Engineering Foreman

Department ​
 
Facilities BAS Shop

About the Department

​

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Job Information ​
 

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for contributing to the planning, scheduling, assigning, and monitoring Building Automation Engineers’ and contractors’ work to assure timely and safe performance of the work and for assuring the work is completed in accordance with industry and University standards.
• Responsible for reviewing Building Automation Engineers’ work in process to identify opportunities for on-the-spot and cross training, quality of service, safe working practices, and the efficiency of method and appropriate use of hand and technical tools, utilizing the Engineering Foreman’s expertise.
• Schedules and oversees planning of assigned workload(s).
• Keeps supervisor current with issues and impediments to the progress of work assignments.
• Documents test results, “as-builts” prints and prepares daily reports as required by Management.
• Orders and inventories needed materials.
• Introduces new employees to the work environment. 
• Identifies and provides training to employees on an ongoing basis.
• Uses computers to enter and access job-related information. 
• As required by work issues, will be required to carry and respond to pager after hours. 
• In the absence of the manager, will substitute for them as needed.  In absence of supervisor, may be expected to access systems from home in order to adjust, troubleshoot or give instructions to the Building Automation Engineer on duty. 
• Wears and/or uses appropriate safety equipment.
• Undertakes training related to job responsibilities and duties as deemed necessary by the University.
• Performs job-related duties as may be assigned.

Additional Requirements ​​
 

Education, Experience, and Certifications:

Education:

• High School diploma or equivalent (GED) required.
• Completion of job-related apprenticeship or equivalent vocational training preferred.

Experience:

• A minimum of five years’ journeyman-level experience in in building systems and air-conditioning maintenance or an equivalent combination of position related education and experience required.
• Previous lead or foreman experience that included planning building systems maintenance, repairs and operations, directing a work crew and/or in providing skilled training in technical building maintenance preferred.
• Working knowledge of the use of computerized maintenance management and building automation systems preferred.

Licenses and Certifications:

• Current valid driver's license required.
• Other licenses or certificates needed for this position as required by law required.
• Universal EPA Refrigerant Certification preferred.

Technical Knowledge or Skills:

• Working familiarity with Chicago Building requirements for plant systems and operations.
• Demonstrated ability to access computer programs and use or learn basic computer operations related to position requirements. 
• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret documents including: blue prints, plans, drawings and schemata.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing.
• Demonstrated ability to perform mathematical functions relevant to the position.
• Demonstrated ability to solve problems.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:

• Must demonstrate mechanical aptitude and manual dexterity and be physically capable of strenuous activity over extended periods of time. 
• Must be able to lift and move loads appropriate to job requirements and be able to bend and work in a kneeling position for periods of time.
• Must be able to climb stairs and ladders.
• Must be capable of working at heights as required.
• Must be able to enter and work within tight spaces.
• Must be able to withstand extreme hot and cold temperatures.

Pay Rate:

• $43.61

Required Documents:

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• List of References

When applying, the document(s) MUST  be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.

Benefit Eligibility ​
 
Yes

Pay Frequency ​
 
Hourly

Pay Range
 
Please refer to Additional Requirements to see the pay ranges

Scheduled Weekly Hours ​
 
40

Union ​
 
042 - Local 73, S.E.I.U. Skilled Trades - Real Estate Operations

Job is Exempt
 
No

Drug Test Required
 
No

Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
 
Yes

Health Screen Required
No

Posting Date ​
 
2021-10-14-07:00

Remove from Posting On or Before ​
 
2022-04-14-07:00

Posting Statement: ​​
 

The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity /Disabled/Veterans Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.

 

Staff Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form.

 

We seek a diverse pool of applicants who wish to join an academic community that places the highest value on rigorous inquiry and encourages a diversity of perspectives, experiences, groups of individuals, and ideas to inform and stimulate intellectual challenge, engagement, and exchange.

 

All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history.  A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment.  Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case-by-case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position.

 

The University of Chicago's Annual Security & Fire Safety Report (Report) provides information about University offices and programs that provide safety support, crime and fire statistics, emergency response and communications plans, and other policies and information. The Report can be accessed online at: http://securityreport.uchicago.edu . Paper copies of the Report are available, upon request, from the University of Chicago Police Department, 850 E. 61st Street, Chicago, IL 60637.

