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E-14
TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
VIA: SERGIO GONZALEZ, CITY MANAGER
FROM: TANYA BRAGG, DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES & RISK MANAGEMENT
DATE: AUGUST 20, 2018
SUBJECT: CREATION OF NEW CLASSIFICATION – FACILITIES MAINTENANCE
FOREMAN
BACKGROUND:
On August 14, 2018, the Personnel Board met and approved the new classification specification of
Facilities Maintenance Foreman. The proposed action will be council’s approval of this classification.
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends the City Council take the following action:
1) Approve the newly created classification for the position of Facilities Maintenance Foreman.
ANALYSIS:
It is recommended that the City Council adopt the attached class specification for the newly created
classification of Facilities Maintenance Foreman. This will be a full time position within the Service
Employees International Union Local 347 (SEIU) Bargaining Unit working in the Azusa Public Works
Department.
Upon promotion of the incumbent filling one of the Street Maintenance Crew Supervisor positons in
Public Works, the department decided to review the existing classification specification to ensure the
duties of the position were reflected accurately. Upon review, it was determined that this particular
Street Maintenance Crew Supervisor position serves more as a Facilities Maintenance Foreman. In order
to attract the best candidates for the position it was necessary to create this new classification.
APPROVED
CITY COUNCIL
8/20/2018
CREATION OF NEW CLASSIFICATION – FACILITIES MAINTENANCE FOREMAN
August 20, 2018
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The recommended salary range for this classification is the same as the Street Maintenance Crew
Supervisor 8184 and the recommended monthly salary is:
Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5
$4,931.88 $5,178.46 $5,437.39 $5,709.26 $5,994.72
This position has been reviewed by the SEIU Bargaining Unit and approval was granted.
FISCAL IMPACT:
This position will take the place of the one existing vacant Street Maintenance Crew Supervisor and due
to the salary being the same, funding for this position is included in the 2018 – 2019 Fiscal Year Budget.
Prepared by: Reviewed and Approved:
Tanya Bragg Sergio Gonzalez
Director of Human Resources & City Manager
Risk Management
Attachment:
1) Facilities Maintenance Foreman Classification Specification
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CITY OF AZUSA
FACILITIES MAINTENANCE FOREMAN
DEFINITION
Under limited supervision, performs, plans, organizes, assigns, directs, and reviews
facilities maintenance activities and/or maintenance contract work for the Department
of Public Works.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The following functions are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all
of the listed functions and/or may be required to perform additional or different functions
from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.
Establishes policies and procedures relating to the preventive maintenance and repair
of various City facilities and buildings.
Performs, supervises, directs, and coordinates facilities and building maintenance;
inspects work performed to ensure compliance with established procedures.
Supervises the installation, servicing, and repairs of plumbing fixtures, heating and air
conditioning, electrical equipment and wiring, and any related facilities maintenance
activities.
Makes budget recommendations and monitors expenditures of allocated funds.
Receives schedules, monitors progress, and implements work requests and responds
to complaints regarding the level of maintenance services.
Operates light and heavy equipment; performs routine maintenance and repair on
equipment.
Determines products, materials, and equipment to be used in assigned work; may
interact with sales representatives; assists in the development and preparation of
specifications and bid documents, prepare purchase orders; maintains inventories so
that adequate materials, supplies, and tools are available; keep records of time,
materials, supplies, equipment, and work performed.
Coordinates major maintenance or construction projects with staff and contractors;
reviews plans and blueprints of proposed projects; inspects work performed by
contractors to ensure compliance with City regulations and standards; monitors
contracts and assists in the development of new contracts for outside services.
Makes specific work assignments to crew members and assists in preparing
performance evaluations; prepares and submits records and reports concerning
materials and equipment used.
ATTACHMENT 1
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Ensures work of crew is performed in a safe and efficient manner; trains subordinates in
semi-skilled operations, work methods, and safety practices and procedures.
Acts in the absence of the Public Works Supervisor, as assigned, in maintaining all
related operations.
Answers emergency calls from the public and other agencies taking appropriate action
such as requests for assistance at City buildings and facilities.
Administers city-wide lock and key operations.
Researches, prepares and presents reports, and maintains records.
Conduct maintenance staff meetings.
Performs other duties as required.
CLASS CHARACTERISTICS
This class is distinguished from Maintenance Worker by its responsibility to regularly
lead a crew in maintenance projects involving maintenance and repair of City buildings
and facilities.
QUALIFICATIONS GUIDELINES
Education and/or Experience
Any combination of education and/or experience that has provided the knowledge,
skills, and abilities necessary for satisfactory job performance. Example
combinations include a high school diploma or equivalent and two years of
experience in general building maintenance supplemented by specialized training
in building maintenance.
Knowledge and Skills
Knowledge of operations, services, and activities of a facility maintenance program.; the
principles, practices, methods, materials, and equipment used in the maintenance and
construction of facilities, including carpentry, electrical, plumbing, painting, custodial,
heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and work and energy conservation; the function,
purpose, and safe operation and maintenance of construction/maintenance power tools,
equipment, shop machinery, and a variety of hand tools; safety regulations and
procedures, including OSHA; NPDES regulations and requirements for annual
inspection and report of fixed facilities; the principles and practices of effective
supervision; Federal, State, and local laws and regulations as they pertain to building
issues, including Uniform Building Codes, Health and Safety Codes, and Fire, Electrical,
Plumbing, and Mechanical Codes.
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Ability to analyze data and information using established criteria, in order to determine
consequences and to identify and select alternatives. Ability to compare, count,
differentiate, measure and/or sort, as well as assemble, copy, record, and transcribe
data, and information. Ability to classify, compute, tabulate, and categorize data;
counsel, mediate, and/or provide first line supervision; motivate and train staff; advise
and provide interpretation regarding the application of policies, procedures, and
standards to specific situations; utilize a wide variety of advisory data and information,
such as regulations, blueprints, electrical and plumbing diagrams, work orders,
maintenance requests, contracts, purchase orders, requisition requests, time sheets,
performance evaluations, accident/incident reports, maintenance schedules, equipment
manuals, maps, job applications, equipment/supplies catalogs, hazardous materials
lists, correspondence, equipment warranty information, chemical reports, training
materials, technical bulletins, and general operating manuals; communicate effectively,
orally and in writing, with contract and City personnel, County Health Department
personnel, building inspectors, repair personnel, engineers, public safety personnel,
contractors, vendors, and the general public; use functional reasoning in performing
supervising, managing, leading, teaching, and directing; exercise the judgment,
decisiveness, and creativity required in situations involving the evaluation of information
against measurable criteria; and use a computer and related software to input, query,
and maintain data and/or conduct research.
MARGINAL FUNCTIONS
These are position functions which may be changed, deleted, or reassigned to
accommodate an individual with a disability.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Possession of and ability to maintain a valid Class C California’s Driver’s License and
a satisfactory driving record.
Environmental Conditions
Work is performed in a standard office setting and in the field; may be exposed to
dangerous machinery, extreme weather conditions, potential physical harm, and
hazardous chemicals; incumbents may be required to work extended hours including
evenings and weekends from time-to-time.
Physical Conditions
Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office
setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel,
crouch, reach, and twist; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of
weight of up to 50lbs; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement
and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard; and to verbally
communicate to exchange information.