General Foreman
Competition 2194
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Description
This position is a part of the Non-Academic Staff Association (NASA).
This position offers a comprehensive benefits package.
Location - This role is in-person with onsite work at multiple U of A locations, including North Campus, Edmonton; Campus Saint-Jean, Edmonton; South Campus, Edmonton; and U of A Botanic Garden.
Working at the University of Alberta
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Working for the Department of Trades Infrastructure & Maintenance (“TIM” within University Services, Operations & Finance)
Trades Infrastructure & Maintenance (“TIM” within University Services, Operations & Finance) is responsible for the maintenance of building infrastructure assets (eg: base building system equipment) across the University's main and other campuses. The University's building portfolio consists of a diverse collection of commercial buildings (including: classrooms, lab research, athletic facilities, teaching labs, administrative and common spaces) that are supported by a wide range of mechanical and electrical base building systems of all ages.
The main campus is supported by a district energy distribution system. In addition to the technical challenges that are associated with a large campus, managing maintenance in the institutional environment is complex and it requires collaboration with numerous and varied stakeholders. Our purpose is to support the research and teaching mission and vision of the University through excellent maintenance planning, maintenance execution, and stewardship of resources.
Position Summary
Reporting to the Construction Superintendent, the General Foreman oversees daily operations and leads teams of any combination of the following: full-time and temporary ticketed trade journeypersons, non-ticketed trade apprentices, certified technicians, certified power engineers, certified building operators, and general labourers. They also oversee other non-architectural foremen (mechanical and electrical) from an overall multi-trade construction project execution and scheduling perspective.
Duties
- Construction site oversight assistance with TIM multi-trade projects and jobs
- Participating in weekly construction coordination meetings
- Orienting contractors to TIM construction sites
- Reviewing contractor field-level hazard assessments
- Assisting General Maintenance Lead Hands with purchasing equipment and materials
- Participating with annual performance appraisals for General Maintenance Lead Hands and General Maintenance Lead Hands and General Maintenance Workers under their supervision
Minimum Qualifications
- Grade 12 high school diploma
- Journeyperson Red Seal Certification in Carpentry with 10+ years of experience
- Minimum of 5 years of commercial and/or industrial foreman experience in related trade
- Computer proficiency
- Completion of the following Alberta Construction Safety Association (ACSA) courses: Construction Safety Training System 2020, Leadership for Safety Excellence, Construction Safety Administration, and Contractor Management
- Excellent working knowledge of Canadian and Alberta construction codes and standards
- Robust working knowledge of base building systems: plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and architectural components
- Strong working knowledge of the Alberta Occupational Health and Safety Act, Regulation and Code
Preferred Qualifications
- Other relevant ACSA courses
At the University of Alberta, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. If you require accommodations to participate in the interview process, please let us know at the time of booking your interview and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.
All University employees have a responsibility to foster a workplace that prioritizes safety in all its forms—physical, cultural, and psychological. This is achieved by promoting a safe environment, adhering to all safety laws, policies and procedures, completing all required safety training, identifying hazards and implementing controls, reporting incidents, and contributing to a culture of inclusivity and respect, while endeavoring to ensure that all colleagues feel valued and safe to express their thoughts, perspectives and concerns.
The University of Alberta is committed to creating a university community where everyone feels valued, barriers to success are removed, and thriving connections are fostered. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women, First Nations, Métis and Inuit persons, members of visible minority groups, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression, and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply.
L’Université de l’Alberta s’engage à créer une communauté universitaire où chaque personne se sent valorisée, où les obstacles à la réussite sont éliminés et où des connexions enrichissantes peuvent se développer. Nous accueillons les demandes de toutes les personnes qualifiées. Nous encourageons les femmes; Premières nations, Métis et Inuits; membres des groupes minoritaires visibles; personnes handicapées; personnes ayant une orientation sexuelle ou une identité et une expression sexospécifique; et tous ceux qui peuvent contribuer à la diversification des idées et à l'université à postuler.
ApplyNote: This opportunity will be available until midnight May 5, 2025, Edmonton, Alberta local time.