The 2nd Shift M&R/Utilities Foreman is a leadership role responsible for supervising maintenance personnel and overseeing the repair, operation, and reliability of facility systems during evening and overnight hours. This position ensures that buildings, infrastructure, and critical equipment are operational and ready for the next day’s campus activities. This position is expected to perform a wide range of skilled trades work while directing the efforts of the assigned team. The role requires a broad working knowledge across multiple trades including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and general maintenance to effectively support a cross-functional workforce during off-hours operations. The Foreman serves as a key liaison between day and night shift operations, ensuring continuity of work through proper communication, work order closeout, and clear documentation or notification of outstanding issues to the day shift team. The Foreman supports a proactive maintenance approach through the execution of preventive maintenance strategies and contributes to a safe, reliable, and efficient campus environment.

-Directs the activities of technicians, mechanics, and specialized trades (electricians, HVAC, plumbing), including assigning tasks, monitoring progress, and providing technical guidance.
-Plans and coordinates work for 2nd shift personnel to ensure proper coverage and efficient operations.
-Leads personnel management actions including performance evaluations, promotions, transfers, disciplinary actions, and terminations.
-Plans, schedules, and coordinates maintenance and repair activities based on priority, workload, and available resources.
-Ensures completion of assigned work and projects appropriate to team skill level and available time.
-Assists in planning project work, developing estimates, and implementing phased approaches.
-Performs and supports a wide range of skilled trades work as needed.
-Monitors work in progress to ensure quality, timeliness, and adherence to standards.
-Serves as a liaison between day and night shift operations to ensure continuity of work.
-Manages handoff from day shift and prepares updates/reports for the morning crew.
-Ensures accurate work order documentation, including completion, closeout, and communication of outstanding issues.
-Reviews work orders and communications daily and conducts field verification of completed work.
-Acts as a liaison between Facilities Services, customers, contractors, and vendors.
-Coordinates work involving outside contractors and communicates with day shift Foremen on related activities.
-Collaborates with campus stakeholders to support service delivery and operational needs.
-Enforces safe work practices and proper use of tools, equipment, and protective gear.
-Ensures compliance with environmental, hazardous materials, and safety regulations.
-Supports and participates in safety training and in-service programs.
-Maintains certifications (e.g., OSHA) and reinforces University safety policies.
-Reviews and places work orders and material requests on behalf of 2nd shift personnel.
-Evaluates purchasing options based on usability, quality, and cost.
-Ensures teams have necessary tools, equipment, and materials by monitoring usage and forecasting needs.
-Requisitions, tracks, and distributes supplies and equipment to support operations.
-Recruits, selects, trains, and develops staff to support day-to-day operations.