Trades - Architectural Foreperson

Position:
Trades - Architectural Foreperson - Continuing

• Addtional Trades Premium* $0.75

Competition:
S Location/Dept:
Maintenance

Hours:
40.00 Monday-Friday - 12 Months

Start Date:
As soon as possible

Term of Employment:
Continuing

Salary:
$42.71 Per Hour

Posted:
JAN. 15, 2026

Application Deadline:
4:00 P.M., THURSDAY, JAN. 22, 2026

SUMMARY: (Please refer to Microsoft Teams/ConnectED/EmployeeServices/Documents/Support Staff/Job Evaluation/ Class Specifications)

Reports to and works under the direction of the Manager - Maintenance Services. Responsible for the oversight of

one or more services or divisions within the Facilities Branch. Provides supervision of tradespersons and support

staff within the functional area. Assigns resources including staff, vehicles, equipment and supplies to carry

out installation, maintenance, repair, and upgrading of District facilities, systems, and equipment.

Qualifications
Successful completion of a Secondary school graduation program or equivalent. Completion of post secondary B.C. Trades Qualification Certificate relevant to the specific trade - Carpentry.

May be required to hold additional ticket(s)/certificate(s) relevant to the trade (e.g., "B" or "C" welding

ticket, "A" or "B" gas ticket, backflow prevention, pesticide, Field Safety Representative (FSR).

Minimum of 5 years recent experience working in the trade. Skill in the use of tools of the trade.

Completion of recognized supervisory courses and 2 years of recent supervisory experience in the trade or equivalent supervisory experience.

Ability to supervise and coordinate internally and externally staffed work crews.

Good interpersonal, organizational and communications skills. Ability to use judgement and tact when providing information.

Ability to work independently, to make decisions and to take initiative.

Valid B.C. Driver's License. Safe driving record.

Experience in word processing, database and spreadsheet applications and computerized maintenance management programs. Working knowledge of budgeting processes and reports.

Physically capable of performing the duties of the position.

Current and thorough knowledge of related standards, practices, regulations, codes and methods.

Knowledge of WCB and WHMIS regulations. Safe work practices.

Some positions may require the knowledge of a language other than English.

Duties

• Schedules, organizes, assigns and supervises the daily work of the tradespersons and supporting crew members. Organizes, schedules, and supervises the daily activity of trades and contractors related to maintenance and projects. Monitors progress and performance of staff and contractors and initiates or recommends changes as required. Ensures contractors are appropriately qualified and hold appropriate insurance coverage.
• Inspects work during progress and, upon completion, ensures compliance to specifications, plans and/or standards.
• Coordinates activities with schools, departments, administrators and other staff to avoid or minimize disruptions.
• Assists in the selection of staff by reviewing applications, conducting or participating in interviews, and conducting reference checks.
• Responsible for on-the-job orientation/safety training. Ensures consistency of employees' performance. Provides input into employee evaluation. Consults with relevant District staff, clients, contractors, related professionals, and regulatory agencies, as required. Applies consultation results to plans and operations.
• Operates computer equipment as required. Maintains a variety of computerized records, status reports and work schedules. Ensures staff within functional area are utilizing the CMMS (WebWork) to track daily activities and report completion or status of work orders.
• Provides input into budget development. Prepares cost estimates for labour and material for projects. Schedules and manages projects within predetermined guidelines. Prepares specifications and scope of work for contract tenders. Reviews budget reports and discusses variances with the Manager. Monitors budgets and advises the manager of potential of cost overruns or problems that would significantly affect the cost of work.
• Ensures that safety measures are enforced on all work projects. Prepares relevant safe work procedures and ensures adherence by crews. Follows up to ensure completion of all accident and incident investigation and implementation of any resulting safety recommendations.
• Liaises with District and school based staff, outside agencies and other trades groups to clarify, explain and/or coordinate work activities. May be required to oversee the work of contractors and other non-District staff. Initiates and reviews tenders, recommends or selects contractors or service providers alone or in conjunction with Procurement Services.
• Orders materials and ensures availability. Maintains inventory of parts, supplies and equipment. Conducts reviews of inventories and reports specified inventory values for year-end or as required.
• Loads and unloads vehicles; transports materials and equipment as needed. Cleans, checks and confirms operational safety of vehicle and ensures staff within functional area perform all required operational checks.
• Remains current with changing technology, practices and equipment.
• Performs trades/technical duties.
• Applies safe work practices at all times. Performs duties required to ensure safety of buildings and occupants. Reports unsafe conditions.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Delta School District is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse environment. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, and we actively seek to create a workplace that accommodates the needs of all employees, including those with disabilities. If you require any accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact Chloe Mulder at , so we can provide the necessary support to ensure equal process.