Foreperson, Facilities Systems Maintenance

We are the Metropolitan Council, the regional government for the seven-county Twin Cities metropolitan area. We plan 30 years ahead for the future of the metropolitan area and provide regional transportation, wastewater, and housing services.

We are committed to supporting a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Metro Transit, a division of the Metropolitan Council, is the largest provider of public transit service in the Minneapolis-St. Paul seven-county metropolitan area and one of the country's largest public transit systems. Metro Transit operates bus, light rail and commuter rail service essential to the region's mobility, and provides resources for carpooling, vanpooling and bike commuting. Metro Transit helps people get where they're going, helps reduce the region's motor vehicle congestion problem and promotes a cleaner environment.

More information about us on our website.

How your work would contribute to our organization and the Twin Cities region:

We are seeking a Foreperson, Facilities System Maintenance. This position is responsible for providing facility systems training and guidance for the Metro Transit Facilities Maintenance personnel. To ensure the equipment and systems are maintained, and installed, for safe, efficient and continuous operation of all Metro Transit facilities and stations. To serve as the essential link of communication between vendors, management, engineers, operations, and the workforce.

• Maintain complex systems within the infrastructure of Metro Transit Facilities that include HVAC, boilers, system controls, wash racks, fire suspension, fire alarms, uninterrupted power supply, generators, lighting controls, landscape irrigation, overhead garage doors and openers, and programmable logic systems.
• Maintain integration with the BAS and system network. Monitor building systems at all metro Transit Facilities including daily troubleshooting through monitoring the network and remotely accessing these 24/7 systems providing continuous inspecting to achieve maximized efficiencies.
• Meet with contractors and vendors to oversee system programming and system upgrades, monitoring contractor and vendor performance. Inspect and certify completed work to verify conformance to specifications and regulations.
• Update system operating licenses. Monitor and follow requirements to keep system licenses current.
• Install monitoring sensors, make repairs and replace parts as necessary. Oversees inventory of repair parts, equipment and requisitions replacement stock and availability.
• Implement and maintains an immediate corrective feedback loop when subsequent failures of a repair or overhaul occur.
• Participate in the technical analysis of new equipment and repair techniques.
• Perform accurate record keeping of area's activities, general repairs, and problems encountered so repairs may be rescheduled or completed on a subsequent shift. Prepares a variety of comprehensive reports.
• Keep updated with current laws, regulations, and developments in areas related to maintenance operations and inform employees as needed. Train building facility technicians on building and automation system functions.
• Assist in the development or revision of department policies and procedures; works with manager to establish practices to maximize quality and quantity of work efforts.
• Serve as a resource to other Council technicians relative to Building Automation Systems. Stay current with market automations and facility upgrades.
• Perform job related work as apparent and assigned.

What education and experience are required for this job (minimum qualifications):

Any of the following combinations of experience Facility Maintenance experience of which at least 5 years of work experience to include related Facility Systems Maintenance experience, i.e., maintaining BAS and system network integration and complete education in Building Maintenance Technology or a related field.

• High school diploma or GED AND at least 7 years of Facility Maintenance experience.

• Associate's degree in building maintenance technology or related field.

License Requirements:

• Level 1 or 2 Building Operator Certification.

• Valid drivers' license and good driving record.

• Successful completion of Niagra 4 Certification within 6 months of hiring.

Desired Qualifications:

• State of Minnesota Chief Engineer's Grade C Boiler Operator License is desired.

• Previous technical leadership experience.

• Ability to be a serve as a resource to Facilities Technician and others relative to BAS (Building Automation Systems).

• Current with market automations and facility upgrades.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Verifiable knowledge and experience with building maintenance and repair practices and procedures.

• Verifiable knowledge and experience with various mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC controls and systems.

• Thorough knowledge of Public Facilities maintenance operations and safety, including FRA and BNSF requirements.

• Knowledge of care and supervision in the use of strong chemicals.

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

• Ability to effectively communicate in English and write routine reports and correspondence.

• Verifiable leadership and/or supervisory experience, with proven ability to coordinate and schedule activities, troubleshoot problems, work independently, and train staff.

Union/Grade: ATU/Grade 108
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Safety Sensitive: Yes, Non-DOT

Work Environment:
Work is performed in a maintenance garage setting. This position may require working in wet or hot, humid non-weather conditions, and in high precarious places. This position may also require working in outdoor weather conditions, extreme cold, risk of electrical shock and work with explosives.

Physical Requirements:
This position may require standing, walking, talking or hearing using hands to finger, handle or feeling and reaching with hands and arms, lifting up to fifty (50) pounds. May work near moving parts or equipment, in the presence of fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals and vibrations. May also be required to lift more than 100 pounds with assistance.