Foreman - Public Works

40 HOURS PER WEEK POSITION

Under general supervision, provides leadership and direction of subordinate crew members in the Streets & Drainage Division of the Public Works Department in maintenance of roadways. Work involves supervising assigned crews; assigning and scheduling work; completing work documentation; performing the work of the crew as needed; and training new employees. Reports to the Superintendent.

ONE CURRENT VACANCY. Under general supervision, provides leadership and direction of subordinate crew members in the Streets & Drainage Division of the Public Works Department in maintenance of roadways. Work involves supervising assigned crews; assigning and scheduling work; completing work documentation; performing the work of the crew as needed; and training new employees. Reports to the Superintendent.

• Coordinates with Superintendents to determine projects; maintains roadways of concrete and asphalt, curbs, and bridges; responds to road hazards.
• Supervises work crews; schedules job activities and functions; monitors subordinates’ performance and attendance.
• Communicates safety procedures and expectations; inspects worksite and equipment; reports incidents.
• Inventories and orders supplies.
• Receives and/or reviews various records and reports such as daily reports, work orders, and verbal instructions.
• Prepares and/or processes various records and reports such as progress reports, inspection sheets, daily / weekly schedules, weekly and daily reports, inventory, annual leave schedules, accident reports, employee evaluations, FEMA documentation, etc.
• As necessary refers to instruction manuals, safety manuals, material safety data sheets, maps, employee policy manual, policy and procedure manuals, codes / laws / regulations, publications and reference texts, etc.
• Supervises operation of dump truck, flatbed truck, bucket truck, bobcat, backhoe, excavator, bush hog, skid steer, bulldozer, excavator, curb dresser, etc.
• Operates and supervises operation of a variety of vehicles, equipment, and machinery such as pickup truck, passenger van, lawn mower, chipper, air compressor, electric saws, drills, pumps, weed eater, jack hammer, etc.
• Uses and supervises use of a variety of tools such as shovel, rake, sledgehammer, hammer, cement trowel, saws,, etc.; a variety of supplies such as paper products, lumber, wood, metal sheeting, cement, concrete, sand, limestone, wood dunnage, lubricants, gases, general office supplies, etc.
• May serve as a laborer on the job sites.
• Performs minor maintenance work on vehicles including tire pressure, fluids, washing, etc.
• Operates computer and printer with a variety of computer software such as Microsoft Office, Internet Explorer, etc.
• Interacts and communicates with various groups and individuals such as Superintendent, subordinates, other City employees, and the general public; may interact with Administrators, Council members, and contractors.
• Works emergency stand‑by duty on a rotating basis.
• Remains on call after work hours when required.
• Essential duty status position, will be required to report to work during emergency situations, including, but not limited to, city‑wide declared emergencies.

• Performs light filing and computer work.
• Assists other employees with completing paperwork and interpreting materials.
• Supervises employees from another division as directed by Superintendent.
• Trains new employees.
• May perform the shooting of elevations.
• Assists with setting up seasonal decorations, erecting barricades, chauffeuring individuals, etc. as required.

Performs other related duties as required. Requires a high school diploma, GED, HiSet, or equivalent certification of competency with three years of experience in roadway maintenance or construction; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience, which provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities. Must possess a valid Louisiana Class D driver’s license.

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