Department ​
 
Facilities BAS Shop

About the Department

​

Our Mission Our Themes Our Services Our Units For Our Vendor Partners Facilities Services Operations Scope And Scale Graphic - Download a PDF version of this poster here - Our Mission Senior Leadership Team Our Units Strategic Plan Our APPA Journey Facilities Focus Employee Toolkit UChicago Heritage Map For Our Vendor Partners

Job Information ​
 

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for contributing to the planning, scheduling, assigning, and monitoring Building Automation Engineers’ and contractors’ work to assure timely and safe performance of the work and for assuring the work is completed in accordance with industry and University standards.
• Responsible for reviewing Building Automation Engineers’ work in process to identify opportunities for on-the-spot and cross training, quality of service, safe working practices, and the efficiency of method and appropriate use of hand and technical tools, utilizing the Engineering Foreman’s expertise.
• Schedules and oversees planning of assigned workload(s).
• Keeps supervisor current with issues and impediments to the progress of work assignments.
• Documents test results, “as-builts” prints and prepares daily reports as required by Management.
• Orders and inventories needed materials.
• Introduces new employees to the work environment. 
• Identifies and provides training to employees on an ongoing basis.
• Uses computers to enter and access job-related information. 
• As required by work issues, will be required to carry and respond to pager after hours. 
• In the absence of the manager, will substitute for them as needed.  In absence of supervisor, may be expected to access systems from home in order to adjust, troubleshoot or give instructions to the Building Automation Engineer on duty. 
• Wears and/or uses appropriate safety equipment.
• Undertakes training related to job responsibilities and duties as deemed necessary by the University.
• Performs job-related duties as may be assigned.

Additional Requirements ​​
 

Education, Experience, and Certifications:

Education:

• High School diploma or equivalent (GED) required.
• Completion of job-related apprenticeship or equivalent vocational training preferred.

Experience:

• A minimum of five years’ journeyman-level experience in in building systems and air-conditioning maintenance or an equivalent combination of position related education and experience required.
• Previous lead or foreman experience that included planning building systems maintenance, repairs and operations, directing a work crew and/or in providing skilled training in technical building maintenance preferred.
• Working knowledge of the use of computerized maintenance management and building automation systems preferred.

Licenses and Certifications:

• Current valid driver's license required.
• Other licenses or certificates needed for this position as required by law required.
• Universal EPA Refrigerant Certification preferred.

Technical Knowledge or Skills:

• Working familiarity with Chicago Building requirements for plant systems and operations.
• Demonstrated ability to access computer programs and use or learn basic computer operations related to position requirements. 
• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret documents including: blue prints, plans, drawings and schemata.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing.
• Demonstrated ability to perform mathematical functions relevant to the position.
• Demonstrated ability to solve problems.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:

• Must demonstrate mechanical aptitude and manual dexterity and be physically capable of strenuous activity over extended periods of time. 
• Must be able to lift and move loads appropriate to job requirements and be able to bend and work in a kneeling position for periods of time.
• Must be able to climb stairs and ladders.
• Must be capable of working at heights as required.
• Must be able to enter and work within tight spaces.
• Must be able to withstand extreme hot and cold temperatures.

Pay Rate:

• $43.61

Required Documents:

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• List of References

When applying, the document(s) MUST  be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.

Benefit Eligibility ​
 
Yes

Pay Frequency ​
 
Hourly

Pay Range
 
Please refer to Additional Requirements to see the pay ranges

Scheduled Weekly Hours ​
 
40

Union ​
 
042 - Local 73, S.E.I.U. Skilled Trades - Real Estate Operations

Job is Exempt
 
No

Drug Test Required
 
No

Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
 
Yes

Health Screen Required
No

Posting Date ​
 
2021-10-14-07:00

Remove from Posting On or Before ​
 
2022-04-14-07:00

Posting Statement: ​​
 

The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity /Disabled/Veterans Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.

 

Staff Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form.

 

We seek a diverse pool of applicants who wish to join an academic community that places the highest value on rigorous inquiry and encourages a diversity of perspectives, experiences, groups of individuals, and ideas to inform and stimulate intellectual challenge, engagement, and exchange.

 

All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history.  A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment.  Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case-by-case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position.

 

The University of Chicago's Annual Security & Fire Safety Report (Report) provides information about University offices and programs that provide safety support, crime and fire statistics, emergency response and communications plans, and other policies and information. The Report can be accessed online at: http://securityreport.uchicago.edu . Paper copies of the Report are available, upon request, from the University of Chicago Police Department, 850 E. 61st Street, Chicago, IL 60637.