Unclassified Employment Opportunities

Position:  Facility Foreman
Department: Facilities
Reports To: Director of Operations

About Nunez Community College
Nunez Community College is a comprehensive community college offering a diverse range of academic and technical programs to support student success and community development in St. Bernard Parish and beyond. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and innovative environment that empowers our students and strengthens our community.

Position Summary
Nunez Community College is seeking a skilled Facility Foreman responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of building maintenance activities for the college.  Oversees daily management of building systems, mechanical, electrical, energy management and fire/life safety functional areas.  The Facility Foreman develops, recommends, and administers policies, procedures and processes in support of facilities operations and well as responds to inquiries and requests for service. While the Facility Foreman supervises technical trade staff and contractors, this role also performs hand-on work as needed.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Plans, organizes, maintains, and manages the operations and reliability of facilities and general infrastructure systems.  Implements and monitors compliance with approved policies, procedures, and processes; reviews and update written maintenance Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), checklists, instructions and manuals.  Reviews and updates procedures and timelines for disaster recovery. Responds to early morning and afterhours emergencies.  Provides facilities related documents and feedback as needed.  Participates on committees and training as assigned.
  • Establishes and monitors preventative maintenance processes and programs.  Leads and inspects preventative maintenance work efforts and other work requests in terms of progress and completion and to ensure compliance with relevant codes, regulations and guidelines. Perform on-going review of maintenance work needed for the college.  Work to harden buildings against wind, water, and fire.
  • Responsible for scheduling and inspection of worked performed by service work contractors for boiler, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, elevator and other service contacts.  Authorizes payment for service based on inspection.
  • Oversees and coordinates the college’s work order system for facilities management.  Responses to special requests and complaints received from customers.  Works with Office Coordinator to provide updates to internal customers. 
  • Documents and mitigates major damages to campus as soon as possible. Records equipment used and hours worked by staff.  Work in conjunction with Operations Director and Property and Business Affairs staff on insurance or FEMA related claims.
  • Follows up on any injuries on campus. Conducts interviews and complete require forms as needed (e.g. ORM DA3000, DA2000, etc.).
  • Works with Events Manager to plan and schedule assistance with internal and external events.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Required Education: 

  • High School Diploma or equivalent.

Required Experience:

  • Three (3) years of supervisory experience as a foreman or lead.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Ability to be dynamic leader that can work and communicate effectively with individuals possessing varying levels of accounting and budgeting knowledge.
  • A high aptitude in accountancy and a good understanding of computers and their role in accounting.
  • Ability to develop knowledge of, respect for, and skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds.
  • Ability to prioritize tasks.
  • Ability to manage time effectively and meet deadlines.
  • Independent decision making.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion.
  • Excellent communication skills, written and verbal.
  • Ability to represent the school in a professional manner.

Preferred Education & Certifications:

  • Associate’s Degree or certificate (Construction, HVAC/HACR. Electrical or other maintenance related field.

Application Process
To apply, send cover letter detailing your qualifications and experience, resume, unofficial transcript(s), and contact information for three professional references to: [email protected] - (Put Facility Foreman in subject line).

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. 

The committee will begin the review of applications immediately. All applications are confidential, and any references provided will not be contacted without the expressed authorization of the applicant.

All new hires are subject to a criminal background check, in accordance with Nunez Policy 6.036.

Incomplete applications will not be forwarded for further review.

Nunez is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Nunez is also a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.

Voluntary Self-Identification of Disability
As an executive branch state agency, Nunez Community College is required by La. R.S. 46:2597 to establish annual strategies and goals related to employment of individuals with disabilities. In order to effectively measure and report our progress to this end, La. R.S. 46:2597 requires us to ask employees if they have a disability or have ever had a disability. Because a person may become disabled at any time, we ask all employees to update their information at least every five (5) years. Identifying yourself as an individual with a disability is voluntary, and we hope that you will choose to do so (if applicable). Your answer will be maintained confidentially. Completing the form will not negatively impact you in any way. For more information about this form or the Americans with Disabilities Act, visit the Office of the State Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Coordinator’s website at https://www.doa.la.gov/doa/office-of-state-ada-coordinator/.