in order to drive a campus vehicle.
Must be able to exert 100 lbs of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 lbs of force frequently, and/or 20 lbs of force constantly to move objects.
Must work in proximity to moving, mechanical parts.
May encounter exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals
Works with the following environmental conditions: Exposure to weather, extreme cold, extreme heat, wet and/or humid conditions, noise, vibration and atmospheric conditions such as fumes, noxious odors, dusts, mists, gases, and poor ventilation, that affects the respiratory system, eyes or the skin.

Nice To Haves

Work experience in a higher education institution
Work experience with an online work order system
Supervisory experience
Department budget experience including procurement card experience

Responsibilities

Supervise the ongoing operations of the staff assigned to the Structural Maintenance work unit.
Evaluate needs, establish objectives, set priorities, assign and direct the efforts of assigned personnel in response to requests from other College work units.
Evaluate the performance of the assigned staff in their duties in accordance with the requirements of the College and the State of Colorado.
Approve timesheets as well as leave requests.
Develop and maintain an ongoing work related and safety-training program for employees which includes the use of PPE (personal protection equipment).
Interview and hire new employees following state and college policies and procedures.
Resolve personnel issues.
Administer personnel actions through the Appointing Authority following State of Colorado Department of Personnel Administration rules in conjunction with the Office of Human Resources.
Maximize the utilization of the Work Order system for the assignment of tasks and processing of costs.
Plan and accomplish general construction and renovation projects utilizing structural trades, other PPS staff, and/or contracted labor.
Identify and initiate the development of College funded projects required to maintain and improve the condition of College facilities.
Establish the project scope of the work, preparing a cost estimate and preparing documentation required to justify the work.
Coordinates work orders and special events to best meet the needs of the campus on a consistent basis.
Maintain an ongoing roof maintenance program.
Direct and manage the budget for the Structural Maintenance work unit.
Manage expenditures to preserve the intent of the approved work units and project budgets.
Review and authorize charges for services provided to other College departments through PPS work order system.
Purchase required materials.
Develop and implement plans for purchasing tools and safety equipment.
Monitor, review, and approve charges to department budget from other departments and p-card purchases.
Review and comprehend relevant employee handbooks and policies along with completing required training, including workplace safety, compliance, emergency procedures, and job-specific skills.
Active participation in meetings, collaboration with colleagues, and professional development aligned with institutional goals are expected.
Direct snow removal operations for the building roofs.
Develop ongoing program for monitoring snow loads, accessing and working on college roofs, and proper snow removal methods.
Operation of snow removal equipment such as snow blowers and shovels.
Operation of light duty equipment with plows on a regular basis during snow season.
Support campus operations and events as requested.
Event support for institutional and departments events including commencement.
Other Duties as assigned.