BUILDING MAINTENANCE FOREPERSON

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: This position involves responsibility for supervising and participating in the operation of the maintenance portion of the Housing Authority. The incumbent plans, directs and participates in building and grounds maintenance activities. The work is performed under supervision of the Building Maintenance Supervisor with wide leeway for independent judgment. Supervision is exercised over the work of the Maintenance Mechanics and Maintenance Laborer in the absence of the Building Maintenance Supervisor.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES: (Illustrative only)

Leads and participates in renovating and building projects, including painting, carpentry and repair of walls and ceilings;

Directs and participates in the installation and repair of electrical and plumbing fixtures;

Leads and participates in general grounds maintenance activities, including snow removal;

Makes inspections of properties to ascertain repair needs and develops cost estimates of said repairs;

Creates and administers work schedules to ensure the timely completion of tasks;

Maintains inventory of supplies and tools necessary to complete all aspects of building maintenance;

Ensures that proper, efficient and safe methods of performing repairs and renovations are being adhered to;

Assists in the development of future maintenance projects.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS: Ability to supervise the work of others engaged in building and grounds maintenance activities; thorough knowledge of standard building maintenance and repair practices; good knowledge of standard building maintenance and repair practices; good knowledge of the methods, materials, tools and safety procedures used in the maintenance and repair of buildings and grounds; ability to understand and follow oral and written directions; dependability; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Graduation from high school or GED and three years of full-time or its' part-time equivalent experience in general building maintenance or skilled trades.

Note: Technical school, post secondary trade school, internships, and apprenticeships in any of the skilled trades may be substituted for experience.

Special Requirement: Possession of a NYS Driver's License.