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Street Operations Foreperson (2020 DRAFT)Position Description Position: Street Operations Foreperson FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Pay Grade: 9 Approved: September 26, 2016DRAFT DESCRIPTION OF WORK General Statement of Duties: Performs all functions of a Street Maintenance II employee including street, storm water, and equipment maintenance and repair, snow removal, and building or fleet maintenance; assists Street Operations Manager in planning and directing the department’s operations and staff; may coordinate with City Engineer on projects and operations. This is a working foreperson position with the majority of time spent in the field. Immediate Supervisor: Street Operations Manager Supervises: NoneSeasonal Staff Provides Work Direction to: Assist in assigning work to all Street Department EmployeesStreet Maintenance I/II MAJOR JOB FUNCTIONS 1. Maintain Streets: a. Follow Standard Operating Procedures and Street Replacement Policy in maintenance of City streets b. Perform all aspects of street maintenance and function as part of street maintenance team 2. Snow Removal Operations: a. Monitor weather conditions and dispatch snow plow operators b. Assist with coordination among Parks and Utility Departments to ensure their staff are trained and available to assist c. Drive plow vehicles and equipment as part of City snow removal route assignments 3. City Storm Sewer and PondStorm Water System Maintenance: a. Assist in inspection and maintenance of storm sewer and pondwater utility system b. Perform storm sewer and pondwater utility system maintenance and function as part of maintenance team 4. City Fleet Maintenance: a. Assist in oversight of mechanic(s) and operations of fleet maintenance b. Perform fleet maintenance and repair duties 5. Assist in Managing ProjectsProject Management and Work Direction: a. Assist Street Operations Manager in coordinating all aspects of projects once approved by City Council b. Serve as liaison with vendors and ensure supplies are on site for projects as requested by the Street Operations Manager b. Assist Street Operations Manager in direction of work crew including scheduling work flow and project 6. Policies and Procedures: a. Recommend departmental operations improvements and changes to supervisor to improve efficiency and work flow b. Monitor operations to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, rules and ordinances b.c. Ensure safety procedures are followed 7. Other Duties and Responsibilities: a. Keep Street Operations Manager informed of Department activities and relevant matters b. Attend City Council and other board and commission meetings as requested c. Address citizen resident questions and concerns d. Maintain phone communication for emergency response. c.e. Provides strong communication, teamwork and works closely with other departments for the betterment of the City. 8. Provide Work Direction: a. Assist Street Operations Manager in direction of work crew including scheduling work flow and project b. Ensure staff follows safety procedures 9.8. General a. Treat fellow employees with respect and integrity b. Promote a positive and motivating environment c. Provide exceptional customer service d. Confer with supervisor, peers, and employees to discuss and resolve issues e. Make decisions that are always in the best interest of the City f. Perform other duties and projects as assigned g. Follow all safety policies and procedures h. Follow all City policies and procedures a. Follow all safety policies and procedures b. Follow all City policies and procedures c. Treat fellow employees with respect d. Promote a positive and motivating environment e. Provide exceptional customer service to residents, developers, elected and appointed officials f. Make decisions that are always in the best interest of the City, its residents and businesses g. Perform other duties and projects as assigned h. Confer with supervisor, peers, and employees to discuss issues and resolve issues KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES  Demonstrable knowledge of and experience in all aspects of street maintenance and street construction, snow plowing operations, storm water and pond maintenance and construction, and fleet maintenance  Demonstrable knowledge of and experience in scheduling, managing, and overseeing projects including safety practices, working with contractors and engineers, resolving work site and contract conflicts, and applicable State and Federal laws  Considerable skill in the operation of heavy and light equipment and department tools  Working ability to occasionally perform heavy manual labor, sometimes under adverse weather conditions and during abnormal hours  Ability to communicate clearly, professionally, effectively, and precisely both verbally and in writing  Applied knowledge of standard office and Street Department related computer applications  Ability to resolve and diffuse conflicts  Ability to understand, manage, and communicate complex ideas, projects, and situations  Ability to work independently and as part of a team and to coordinate work with other departments and to lead multi-departmental or multi-jurisdictional projects.  Ability to plan, prioritize and organize the department’s work  Strong sense of honesty, integrity, and credibility MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 1. Five years of experience in maintenance of public infrastructure or comparable construction experience 2. Three years of supervisory experience 3. Project management experience 4. A valid Class A commercial driver’s license 5. A High School Diploma or GED PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 1. Experience working for a growing city or county 2. Management experience PHYSICAL REQUIRMENTS The physical requirements checked on the attached sheet are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Note: This job description does not constitute a contract or employment agreement.