Working Foreman

This position is responsible for the lead supervision of a small crew in construction, maintenance, repair, and cleaning work. Employees form part of the work crew, with the Working Foreman supervising and assisting with hands-on work. The employee reports directly to the Mayor and/or their designee or Superintendent of Public Works.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES:

(All need not be performed in each position. Other related activities may be performed, although not listed.)

THE WORKING FORMAN HELPS DIRECT, PLAN, AND ORGANISE THE WORK OF THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS CREW AND PARTICIPATES IN ONE (1) OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING:

• Coordinates with the Superintendent of Public Works regarding the supervision of employees and assisting in the planning and organizing of the public works department and its related activities.
• Assist the Superintendent of Public Works in developing the annual budget.
• Coordinates with Administrative personnel in updating department records to include work activity, equipment maintenance, and safety protocols
• Rotates after-hours calls with the Superintendent of Public Works.
• Directs and participates in work activities, such as installing, repairing, and cleaning highway, storm, and sanitary sewer systems components.
• Snow and ice removal activities.
• Buildings and grounds maintenance activities.
• Installs, maintains, repairs, and cleans highway and sewer system components.
• Constructs, patches, and grades roads and installs new sidewalks.
• Works on excavation, drainage, and embankment projects.
• Cleans clogged pipes and sewer lines of roots, sludge, and debris.
• Cleans ditches, culverts, and basins.
• Plants and prune trees, grade lawns, rake leaves, cut grass and brush, plant flower
• beds, cut wood, and perform other ground maintenance activities.
• Dust, sweeps, and mops.
• Performs a wide variety of activities relating to the electrical, mechanical, and/or construction trades.
• Maintains and repairs equipment, including motorized equipment.
• Maintains and repairs sewer lift stations.
• Loads and unloads vehicles and trucks.
• Operates motor vehicles and power tools.
• Operates telephones and two-way radios for dispatching purposes.
• Reviews work in progress regularly with the Superintendent of Public Works and the Village Mayor.
• Operates a variety of automotive and mechanical equipment and tools.
• Instructs and supervises employees in properly and safely using materials, automotive and mechanical equipment, and tools.
• Maintains or oversees the maintenance of their department records, including personnel, attendance, work activity, and cost records.
• Responds to calls for assistance or complaints from citizens.
• Oversees the maintenance and repair of all department equipment and tools.
• Streetlight Maintenance

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS:

• Good knowledge of the public works department's activities, goals, and concerns.
• Good knowledge of the conditions and needs of the community pertaining to public works.
• Good knowledge of the equipment, methods, and procedures required to perform the assigned work efficiently.
• Good knowledge of specific hazards and safety precautions.
• Good knowledge of budget preparation and management.
• Good knowledge of the Charter of the Village.
• Good knowledge of New York State General Municipal Laws.
• Good knowledge of New York State Highway Laws.
• Good knowledge of the Uniform Traffic Control Devices Manual.
• Basic understanding of Electrical Systems.
• Ability to supervise the work of a crew.
• Ability to plan, organize, and expedite work activities.
• Ability to decide and apply appropriate procedures in a given situation.
• Ability to communicate orally in an effective manner.
• Ability to motivate and lead others.
• Ability to do heavy manual labor.
• Ability to operate the equipment and tools necessary for the job.
• Ability to follow instructions and plans.
• Ability to work with maps and diagrams.
• Ability to keep accurate, simple records, reports, and forms.
• Ability to measure and compute using basic math skills
• Ability to establish good working relationships with others.
• Ability to work under all weather conditions.
• Ability to respond to and assume leadership in emergencies.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Initiative; assertiveness; endurance; dependability; tact; good judgment; honesty
• Health and physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Two (2) years of paid full-time or its part-time equivalent experience performing mechanical or functional duties for which the jurisdiction's operations are designed.

PROMOTIONAL REQUIREMENTS: One (1) year of permanent status as a Laborer, Motor Equipment Operator, or similar title in the jurisdiction making the appointment.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: At the time of appointment, employees must possess the appropriate driver’s license for the vehicle(s) being operated. It is the jurisdiction’s responsibility to ensure that .

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• On call
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Pittsford, NY 14534 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Pittsford, NY 14534: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $25 - $30