Equipment Operator Foreman - Concrete

This position will oversee the activities of the Concrete Maintenance Unit to include supervision of staff, scheduling, project scoping and estimating, assignment of projects and prioritization projects. Will provide recommendations for project/program improvements and efficiencies. Perform inspections to ensure worksite safety, quality of work and compliance with applicable regulatory standards, policies and procedures.

The Divisions within Transportation Maintenance are responsible for sidewalk maintenance, curb and gutter maintenance, asphalt maintenance, storm sewer maintenance, right of way mowing, downtown cleaning, resurfacing and pavement preservation, bridge maintenance and private development/utility inspections. The 218 person staff maintains over 1,130 miles of streets and sidewalks, over 33,000 curb ramps, 3.2 million linear feet of stormwater pipes and over 32,000 drainage inlets.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job‑related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

• Gathers and uses data to implement long range work plans for assigned unit
• Reviews and analyzes data reported in the City’s asset management (Cityworks) system for accuracy and works to improve the data reported in the system
• Recommends and oversees employee training and development
• Prepares and maintains reports, correspondence, records and other documentation
• Oversees daily operations of the volumetric concrete mixer and operator
• Oversees the operation and utilization of the volumetric concrete truck and supervising its operators
• Serves as a lead worker for snow/ice response and other natural disasters

High School diploma or G.E.D. equivalency; 3 to 5 years' experience in light to medium construction equipment operation, or related work

OR

Any equivalent combination of training and/or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be substituted

• Valid North Carolina Class C Driver's License with a satisfactory driving record, or the ability to obtain within 60 days of hire
• Valid North Carolina Class A Commercial Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record, or the ability to obtain within 90 days of hire

• Occupational hazards and applicable safety principles and practices
• Standard practices, methods and materials of assigned work
• Uses and properties of supplies and equipment

• Training crew members on the jobsite
• Providing direction to coworkers
• Operating assigned equipment

• Communicate with coworkers, supervisors, the general public and others to sufficiently exchange or convey information and to receive work directions
• Respond to emergency situations
• Maintain records and work-related documentation

Very Heavy:
Exerting more than 100 pounds of force occasionally, more than 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or more than 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Work is typically performed in an outdoor environment, construction site, and in a vehicle. Employees may occasionally work in a street environment (near moving traffic), confined space, warehouse environment, or shop environment.

There is frequent exposure to extreme cold (below 32 degrees), extreme heat (above 100 degrees), moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles and loud noises. Work is this position is occasionally exposed to individuals who are hostile or irate, individuals with known violent backgrounds, communicable diseases and/or toxic or caustic chemicals and substances.

City of Raleigh is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Accommodations for individuals with disabilities are provided upon request.