Village Foreman

Salary: Based on experience, salary range $25.00-$35.64 per hour

Reports To: Director of Public Works

General Purpose

Benefits of working for the Municipality of Woodstock include:

· Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance.

· Competitive wages.

· Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance.

· Vermont Municipal Employees Retirement System (VMERS) - includes employer and employee contributions.

· 10 days of paid vacation earned per year (starting).

· 15 days of paid sick leave earned per year (starting).

· 12 paid holidays per year.

· Two paid personal days per year (16 hours).

· The Municipality provides short term disability, long term disability, life, and AD & D insurances to eligible employees.

· Bereavement leave.

· Wellness Benefit - The Municipality pays 75% of an employee’s membership to the Woodstock Recreation Center’s Fitness Center or Woodstock Athletic Club bought each quarter.

· Employee Development – The municipality encourages employees to continue their education and currently offers a reimbursement program for 100% of the direct costs of the course or program that an employee is enrolled in.

The Village Foreman is responsible for the daily supervision and coordination of public works operations within the Village of Woodstock. This position provides hands‑on leadership to Village public works staff, ensuring safe, efficient maintenance and improvement of Village streets, sidewalks, stormwater infrastructure, the Village green, and related public facilities.

Working under the general direction of the DPW Director, the Village Foreman organizes work crews, prioritizes projects, monitors work quality and safety, and assists with planning, budgeting, and project coordination consistent with Village policies, the applicable collective bargaining agreement, and relevant Vermont and federal laws.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Operations & Maintenance
  • Plan, assign, and oversee daily work on:
    • Village streets and rights-of-way (patching, grading, minor paving coordination, sweeping, signage).
    • Sidewalk and curb maintenance.
    • Winter operations: plowing, sanding, salting, and snow removal.
    • Stormwater and drainage systems (culverts, ditches, catch basins).
    • Village green, common areas, and other public properties as assigned.
  • Inspect infrastructure and identify maintenance and repair needs, reporting priorities and recommendations to the DPW Director.
• Supervision of Staff
  • Direct, coordinate, and monitor the work of Village public works crew members on a daily basis.
  • Train staff in safe and proper operation of vehicles, tools, and equipment in accordance with OSHA/VOSHA and Village safety policies.
  • Provide input to the DPW Director regarding employee performance, training needs, and disciplinary issues, consistent with Village personnel policies and the union agreement.
• Equipment, Vehicles, and Materials
  • Oversee proper use, routine inspection, and basic maintenance of public works trucks, plows, loaders, mowers, and related equipment.
  • Coordinate with mechanics or outside vendors for major repairs or scheduled servicing.
  • Monitor inventories of sand, salt, gravel, asphalt patch, culverts, and other supplies, and provide restocking recommendations to the DPW Director.
• Project Support and Coordination
  • Assist the DPW Director in planning and implementing capital and maintenance projects.
  • Coordinate field work with contractors, utilities, and other departments as directed.
  • Help set up and maintain appropriate traffic control and work zone safety at job sites.
• Compliance and Recordkeeping
  • Support compliance with applicable safety, environmental, and transportation requirements.
  • Maintain or assist in maintaining work logs, equipment use records,…