37525BR

Extended Job Title:

Assistant Foreperson

Position Description:

Supervises the work of journeyperson in an assigned trade under the direction of a Foreperson. This position has operational and personnel oversight responsibilities over the assigned trade and assists the Foreperson in coordinating work activities of personnel and implementing expectations to carry out departmental objectives according to established policies and procedures.

Requisition ID:

37525BR

Optional Attachments:

Professional/Personal Reference

Travel Required:

Up to 25%

Major/Essential Functions:

• Administrative duties - Submit accurate reports, reviews employee time sheets for accuracy, verifies Equipment Out of Services sheets, completes work orders, order required materials, writes and reviews employee PD's and evaluations, enforces policies.

• Supervise maintenance and operations functions of the heating and cooling plants for the Fiber Biopolymer Research Institute, Texas Tech Museum, Texas Tech Research Park, AG Science Greenhouse, Bayer Crop (442) and greenhouse. Assist with maintenance and operations of the heating and cooling plants CHACP 1 and CHACP 2 ensuring all plants, buildings and greenhouses are operating “safely, reliably, and efficiently”.

• Project Management - Oversees contractors working in the plant. Ensures contractors are working within safety regulations, work is completed within specifications, completed on schedule, within budget, reviews invoices for accuracy. Overseeing equipment delivers are correct, installation and acceptance testing is completed and documented.

• Utilize the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) and equipment material history to track and complete work orders. Safely troubleshoot, identify discrepancies and recommend effective repairs of equipment. Manages inventory control of plant Bench Stock parts. Anticipates preventive and regular maintenance and orders inventory parts as needed to maintain effective plant operations.

• (Safety to plant personnel and equipment is a top priority) - Employee will work safely using safety training skills to identify and prevent unsafe acts. Mentor employees in safety practices and equipment training. Conduct periodic safety observations.

• Supervisory duties - Training of subordinates and being an example of professionalism and excellence to assist in developing an atmosphere of Total Quality Management in the Utilities Department. Supervises, assigns projects, and provides technical guidance to subordinate personnel - Prioritize and assign work to Technicians, subordinates understand job standards and are provided proper coaching to complete tasks within standards.

Grant Funded?:

No

Minimum Hire Rate:

26.09

Pay Basis:

Hourly

Schedule Details:

07:00AM-4:00PM

Work Location:

Lubbock

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or management or equivalent advanced formal technical training. Microsoft Office Specialist.

• Ten (10) years supervisory/managerial experience in a high-pressure steam, high capacity chilled water production and distribution, diesel generator operation/maintenance, and electrical distribution. 3 years personnel supervision in an industrial plant. Formal training in maintenance management.

Department:

Ops Div CHACP 1

Job Type:

Full Time

Job Group:

Skilled Crafts - Supervisors

Occasional Duties:

• Other duties as requested by department head

Shift:

Day

Required Qualifications:

Proficiency in written and mathematical skills as may be reflected in the completion of high school or equivalent. One year experience as a licensed journeyperson in the assigned trade; or four years experience in designated trade. Job-related vocational training and other education may substitute for required experience on a year-for-year basis. Thorough knowledge of the standard tools, equipment, materials, methods and practices of the assigned trade.

Does this position work in a research laboratory?:

No

About the Department and/or College:

Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral/Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School. The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world.

About Lubbock:Referred to as the “Hub City” because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock’s Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories.

Safety Information:

Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.

Pay Statement:

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan by visiting www.depts.ttu.edu/hr/payplan.

EEO Statement:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

About the University:

Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral/Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School. The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world.

About Lubbock:Referred to as the “Hub City” because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock’s Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories.