Maintenance Foreman

Maintenance Foreman
Pay Grade: 921
Location: Possum Kingdom
Vacancy Announcement

NATURE OF THE WORK
Safety Sensitive Position WC - 9102

BRIEF DESCRIPTION

The purpose of this position is to perform and oversee maintenance and construction functions for Brazos River Authority (BRA) parks, facilities, equipment, and dams. This is accomplished by supervising personnel; completing construction projects; inspecting BRA property and dams for needed repairs; performing maintenance functions; ensuring adequate equipment and supplies are available when needed; and performing flood gate operations when required. Responsibilities include maintaining a safety-oriented workplace and facilitating employee training; operating heavy equipment; performing equipment and vehicle maintenance and record keeping; inspecting the dams monthly; assisting with the annual budget preparation; interacting with other employees and the public; and any other duties as assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum six years' experience
• Valid Class C Drivers License and Good Driving Record
• Preferred: CDL License
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• High School Diploma - Awarded for the completion of High School.

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Creating honest, trusting, and successful working relationships with others (inside and outside the organization) by consistently demonstrating competence and reliability in job performance, and representing what is best about the organization through demonstrated principles, actions, and communications...
• Working with others to share expertise and achieve outcomes that benefit the organization; stepping in to fill necessary roles that others are unable or unwilling to do; demonstrating strong communication skills to others on the team through active listening, summarizing, facilitating and "bridge building"...
• Developing and maintaining cooperation and teamwork while leading a group of people; seeking the input of group members; valuing ethnic and cultural diversity on the team for the perspectives it provides; keeping team members informed; finding ways to resolve conflict within the group; and, articulating a mission or "vision" which motivates others towards the accomplishment of goals and objectives...
• The ability to understand, use and manage personal emotions to positively influence others, relieve stress, communicate effectively, demonstrate empathy, overcome challenges, and defuse conflict.
• Setting objectives which are specific and clearly communicated, measurable, challenging but realistically achievable, and time targeted...
• Staying motivated even when faced with inevitable delays, setbacks, policy shifts and disappointment.
• Taking responsibility for clarifying the expectations of others; acknowledging how personal decisions, actions, and standards of performance influence work accomplishments; accepting responsibility for work accomplishments; and recognizing changes required to achieve better results going forward...
• Effectively utilizing the skills of subordinates to accomplish work objectives; providing a degree of supervision, support and accessibility that is tailored to the subordinates` level of maturity and ability.
• Coaching employees to optimize performance and motivation; determining training and development needs; reviewing and setting performance standards for work assigned; providing advice and direction for employees` career and personal development so that their potential is realized. Fostering a culture of learning.
• Demonstrating self-motivation; effective performance is driven from within rather than being conditional on pressure from external factors (e.g. boss, peers, subordinates, deadlines, crises, etc.).

STARTING SALARY RANGE
$26.55 to $33.85 per hour. This is a non-exempt position.

POSTING DATE
January 12, 2024 Open until filled.

BENEFITS
Medical, Dental, Vision, TCDRS Retirement, 457/401, Life Insurance, LTD, Wellness Programs, Tuition Reimbursement, PTO, Holidays

BRAZOS RIVER AUTHORITY, EOE
The BRA was created by the Texas Legislature in 1929 and exists to develop, manage, and protect the water resources of the Brazos River Basin. Today, BRA's staff develops and distributes water supplies, provides water and wastewater treatment, monitors water quality, and pursues water conservation through public education programs. The BRA is looking for dedicated individuals who are team and customer-focused, perform their jobs ethically and with integrity, are adaptable and embrace diversity, seek innovative and creative ways to conduct business, have a desire to grow with a great organization, and are committed to the mission and goals of the BRA.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE
All applicants, including employees, must submit an online Application for Employment by way of the Brazos River Authority Website at www.brazos.org.

The Brazos River Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Women & Minorities are Encouraged to Apply