Maintenance Foreman

Louisiana State University; United States; On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Louisiana State University is seeking a Maintenance Foreman in Landscape Services to supervise a crew of concrete finishers and equipment operators, read blueprints, and ensure high-quality form work and finishing. The role emphasizes planning, scheduling, and safety at the job site.

You will coordinate with supervisors, manage administrative tasks like time sheets and leave requests, and oversee preventative maintenance of equipment.

Qualifications

• Two years of required on-job experience in building construction trades or related fields.
• Completion of a two-year vocational/technical program in general building construction or engineering plus two years of related experience.
• Twelve semester hours in construction management/engineering or related courses plus two years of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and directs a crew of concrete finishers and equipment operators to perform form and finish work; maintains safety and cleanliness at the site.
• Assists supervisor with planning, scheduling, purchasing and completing required administrative paperwork.
• Maintains and applies preventative maintenance on equipment and assists with shop operations.
• Performs miscellaneous tasks as directed by supervisor.

Skills

Read blueprints

Layout work

Use leveling instruments

Supervisory experience

Concrete finishing

Education

Two-year vocational technical program in building construction/engineering

Construction management coursework

Additional related coursework + experience

Tools

Leveling instruments

Job description

Job Posting Title: Maintenance Foreman Position Type: Classified Department: LSUAM FA - FPO - FS - Land - Hort - Concrete Supervision (Victor C Lathan (00003384)) Work Location: 0100 Landscape Services Building Pay Grade: Classified Technician and Skilled Trades

Job Description: This position is responsible in assisting supervisor in the planning, implementation and completion of a variety of concrete work including but not limited to all sidewalks, roadside and parking lot curbs, plazas, sitting areas, retaining walls and other concrete, paver, and brick landscape details. Requires the ability to read blueprints, layout work, use leveling instruments, figure angles and curves, square a form and be familiar with all types of concrete and finishing techniques. This position supervises a crew of concrete finishers, maintenance repairers, equipment operators, contract laborers/inmate support and others as assigned.

Job Duties

• 80% - Supervises, directs, and works with a crew of concrete finishers, maintenance repairers, equipment operators, and others as assigned to perform concrete form and finish work. Assures accuracy and neatness of work. Maintains a clean and safe work site at all times. Indirectly supervises assigned inmate crews for breakout and general clean out and preparation work and follow-up grading and job site clean up work. Directs subordinates on tasks to minimize idle time by performing simultaneous form work and concrete pours.
• 5% - Assists supervisor with planning, scheduling, purchasing and completing required administrative paperwork necessary to complete assigned tasks.
• 5% - Completes daily administrative paperwork including but not limited to time sheets, requests for leave and human resource tasks for assigned crew.
• 5% - Supervises and performs preventative maintenance, repair and cleaning work on assigned equipment. Works with the shop foreman to assure that all equipment is kept in good condition and ready for service.
• 5% - Performs miscellaneous tasks as directed by supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications

Two years of the required experience for the following minimum qualifications must have been on-job experience:

• Four years of experience or training in the building construction trades, building maintenance, maintenance or repair of mechanical equipment, or park operations and grounds maintenance;
• Completion of a two-year vocational technical program in general building construction, construction technology, or engineering plus two years of experience in the building construction trades, building maintenance, maintenance or repair of mechanical equipment, or park operations and grounds maintenance;
• Twelve semester hours in construction management, construction technology, or engineering, or any combination of these courses plus two years of experience in the building construction trades, building maintenance, maintenance or repair of mechanical equipment, or park operations and grounds maintenance.

Special or Physical Qualifications

This position requires a valid driver's license, will require an MVR, and is subject to drug screens per PM-33/PS-67/FASOP HR-04. This position is classified as a safety and security-sensitive position. These positions are subject to drug screens per PS-67/FASOP HR-04. This position is considered emergency essential and may be required to report to campus in times of emergency and/or closure per PS-18.

Certifications/Licenses

Valid Louisiana Class E License Louisiana State Civil Service

Job Details

Job Details: https://apps01.civilservice.louisiana.gov/onestopjobinfo/DisplayJobSpec.aspx?JobCode=129230

Additional Job Description

Competencies: None

Special Instructions

Please provide three professional references including name, title, phone number and e-mail address.

For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact at Victor Lathan at [e-mail].

Skills Needed

Preferred Skills: A permanent or probationary internal employee who is appointed to another position following certification from an open competitive eligible list is considered a new employee in the new position and shall serve a probationary period of six months.

Posting Date: August 3, 2026

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified): August 10, 2026

Additional Position Information

Background Check

An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits

Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including

• health, life, dental, and vision insurance
• flexible spending accounts
• retirement options
• various leave options
• paid holidays
• wellness benefits
• tuition exemption for qualified positions
• training and development opportunities
• employee discounts
• and more!

Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University's partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance.

Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.

Essential Position (Y/N): Y

LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment.

Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may impact the university's ability to employ individuals in certain positions.

HCM Contact Information

For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email [e-mail].

For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.

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