Foreman, Assistant

Massachusetts General Hospital; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Massachusetts General Hospital seeks an experienced maintenance supervisor to coordinate and oversee operations across HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and carpentry at 80 Blossom Street, Boston. You will supervise frontline staff, manage preventive maintenance, and respond to trouble calls to ensure uninterrupted hospital operations.

The role requires 3–5 years of related trades experience with 2–3 years of supervisory duties; a high school diploma or equivalent is required, with trade/technical

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years in related trades with supervisory experience 2–3 years.
• Ability to plan, prioritize, and coordinate maintenance work with minimal disruption.
• Capable of reading blueprints and technical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and supervise operations in HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and carpentry.
• Supervise personnel engaged in operation, maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of equipment.
• Plan work, estimate time and materials, and prioritize tasks for efficiency.
• Coordinate with other hospital units to minimize disruption to operations.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Shop trade knowledge

Supervise and train staff

Customer service

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Trade/Technical/Vocational Diploma

Tools

Tools and equipment knowledge

Blueprints knowledge

Job description

Site: The General Hospital Corporation

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

Provides general assistance in coordinating and supervising operations in HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and carpentry, as directed.

Principally, provides immediate supervision to personnel engaged in the operation, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of stationary motors and mechanical equipment such as sprinkler systems, alarm systems, hydraulic and pneumatic control systems, heating and cooling system components, air conditioners pumps, compressors, and generator, to provide distribution of heat, power, gases, air pressure, water pressure, suction, carpentry, and other energy sources throughout the hospital complex.

Qualifications

• Provides general assistance to the foreman in the day-to-day management of the campus.
• Schedules and assigns work by work order via the section foreman, form the preventive maintenance schedule, maintenance requisitions, or in response to trouble calls; establish priorities; estimates time and materials and workforce needed for each job; and advises supervisor accordingly, for planning purposes.
• Provides on-the-job training or functional guidance as necessary to subordinate personnel; assigns work according to priority and ability to perform; monitors progress and performance of work.
• Coordinates work with other trades and crafts relative to project involvement. Works closely with other hospital units to provide coordination of activities and minimize disruption of hospital operations.
• Distributes tools, fittings, hardware, and other stock items as needed; maintains inventory at desired levels; maintains accountability system for hand tools; reorders stock supplies based on daily consumption and inventory.
• Performs daily inspections of equipment to ensure its safety and operability.

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent required or Trade/Technical/Vocational Diploma Related Field of Study preferred

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?

Yes

Licenses and Credentials

Experience

Related trades experience 3-5 years required and Supervisory experience 2-3 years required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Must be able to read sand understand blueprints.
• Knowledge of the tools, equipment, and materials common to the shop trade.
• Exceptional customer service skills, including resolving complaints and/or concerns.
• Ability to supervise and train staff.
• Ability to monitor and maintain quality control standards.
• Ability to analyze and solve problems.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

80 Blossom Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$38.30 - $57.59/Hourly

Grade

6At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.

EEO Statement

1200 The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership "looks like" by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.