Furniture Foreman

Maricopa County, AZ; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 58,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Excellent work‑life balance

Growth opportunities

Low‑cost healthcare for you and depend

Child care benefits

Paid vacation, sick time, and parental

Extensive wellness program

Arizona State Retirement System with 9

Job summary

Maricopa County is hiring a Furniture Foreman for the Design and Construction Division. You will lead daily activities related to new installations, relocations, reconfigurations, repairs, inventory, and assessments of furniture systems, fixtures, and equipment.

The role requires 3 years of installation and inventory experience with systems furniture, a high school diploma or GED, and the ability to obtain a valid AZ driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Three years of installation, material handling, and inventory control experience with systems furniture in various commercial and/or government/institutional environments.
• High School Diploma or GED Certificate
• An equivalent combination of post-secondary education and/or job-related experience may substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis

Responsibilities

• Establish and monitor processes for the issue of systems furniture to departments and other applicable County agencies, following County and departmental policies
• Train and assign work to support staff
• Provide customer service and excellent communication regarding install/delivery schedule, delays, and unforeseen conditions, and provide updates on project completion timelines
• Respond to requests for service either directly or using the FMD work order system
• Ensure all applicable safety requirements are established and met for the operation
• Assemble and disassemble modular office systems furniture, including modifications/renovations, to all furniture and equipment moves/repairs, cleaning products after install, and before returning to storage/inventory
• Operate various manual/power tools and warehouse material handling equipment, including electric and manual pallet jacks
• Operate a computerized inventory system using software and other methods
• Assess furniture under warranty and items suitable to be returned to FMD inventory
• Use County vehicles, including driving a 24' box truck with a lift gate to travel to vendor locations, other agencies, and throughout the County to pick up and deliver FF&E
• Other Job Duties as assigned

Skills

Installation

Material handling

Inventory control

Team leadership

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift certification

Herman Miller installer certification

Pallet jack operation

Job description

About the Position

We are searching for an experienced Furniture Foreman to join our Design and Construction Division.

The ideal team member will create an outstanding experience for our customers by completing their furniture projects on time, courteously, and professionally. The position is responsible for leading the daily activities related to new installations, relocations, reconfigurations, repairs, inventory, and assessments of furniture systems, fixtures, and equipment.

About Us

As the landlord for all facilities owned by Maricopa County, the Facilities Management Department is responsible for the planning, design, construction, maintenance, and operations of more than 200 facilities comprised of over 10 million square feet. Facilities Management is made up of a collaborative team who provides and performs a variety of functions to meet the facility‑related needs of all Maricopa County Departments.

Proud to Offer

• Work with a greater purpose
• Tuition reimbursement
• Exceptional work‑life balance
• Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
• Low‑cost, high‑value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
• Child care benefits, including access to the Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families
• Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave
• Extensive wellness program, including an incentive
• Enrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, a defined retirement benefit requiring an 11.98% per paycheck contribution rate that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1
• Want to learn more about the County’s Qualifying and Compensation Philosophy? Follow this link to learn more! Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZ

We Require

• Three years of installation, material handling, and inventory control experience with systems furniture in various commercial and/or government/institutional environments
• High School Diploma or GED Certificate
• An equivalent combination of post‑secondary education and/or job‑related experience may substitute for the required experience on a year‑for‑year basis

Other Requirements

• Must possess or can obtain by the time of hire, a valid Arizona driver’s license and have an acceptable driving record.
• Must complete a Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) background investigation to access County detention facilities.

We Also Value

• Current Herman Miller factory‑trained installer certification
• Forklift Operator Certification or ability to obtain certification
• Two years of experience leading a team
• Five years of installation, material handling, and inventory control experience with systems furniture in various commercial and/or government/institutional environments
• Two years of experience involving a variety of warehouse duties or handling of freestanding case goods

Job Contributions

• Establish and monitor processes for the issue of systems furniture to departments and other applicable County agencies, following County and departmental policies

• Train and assign work to support staff

• Provide customer service and excellent communication regarding install/delivery schedule, delays, and unforeseen conditions, and provide updates on project completion timelines

• Respond to requests for service either directly or using the FMD work order system

• Ensure all applicable safety requirements are established and met for the operation

• Assemble and disassemble modular office systems furniture, including modifications/renovations, to all furniture and equipment moves/repairs, cleaning products after install, and before returning to storage/inventory

• Operate various manual/power tools and warehouse material handling equipment, including electric and manual pallet jacks

• Operate a computerized inventory system using software and other methods

• Assess furniture under warranty and items suitable to be returned to FMD inventory

• Use County vehicles, including driving a 24' box truck with a lift gate to travel to vendor locations, other agencies, and throughout the County to pick up and deliver FF&E

• Other Job Duties as assigned

Working Conditions

• The work will occur in an office and field environment. While performing the duties & responsibilities, the employee may be exposed to loud noise, noxious odors, unsanitary conditions, chemicals, electricity, moving mechanical parts, varying weather conditions, and other related conditions and situations
• Position is subject to atmospheric conditions: Fumes, odors, dust, mists, gases, or poor ventilation
• Exerting over 100 lbs. occasionally, 50-100 lbs. frequently, or up to 20-50 lbs. constantly

• Must be capable of using various forms of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required to fulfill the requirements of the position

• Must be proficient with and capable of using basic hand tools, benders, cordless power tools, electrical testing equipment, including multimeter, clamp meter, megohmmeter, circuit tracer, etc. Must be capable of working with aerial lifts upon completion of county‑provided training

Selection Procedure

• Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications

• Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile

• Must pass a pre‑employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety‑sensitive

Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process or to perform the essential functions of the position under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact [e-mail] to initiate the interactive process.

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