Foreman, Environmental Services

Midland Independent School District; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Midland Independent School District in Midland, Texas seeks an Environmental Services Foreman to supervise the district’s asbestos, mold, lead, IAQ, and IPM programs, ensuring a safe learning environment. The role requires a High School Diploma or GED, a Texas Driver License, and Texas Asbestos Abatement and Mold Remediation licenses; duties include scheduling, budgeting, and supervision.

This full-time, non-exempt role reports to the Director of Facility Design and participates in on-call

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Texas Driver License with good driving record.
• Texas Asbestos Abatement Supervisor License.
• Texas Mold Remediation Contractor License.
• Proven ability to manage a group of people.
• Extensive asbestos removal and mold remediation expertise.
• Ability to plan and budget projects.
• Knowledge of Texas asbestos and mold regulations for public schools.
• General computer knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Conduct day-to-day operations of Environmental Services Department.
• Coordinate asbestos abatement scheduling with Facility Design leadership.
• Maintain the department budget under director supervision.
• Provide cleaning per abatement schedules and mold remediation projects.
• Install and maintain asbestos/mold signage and notifications.
• Coordinate abatement projects with monitors, workers, and contractors.
• Remove asbestos in compliance with laws and regulations.
• Ensure safe operation of respiratory and safety equipment.

Skills

People management

Asbestos removal expertise

Budgeting

Licensing knowledge

Respirator testing

Regulatory knowledge

Building construction

Independent worker

Computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

MIDLAND INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT School Plant Services - Facilities - Midland, Texas Open in Google Maps

Foreman, Environmental Services

Job Details

Job ID: 5885946

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Sep 15, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

POSITION: Environmental Services Foreman

EXEMPT STATUS: Non-Exempt

NUMBER OF DAYS: 260

PAY GRADE: Aux PG-8

DIVISION:

DEPARTMENT: School Plant Services

REPORTS TO: Director of Facility Design

SUPERVISES: As assigned

EDUCATION:High School Diploma or GED

EXPERIENCE:3 years in Asbestos Field or related environment

Position Function/Purpose

ROLE AND PURPOSE:

The daily supervision of personnel and delegation of all work pertaining to the District’s management of Asbestos, Mold, Lead, Mercury, Indoor Air Quality (IAQ), Integrated Pest Management (IPM) and other environmental programs within the Environmental Services Department as required to provide a safe learning environment for students, teachers and other school personnel.

Major Responsibilities

• 1. Conduct the day to day operations of the Environmental Services Department and other assigned projects.
• 2. Work directly with the Director of Facility Design or Chief Operations Officer in scheduling the Asbestos Abatement of all district property.
• 3. Maintain the department’s budget under the supervision of the director.
• 4. Provide cleaning activities as required by MISD Asbestos Abatement schedules or O & M Schedules and mold remediation projects.
• 5. Install and maintain the required asbestos and mold signage and public notifications.
• 6. Coordinate the activities of the abatement or remediation projects including air monitors, certified workers and outside contractors and/or consultants.
• 7. Removes asbestos or asbestos materials in accordance with government rules and regulation on abatement projects as directed.
• 8. Operates all asbestos department respiratory and safety equipment in accordance with government rules and regulations on projects as directed.
• 9. Pass annual medical exams as required to maintain required asbestos licenses.
• 10. Maintain records of jobs completed including type of materials used.
• 11. Communicate with administrators in order to coordinate schedules for the least amount of disturbance.
• 12. Monitor quality and quantity of work done by Environmental Services Department.
• 13. Keep Director informed on all projects and work orders status.
• 14. Maintain district records for all asbestos abatement/removal projects, periodic surveillance, O&M cleaning and management plan maintenance and mold remediation, as required by all state & federal rules, regulations and laws.
• 15. Follow and enforce the policies and regulations of the School Plant Services Department and the Midland Independent School District.
• 16. Provide evaluation comments for all Environmental Services staff.
• 17. Maintain and process asbestos, floor tile, carpet repair or replacement, ceiling tile, ceramic tile and thermal insulation work orders, invoices, budget schedules, chemical disposal and other production records for the Environmental Services Department.
• 18. Responsible for District Integrated Pest Management Program.
• 19. Responsible for scheduling all carpet replacement projects and maintain the carpet replacement schedules.
• 20. As assigned, shall serve on the rotating 24-hr emergency on-call beeper service for School Plant Services.
• 21. Perform all other duties as assigned by Director of Facility Design.

Qualification Requirements

Minimum Certification/Education

• 1. High School Diploma or GED
• 2. Valid Texas Driver License and acceptable driving record; must adhere to Midland ISD’s vehicle safety and use program
• 3. Texas Department of Health Asbestos Abatement Supervisor License
• 4. Texas Department of Health Mold Remediation Contractors License

Special Knowledge/Skills

• 1. Proven ability to manage a group of people
• 2. Extensive technical or specialized expertise in the asbestos removal and mold remediation trade
• 3. The ability to plan and budget projects
• 4. Make application and register for Asbestos and Mold Licenses (as noted above) in the State of Texas
• 5. Good physical condition and have no respiratory problems
• 6. Must have a respirator fit test administered by a competent person
• 7. Pass and maintain required asbestos physical and respiratory testing
• 8. Extensive knowledge in the rules and regulations which govern Asbestos Management and removal in Texas Public Schools
• 9. Extensive knowledge in the rules and regulations which govern Mold Assessment and Remediation in the State of Texas as it is related to Texas Public Schools
• 10. General knowledge and aptitude of Building Construction
• 11. Project a positive attitude among other district personnel and demonstrate a willingness to work
• 12. Be able to work independently and self-motivated
• 13. General computer knowledge

Minimum Experience

• 1. Prior Asbestos Abatement and Mold Remediation experience necessary

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be made if necessary. while performing the duties of this job.

• 1. Heavy lifting, 50 to 100 lbs.
• 2. Climbing, reaching overhead
• 3. Use of arms and legs
• 4. Breath with mechanical respirator
• 5. Must stay in contained areas for long periods of time
• 6. Use of fingers
• 7. Standing, walking, repetitive bending

Regular attendance required.

Equipment used

• 1. Standard maintenance tools and specialized equipment in Asbestos Abatement, Mold Remediation, and Environmental Services
• 2. Artificial breathing devices as required by job need and government regulations
• 3. Ladders, lifts, etc.
• 4. Use of personal protective equipment including Tyvek coveralls, ear protection, eye protection, and all types of respirators
• 5. MISD standard pickup, van, bobtail truck, trailer, or other similar vehicle as assigned
• 6. Standard hand tools and equipment
• 7. Office computer and district supported software

Work Environment

• 1. Outside and inside
• 2. Dust, high heat, and high moisture, water
• 3. Silica, Asbestos, Mold, etc.
• 4. Working on ladders or scaffolding
• 5. Protracted or irregular hours of work
• 6. Work in tight or confined spaces, attics, tunnels, etc.
• 7. Must work in an EPA containment environment

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive description of all work requirements and responsibilities. Additionally, the minimum level of education noted as a requirement could be supplemented by commensurate experience and/or certification(s) as determined by the hiring manager.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories:

Other Professional > Other Professional

Contact Information

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