Maintenance Foreman, Carpentry Shop

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas seeks a Maintenance Foreman to lead the Carpentry Shop. You will supervise a crew of carpenters, manage work orders, and oversee repairs and renovations including drywall finishing of interiors.

Requirements include a High School Diploma and at least 3 years journeyman level experience in multiple skilled trades, preferably in healthcare settings; a valid Texas driver's license is required; shift Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM with possible overtime;

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, vocational school, or GED required.
• Minimum 3 years journeyman level experience in carpentry, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, etc.
• Valid Texas driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise carpenters and coordinate work orders.
• Oversee repair, maintenance, and structural modifications including drywall finishing.
• Direct work of crew while performing hands-on tasks as needed in Preventive Maintenance or Mechanical Services.
• Ensure safety standards and quality control across facilities.
• Mentor and train crew members to improve skills and efficiency.
• Correspond with management, engineering, and customers to resolve issues.
• Requisition materials and supervise project progress.

Skills

Journeyman experience

Leadership experience

Team supervision

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN? With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!

BENEFITS UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
• 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
• Paid Time Off, available day one
• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Paid Parental Leave Benefit
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
• Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!

JOB SUMMARY

UT Southwestern is actively seeking a skilled Maintenance Foreman to lead our Carpentry Shop. We are looking for someone with a minimum of three (3) years journeyman level experience in multiple skilled trades (such as carpentry, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, etc.) preferably in healthcare/hospital environments, proven leadership and mentorship experience, a comprehensive background in commercial carpentry, and a deep commitment to maintaining institutional safety standards.

As Maintenance Foreman of Carpentry Shop, you will supervise a team of carpenters, manage work orders, and oversee the repair, maintenance, and structural modifications including drywall finishing of facility interiors.

Works under general supervision to supervise work crew responsible for maintaining buildings and grounds for UT Southwestern Medical Center. Responsible for directing work of crew while personally performing work as member of crew in one of following areas: Preventative Maintenance or Mechanical Services.

Work Location

Dallas Campus; may or may not require travel to and from other UTSW locations.

Shift Requirement

Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM; overtime as approved by senior leader.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

Required

• Education
  • High School Diploma, vocational school, or GED.

• Experience
  • 3 years skilled or journeyman level experience in assigned area.

• Licenses and Certifications
  • (DRIVERS) DRIVERS LICENSE Must possess valid State of Texas Driver's License.

Preferred

• Experience
  • Prior experience in a supervisory or lead role.

JOB DUTIES

• Assists assigned crew members in resolving work related problems and questions.
• Confers with personnel, such as management, engineering, quality control, customers, and co-workers to coordinate work activities and resolve problems.
• Examines objects, system, or facilities such as HVAC or utility systems and analyzes information, to determine installation, service, or repair needed.
• Recommends or initiates personnel actions, such as employment, performance evaluations, promotions, transfers, discharges, and disciplinary measures.
• Requisitions materials and supplies, such as tools, equipment, and replacement parts for work activities.
• Trains workers in methods, procedures, and use of equipment and work aids, such as drawings, hand tools, and test equipment.
• Ensures quality and quantity of work performed by assigned crew is appropriate.
• Ensures client is satisfied with work.
• Performs work of crew members, when necessary.
• Assumes duties of supervisor in his/her absence according to supervisor's instructions.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT

Security

This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.

EEO

UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.