Maintenance Working Foreman

The Department of Mental Health (DMH) is seeking a dynamic candidate to participate in the upkeep, maintenance, repair and/or alteration of state buildings and related structures at the Brockton Multi Service Center (BMSC).

Please Note:  This position is 40 hours per week.  The selected candidate will work Monday through Friday from 7:00 am to 3:30 pm.  Days off are Sunday/Saturday.

Duties and Responsibilities (these duties and responsibilities are not all inclusive):

• Oversees and participates in the work, maintenance and repair of the facility and related structure at BMSC and state operated group living environments.
• Maintains records and prepares reports to provide information concerning work progress, work completed, costs, problems encountered, equipment and materials used, and to make recommendations concerning assigned activities.
• Oversees and participates in capital improvements, preventative maintenance and emergency repairs.
• Coordinate/participate in ice and snow removal
• Procures contractors to perform essential building maintenance at the facility by assessing building condition and going through the contractor procurement process.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of the type's safety practices and procedures followed in building maintenance and repair work.
• Skills in using small hand tools, such as pliers, hammers, screwdrivers, wrenches, etc.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as plans, specifications, blueprints, drawings, job layouts and schematics.
• Knowledge of the standard preventive maintenance procedures followed in connection with building structures.
• Ability to supervise, including planning and assigning work according to the nature of the job to be accomplished, the determining subordinates' training need for disciplinary action and either recommending or initiating disciplinary action.

DMH Mission Statement:

The Brockton Multi Service Center provides comprehensive services to mentally ill adults and children.  Programs include Case Management, Adult Community Clinical Services program and a Program of Assertive Community Treatment (PACT) team.  The Brockton Multi Service Center is a Joint Commission certified facility. In all we always aspire to create an environment which promotes growth and independence for clients, families, and employees alike.  

Pre-Hire Process:

A criminal background check will be completed on the recommended candidate as required by the regulations set forth by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services prior to the candidate being hired. For more information, please visit http://www.mass.gov/hhs/cori.

Education, licensure and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division's Hiring Guidelines.

Education and license/certification information provided by the selected candidate(s) is subject to the Massachusetts Public Records Law and may be published on the Commonwealth's website.

If you require assistance with the application/interview process and would like to request an ADA accommodation, please click on the link and complete the   Reasonable Accommodation Online Request Form

For questions regarding this requisition, please contact Executive Office of Health and Human Services Human Resources at (508) 977-3383.

First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.
Minimum Entrance Requirements:
Applicants must have at least two years of full-time, or equivalent part- time, experience in building maintenance, repair and/or construction or in a building construction trade. 
Special Requirements: 
1. Based on assignment, possession of a current and valid Massachusetts
 Motor Vehicle Operator's License may be required. 
2. Based on assignment, incumbents may be required to possess the appropriate certification or licensure as a pesticide applicator in accordance with the rules and regulations of the Massachusetts Pesticide Board of the Department of Food and Agriculture (Code of Massachusetts Regulations #333 1.00 through 10.00).
 

Comprehensive Benefits

When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.

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An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer.  Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.