Crew Foreman of Emergency Litter and Debris Operations

City of Chattanooga•Chattanooga, TN

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Crew Foreman supervises and performs field, maintenance, construction, and administrative work for the City’s stormwater, sewer, green infrastructure, and related public works operations. The role directs assigned staff, schedules and inspects work, coordinates projects and resources, provides technical guidance and training, and ensures compliance with safety requirements and applicable laws and regulations. The position also coordinates with other departments, contractors, agencies, and the public, and may be assigned to any division within the department. Work may include sewer and stormwater pipe installation, repair, inspection, cleaning, and sealing; maintenance and construction of green infrastructure and ornamental horticulture systems; care of City plants and public areas; invasive-species and integrated pest management; equipment and vehicle maintenance; inventory and procurement; contractor oversight; budget input; recordkeeping; and preparation of plans, reports, maps, and other documentation. The foreman may also supervise or assist with street and roadway work and other manual department tasks. The position operates a variety of vehicles, equipment, machinery, and tools and transports workers, equipment, and materials. The position is based at 900 E. 11th Street (Paul F. Clark Building). The stated schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 A.M. to 4:30 P.M. EST, though hours may vary with assignments or projects. It is a non-exempt, safety-sensitive position deemed essential during inclement weather; the incumbent may be required to report to or remain at work during administrative closings. Pre-employment screening includes a background check, drug screening, and lift test. The City provides reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Three years of experience is preferred, with additional requirements depending on assignment.
For pipe installation assignments: one year of experience as a crew member performing construction, installation, and maintenance of sewer or stormwater pipes and structures, supplemented by administrative-duty experience and two years of OSHA safety training and/or experience related to sewer or stormwater construction and maintenance.
Valid driver’s license.
Must be able to obtain a Tennessee Department of Agriculture Commercial Pesticide Applicator Certification within six months of hire.
May be required to obtain a Pipeline Assessment and Certification Program (PACP) certificate.
Knowledge of supervisory and work-scheduling principles; applicable trade tools and equipment; electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, and building mechanical systems; street construction and maintenance; sewer and stormwater systems; masonry; confined-space procedures; sewer-line surveying; green infrastructure, turfgrass, plant species, horticultural pesticides and chemicals; recordkeeping; laws and regulations; budgeting; and safe work practices.
Skill in supervising, monitoring, and evaluating staff; prioritizing and assigning work; developing and monitoring budgets; preparing specifications; interpreting technical specifications, blueprints, and drawings; operating heavy equipment; applying regulations and procedures; performing manual labor; resolving problems and hazardous situations; maintaining equipment and trucks; training staff; inspecting work for compliance; maintaining records; and communicating effectively.
Must meet regular attendance requirements and maintain effective working relationships with staff, coworkers, managers, and citizens.
Must be able to perform the essential job functions in a timely manner, with or without reasonable accommodations.
Pre-employment background check, drug screening, and lift test required.
Physical demands typically include climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions.
Medium work: exerting up to 50 pounds occasionally, up to 20 pounds frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects.
May be exposed to moving mechanical parts, electrical currents, vibrations, fumes, odors, dust, gases, poor ventilation, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, workspace restrictions, intense noise, and travel.

Nice To Haves

Membership in the American Horticulture Society, American Society for Horticultural Science, American Nursery and Landscape Association, Professional Grounds Management Society, Professional Landcare Network, or another relevant professional organization.
Pipeline Assessment and Certification Program (PACP) certificate may be required, depending on assignment.

Responsibilities

Supervise, direct, evaluate, train, and support assigned staff, including assigning and monitoring work, addressing employee concerns, and completing performance appraisals.
Coordinate daily work activities and projects, prioritize and schedule assignments, monitor progress, inspect completed work, and provide technical guidance on complex situations.
Ensure compliance with established safety procedures, including OSHA and MUTCD requirements, and maintain safe work zones and work environments.
Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and City laws, regulations, permits, and requirements related to landscaping, forestry, green infrastructure, sewer, and stormwater work.
Coordinate work with other City departments, contractors, outside agencies, and other parties; respond to requests from City departments.
Develop long-term goals, projects, plans, blueprints, specifications, and maintenance schedules, and coordinate with planners on capital projects.
Prepare or receive work orders; estimate job costs and effort; schedule crews and coordinate equipment, personnel, and materials; inspect project sites and completed work, including landscaping replacement.
Oversee department equipment operations and maintenance, provide equipment-use and repair instruction, monitor inventory, and coordinate procurement, deliveries, restocking, and repairs.
Supervise and perform equipment, vehicle, tool, and work-area cleaning and maintenance; inspect equipment, monitor safe and efficient operation, and report or coordinate repairs.
Supervise and perform technical work installing and repairing sewer and stormwater pipes and structures, including staging materials and ensuring compliance with trenching and soil-safety requirements.
Supervise, perform, and train staff in green infrastructure, horticulture, and construction maintenance; select, plant, and maintain trees, shrubs, flowers, turfgrasses, and other plants in public areas.
Identify invasive species, pests, and weeds; develop control plans; design and maintain planting beds; recommend replacement plants; prepare fertilization, pest-management, and irrigation schedules; and apply regulated pesticides, herbicides, and fertilizers while keeping application records.
Inspect contractors’ work and coordinate with contractors to ensure work meets City expectations.
Operate sewer inspection, grouting, and cleaning equipment to identify and resolve sewer collection system problems; document findings and recommend repairs or other corrective actions.
Oversee sewer overflow and related sample collection, chain-of-custody documentation, laboratory submissions, and combination sewer cleaning truck crews.
Provide budget input, assess equipment needs, assist with budgets and bid specifications, prepare purchase orders, and investigate accounting discrepancies.
Perform administrative tasks, including approving timesheets and leave requests, preparing payroll sheets, reporting accidents or injuries, reconciling vehicle repair billing, and maintaining operational logs.
Maintain and update blueprints, construction plans, street and sewer maps, field sketches, and video libraries.
Prepare, process, review, and maintain operational, personnel, safety, inventory, payroll, procurement, vehicle, project, and other records and documents.
Use computers and office equipment to enter and manage data, use relevant software, perform basic system maintenance, and coordinate service or repairs.
As needed, supervise or assist with roadway construction and maintenance, street inspection, right-of-way clearing, vegetation cutting, and street sweeping.
Supervise and assist with manual department work, such as locating and opening manholes, repairing sewer structures, troubleshooting equipment or electrical problems, using traffic-control markers, flagging traffic, and moving materials.
Operate department vehicles, machinery, tools, and equipment; load, unload, and transport equipment and materials; and transport workers to work sites.
Communicate with supervisors, employees, other departments, contractors, vendors, the public, agencies, and others to coordinate activities, exchange information, and resolve problems.
Maintain knowledge of applicable regulations and developments in the profession, attend training as appropriate, and meet attendance and interpersonal expectations.
Use, carry, and answer a cell phone as required by job duties and departmental direction; report to or remain at work during inclement weather administrative closings when directed.
Perform other duties as assigned.