Maintenance Foreman, Electrical

Duke Careers; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 39,950 - 63,369; Full time

Job summary

Duke University Health System in Durham seeks a supervisor to oversee installation, repair, and maintenance of electrical systems and devices, interpreting blueprints, schedules, and safety regulations. This hands-on leadership position requires strong project management and a proven track record in electrical work.

Education includes high school plus 2 years of formal technical training in electricity, with 6–8 years of experience and a valid NC Electrical License.

Qualifications

• Requires high school plus 2 years of formal technical training in electricity.
• Six to eight years of electrical or building maintenance experience; supervisory skills.
• Valid NC Electrical License.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and participate in construction, installation, renovation, modification, and repair of electrical systems and devices.
• Plan and schedule work; distribute assignments and ensure adequate staffing.
• Provide project management for electrically oriented projects requiring direct supervision.
• Ensure training, safety, and compliance with Duke Health and JCAHO regulations.
• Document records to comply with regulations and codes.
• Prepare reports on progress, trends, and recommendations.
• Oversee hiring, performance appraisals, promotions, transfers and vacations.

Skills

Electrical supervision

Blueprint interpretation

Project coordination

Education

High school + technical training

Job description

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Bring your leadership and electrical expertise to a hands-on role overseeing installation, repair, and maintenance projects.

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Supervise and participate in the construction, installation, renovation, modification, and repair of Duke University Medical Center electrical appliances, systems, facilities and related electronic controls and devices.

Work Arrangement - On-Site

DEPARTMENTAL PREFERENCES

Experience/Training in a healthcare setting preferred.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Training - Requires educational background normally equivalent to high school plus 2 years of formal technical training in the principles of electricity and electrical designs.

Experience - Six (6) to eight (8) years of experience required in the electrical field or in general building maintenance and repair; supervisory skills and experience required.

Valid NC Electrical License required.

OR AN EQUIVALENT COMBINATION OF RELEVANT EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE.

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Work Performed

• Supervise and participate in the construction, installation, renovation, modification, and repair of electrical appliances, systems, facilities and related electronic controls and devices by interpreting blueprints, manufacturers specifications, written and verbal instructions. Plan and schedule work for the group ensuring proper distribution of assignments and adequate manning, space and facilities for subsequent performance of duties.
• Provide project management for certain electrically oriented projects that require specific and direct supervision of construction and renovation activities.
• Ensure that employees and contract labor are properly trained to perform duties; ensure a safe work environment; ensure compliance with Duke Health and JCAHO safety regulations.
• Ensure appropriate documentation of records to comply with applicable regulations and codes.
• Prepare reports and analyses setting forth progress, adverse trends and appropriate recommendations or conclusions.
• Supervise various personnel actions including, but not limited to, hiring, performance appraisals, promotions, transfers and vacation scheduling.

Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this classification. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required of personnel so classified.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative and level of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

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Anticipated Pay Range: Duke University provides an annual base salary range for this position as USD $28.88 to USD $45.83. Duke University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position; candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills; internal peer equity; as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.

Your total compensation goes beyond the dollars on your paycheck. Duke provides comprehensive and competitive medical and dental care programs, generous retirement benefits, and a wide array of family-friendly and cultural programs to eligible team members. Learn more at: https://hr.duke.edu/benefits/

Equal Opportunity Employer: Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy- related conditions), sexual orientation, or military status.

Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas-an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.

Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas-an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.

Essential Physical Job Functions: Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and reasonable accommodation(s) can be requested with Duke Access and Accommodations Services (email: [e-mail]; phone: [phone]).

Nearest Major Market: Durham
Nearest Secondary Market: Raleigh

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