Infrastructure Foreman - Public Services

Job description

JOB SUMMARY The Infrastructure Foreman is responsible for the supervision and coordination of skilled and unskilled employees in the construction, repair and maintenance of the Town’s streets and drainage system. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: • Supervises and assigns workers to projects • Inspects work areas to determine the type of work required and materials and equipment to be used; Establishes or adjusts work procedures to meet schedules. • Performs regular inspection of projects and workers to ensure that projects are completed properly and within budget limitations. • Orders supplies as necessary in accordance with department procedures. • Makes periodic inspections throughout the Town to observe progress of crews. • Advises the Division Chief on all pertinent issues as necessary. • Conducts training for employees in the safe operation of vehicles and equipment. • Observes and enforces all OSHA regulations that apply to the division; takes disciplinary action when safety procedures are violated. • Ensures that all trucks and equipment is maintained in a satisfactory condition. • Oversees the performance of routine maintenance and minor repairs to Division equipment. • Receives and responds to service requests and work orders. • Conducts data entry and utilizes department approved software in order track service requests, work orders, and asset management. • Makes determinations or recommendations on administrative issues including counseling, disciplinary actions, and performance evaluations; conducts administrative responsibilities such as attendance records etc. • Performs manual labor when needed. • Represents the Town and interacts with the public on a daily basis • May assume the duties and responsibilities of the Division Chief in his absence. • Performs other duties as required MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM WORK: • High School Diploma • Five (5) years prior work experience; • Valid South Carolina Driver’s License • Commercial Driver’s License required. • Or equivalent combination of education and experience; KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: • Knowledge of principles of gravity-fed drainage systems; • Knowledge of all phases of building construction (drainage systems, sidewalks, land clearing, etc.); • Knowledge of building and construction trades • Knowledge of operation and maintenance of heavy equipment and effective operating practices and techniques • Knowledge of department safety practices and techniques • Knowledge of various department tools and equipment • Ability to lead assigned personnel and manage assigned tasks • Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in written form • Ability to manage multiple tasks in a detailed and accurate manner • Ability to establish effective working relationships with employees • Ability to deal with members of the public in a tactful manner • Ability to read and interpret construction plans, diagrams and blue prints • Ability to work independently or as part of a team • Ability to work under adverse weather conditions. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The work requires moderate intermittent physical strength and effort daily, such as, lifting heavy objects (up to 50 lbs), carrying the object(s) and stacking them or placing them in a vehicle or storage area. In addition, pulling, pushing, standing, or walking for the full workday may also be involved. A great deal of physical effort must be exerted at this level. Employee must have adequate hearing and visual capability in order to perform this job safely. Travel, particularly during adverse weather conditions and troublesome road conditions and at times during the evening hours is required. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment involves continuous presence of unpleasant or irritating elements, such as considerable noise, odors, chemical fumes, dust, smoke, heat, cold, oil, dirt or grease. Work is continually performed outdoors, regardless of weather conditions. Includes work under typical shop conditions or outdoor work. Work may involve occasional work at heights or in confined or cramped quarters, or work around machinery and its moving parts. Employees will be required to work beyond normal business hours in response to natural disasters, emergencies, and Town special events. This employee is on call in order to support Town efforts. To deliver superior performance in a manner that is distinctive and impactful to each person served and that establishes a standard for quality that endures for generations.