Maintenance Foreman

Auxiliary Services, State University College at Oswego, Inc., is a 25-million dollar customer-service focused corporation that provides dining operations, college store services, and administrative support to the SUNY Oswego college community.

Our mission at Auxiliary Services is to create the best possible experience for the students, faculty, staff, visitors, and community members of SUNY Oswego. We are looking for the next great addition to our Resident Dining team!

Maintenance Foreman

Position Description

Reporting to the Executive Director, this position is responsible for coordinating the installation, repair, and maintenance of all equipment under the jurisdiction of Auxiliary Services. This is a hands-on supervisory role, combining maintenance responsibilities with the oversight of the maintenance team. The incumbent works collaboratively with SUNY Oswego's Facilities, Design and Construction Department, as well as Auxiliary Services staff and the management team, to maintain and enhance the Auxiliary Services' facilities, including buildings, equipment, and vehicles.

Compensation and Benefits

This position offers a competitive salary as part of a total compensation package valued at approximately $120,000. Benefits include health care plan options (including HSA), dental insurance, a 13% company match for a 403(b) retirement plan, over six weeks of paid vacation and personal leave, generous sick leave accruals, company-paid life and AD&D insurance, meal benefits, and more.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Supervise service and repair staff, assign work (including planning for evening and weekend work), set standards and evaluate quality and completeness of their work; in addition to the following personnel functions : orientation and training of new employees, posts weekly and closedown schedules, edits and approves timecards, grants personal and vacation day requests.

2. Ensure service and repair staff are adequately trained in all trades (specifically carpentry, plumbing, masonry, electronics and refrigeration).

3. Encourage staff development; brand specific (Champion, Hobart) or trade specific (refrigeration, plumbing, electrical).

4. Carry out repair and replacement on Dining Services equipment as outlined by work orders.

5. Develop and maintain a preventive maintenance program, aimed at prolonging equipment life and limiting equipment breakdown.

6. Develop and maintain a positive working relationship with managers and employees of the department, implementing the values of Auxiliary Services, specifically customer service and teamwork.

7. Develop and maintain a positive working relationship with SUNY Oswego Maintenance Foremen and Directors including project coordinators from Facilities, Design and Construction department.

8. D evelop and maintain a positive working relationship with vendor representatives to maximize customer service.

9. Meet with Managers periodically and as needed to discuss open work orders, plan for potential future projects, and receive feedback on if department is meeting expectations.

10. Coordinates the schedule for repairs and replacement tasks on Auxiliary Services equipment per work orders. Also assists Directors with purchase of replacement equipment as needed.

11. Respond to emergency requests caused by utility, mechanical or equipment failure. Also willingly responds to evening and late night emergency calls.

12. Works collaboratively and as a facilitator between Auxiliary Services departments, SUNY Oswego Facilities and off-campus contracts with projects such as installing, repairing or replacing floors, ceilings, general construction and stainless steel repair / modification.

13. Specify parts and equipment necessary for maintenance of Auxiliary Services equipment; purchase parts and equipment as needed. Works with purchasing manager to obtain proper POs for purchasing. Submit receipts to the Clerk / Typist for weekly vendor vouchering.

14. Maintain inventory; submit list of items removed from inventory at the end of each month; shelf new purchases after inventory numbers are assigned by Dining Services purchasing team; physical count and adjustment for errors is conducted and entered semi-annually.

15. Ensures that all department refrigeration equipment is maintained, and the necessary preventive and repair work is performed.

16. Accept responsibility for all tools, maintenance equipment and parts, and vehicles of Auxiliary Services.

17. As required and applicable, purchases winter coats and safety glasses for those positions specifically covered in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement.

18. Maintain current work order spreadsheet; send updated copy to managers and directors at the end of each month.

19. Coordinate the scheduling of semi-annual Hood cleaning, Grease Trap cleaning, Fire Suppression system inspections and dryer duct cleaning by filing the appropriate work orders with State Maintenance to accommodate these schedules.

20. Coordinate and convene monthly maintenance meetings between Auxiliary Services and Facilities Directors.

21. Receive requests from Dining Managers, Mechanics and Directors in the months leading up to winter and summer recess for potential projects. Create a comprehensive list of details needed for the jobs and prioritize accordingly.

22. Performs semi-annual safety inspections of all resident dining centers, retail dining locations and college bookstore locations following the necessary checklist with the Benefits Coordinator

23. Identifies, reports and rectifies all unsafe conditions.

24. Perform any other jobs assigned by the Executive Director.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate Degree, Trade school Diploma or Licensed Apprenticeship.
• Skill in customer service and supervision.
• Basic aptitude in commercial refrigeration, plumbing, electrical and carpentry trades.
• Proficient in basic computer operations, including Microsoft Office and Google Docs.
• Valid, clean NYS drivers' license and i nsurable on an unrated, non-pool basis in a company authorized to do insurance in New York State.

Additional Qualifications Preferred

ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?

We understand your time is valuable, and that is why we have a very quick and easy application process. If you are interested in becoming a full-time Maintenance Manager and feel that you would be right for this position, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application. We look forward to meeting you!

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