Building and Grounds Foreman

Description

The South Dakota Science and Technology Authority (SDSTA) owns and operates the Sanford Underground Research Facility (SURF). The Buildings and Grounds Foreman directs surface buildings and grounds maintenance and leads the management and maintenance of surface transportation assets and mobile equipment.

Essential Functions And Responsibilities

The following reflects SDSTA’s definition of essential functions for this position and does not restrict other tasks that may be assigned. SDSTA retains the right to re-evaluate the duties of the position when considering a reasonable accommodation or at other appropriate times. The essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following:

Plans, schedules, supervises and inspects buildings and grounds maintenance activities.

• Determines priorities of projects based on needs of the facility.
• Submits input regarding future property improvements and modifications.
• Prepares schedules and timelines for approved projects and activities.
• Prepares routine maintenance schedules.
• Periodically reviews the progress of projects and verifies quality and cost effectiveness of work.
• Oversees buildings and grounds maintenance to ensure efficiency and safety of activities.
• Works to ensure facilities are clean, hygienic, safe and present a neat appearance.
• Oversees removal of snow, and lawn and parking lot maintenance.
  
  

Plans, schedules, supervises and inspects maintenance for mobile equipment and surface transportation vehicles

• Manages vehicle fleet to ensure effective usage and proper maintenance.
• Prepares routine maintenance schedules, coordination of resources and ensures completion of maintenance activities.
• Coordinates maintenance schedules with other Departments as necessary for mobile equipment and surface transportation assets.
• Secures needed support contracts to supplement SDSTA staff efforts.
  
  

Documents maintenance and develops reports used to prepare and manage budget and staffing needs.

• Creates and manages work orders (within CMMS system) to plan and track Buildings and Grounds work activities.
• Provides inputs to SDSTA management on required staffing and budget resources for surface operations and maintenance activities.
  
  

Supervises Buildings and Grounds staff

• Evaluates workload to plan and assign work.
• Sets and communicates performance standards and expectations.
• Reviews, evaluates and addresses job performance.
• Reviews and approves leave requests and time cards.
• Provides backup supervision support for other managers as required when others are away from the facility.
  
  

Requirements

Education

• High school diploma or GED equivalent is desired.
  
  

Certifications and Licenses

• N/A.
  
  

Experience

• Five years planning and scheduling operations maintenance and supervising staff.
• Methods, practices, tools, and materials used in maintenance, repair, and grounds keeping work.
  
  

Competencies, Knowledge And Skills

• Adaptability—Ability to effectively adjust to changing priorities and demands.
• Attention to Detail—Ability to maintain constant awareness of surroundings and ensure tasks are completed carefully and accurately.
• Communication—Ability to communicate well both orally and in writing and with a wide variety of people.
• Influence—Ability to present and gain support for ideas, projects and solutions.
• Initiative—Ability to persist despite difficult conditions and to make suggestions for improvements.
• Organization—Ability to prioritize tasks, manage time, keep order and coordinate numerous activities.
• Problem-Solving—Ability to identify problems and quickly generate viable solutions.
  
  

Working Conditions

The working conditions described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. When applicable and appropriate, consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations.

• This position may require working in office, surface, and underground environments at depths up to 5000 feet, which may include exposure to extreme conditions, confined spaces, and varying temperatures.
• Perform work in a typical office environment which includes individual workstations, shared workspaces, meeting rooms, and common areas such as a break room and kitchen.
• The noise level is generally low to moderate in typical of an office setting and moderately loud when on the surface or underground, and may require hearing protection.
• The SDSTA is committed to providing a safe working environment and adheres to all relevant health and safety regulations.
• Employees are expected to comply with SDSTA’s ESH Manual safety program.
• Personal protective equipment (PPE) and adherence to safety Standards protocols are mandatory.
• Act in accordance with SDSTA’s core values: Safety Focused, Care for Others, Professionalism and Being a Team Player.
  
  

Mental and Physical Demands

• Regular interaction with team members, supervisors, and other departments and collaborators.
• Capacity to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Ability to remain calm and focused in high-pressure or emergency situations.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing situations and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Clear and conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgment, troubleshooting, problem solving, analysis, and discretion; ability to handle work-related stress; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously; and ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to follow safety protocols and procedures.
• Sitting for extended periods of time while using a computer
• Perform occasional physical labor and light lifting up to 50 pounds
• Occasional standing, walking, climbing up and down flights of stairs, and otherwise moving around the office to perform tasks
• Ability to travel as needed.
  
  

Job Information

Supervisory Duties: Yes

Direct Reports: Environmental/Property Technician; Science Area Facilities Technician; Mobile Equipment Mechanic

Work Arrangements: On-Site

Hours: M-F; 7AM - 4PM

Travel Required: 0%

Mission/Vision/Core Values

Mission: We advance world-class science and inspire learning across generations.

Vision: The world’s preferred location for underground science and education.

Core Values

• Safety Focused: We do not compromise safety or endanger the environment.
• Care for Others: We embrace and honor the fundamental value and dignity of all individuals. We listen knowing everyone has something to offer and to learn.
• Professional: What we do is important to our community and the world. We sweat the details to achieve big things. Our behavior and ethics exemplify our best.
• Team Players: We provide unmatched service. We are respectful and deliver for our customers and partners. We build trust not barriers.
  
  

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

The South Dakota Science and Technology Authority (SDSTA) is an equal opportunity employer committed to the development of a diverse workforce. We foster a work community where every individual feels welcomed, valued, respected and heard and discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or political affiliation is prohibited.