Crew Foreman of Emergency Litter and Debris Operations

City of Chattanooga•Chattanooga, TN

11d•$25 - $31•Onsite

About The Position

The Crew Foreman is the third level of a three-level series in the Public Works CWS Storm Water Maintenance & Operations Department. The position supervises and performs work involving emergency litter and debris operations, stormwater and sewer systems, green infrastructure, horticulture, equipment maintenance, and related public works activities. The foreman directs staff and work assignments, coordinates projects and resources, monitors safety and regulatory compliance, maintains records and inventories, and communicates with City departments, contractors, agencies, vendors, and the public. The role is essential during inclement weather and may be assigned or reassigned to any division within the department. The position is based at 900 E. 11th Street (Paul F. Clark Building). Regular hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. EST, though hours may vary with work assignments or projects. This is a non-exempt position. It requires pre-employment background, drug, and lift-test screening.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED; the posting states this qualification and three years of experience are preferred, with additional requirements depending on assignment.
For pipe installation assignments: one year of experience as a crew member constructing, installing, and maintaining sewer/stormwater pipes and structures, supplemented by administrative-duty experience and two years of OSHA safety training and/or experience related to sewer/stormwater construction and maintenance.
Valid driver's license.
Must obtain a Tennessee Department of Agriculture Commercial Pesticide Applicator Certification within six months of hire.
May be required to obtain Pipeline Assessment and Certification Program (PACP) certification.
Knowledge of supervisory and work-scheduling principles; electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, and building mechanical systems; trade tools and equipment; 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; applicable laws and regulations; budgeting; and safe work practices.
Ability to monitor and evaluate staff, prioritize and assign work, develop and monitor budgets, prepare specifications, interpret technical specifications and plans, operate heavy equipment, apply regulations, perform manual labor, assess alternatives and hazards, handle multiple tasks, maintain equipment and trucks, train staff, inspect work for compliance, maintain records, and communicate effectively.
Must meet regular attendance requirements and maintain good interpersonal relationships with staff, coworkers, managers, and citizens.
Must accomplish essential job functions in a timely manner, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Pre-employment background check, drug screening, and lift test are required.
The position is safety-sensitive; assignment and child-sensitive requirements depend on area of assignment.

Nice To Haves

Three years of experience is preferred, with the applicable area of assignment determining additional requirements.
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) certification may be required.

Responsibilities

Supervise, direct, evaluate, train, and support assigned staff, including assigning work, addressing employee concerns, and completing performance appraisals.
Coordinate daily work activities, prioritize assignments, monitor work progress, inspect completed work, and provide technical assistance on complex situations.
Enforce safety procedures, including OSHA and MUTCD requirements, safe work-zone setup, and applicable trenching and soil-safety requirements.
Ensure compliance with applicable Federal, State, and City laws, regulations, permits, and requirements concerning landscaping, forestry, green infrastructure, sewer, and stormwater work.
Coordinate work with City departments, contractors, outside agencies, and other parties.
Develop long-term goals, project plans, specifications, and maintenance schedules; coordinate capital-project design and planning.
Plan and coordinate projects, process work orders, estimate labor and costs, schedule crews, arrange equipment and materials, and inspect project sites and completed work.
Oversee operation, preventive maintenance, repair, and inventory of department equipment, tools, vehicles, supplies, and parts; train employees in equipment use and repair.
Supervise and perform sewer and stormwater pipe and structure installation, repair, inspection, cleaning, and sealing, including staging materials and equipment and operating sewer inspection and cleaning systems.
Supervise and perform green-infrastructure, horticultural, landscape, and construction maintenance, including planting and caring for trees, shrubs, flowers, turf, and other plants in public areas.
Identify invasive species, pests, and weeds; develop control plans and prepare fertilization, integrated pest management, and irrigation schedules; apply pesticides, herbicides, and fertilizers in accordance with guidelines and record applications.
Inspect contractor work and coordinate with contractors to ensure work quality meets City expectations.
Use sewer inspection and cleaning equipment to identify and resolve sewer collection system problems; document defects and recommend repair, replacement, sealing, or lining actions.
Supervise sampling of sewer overflow materials, maintain chain-of-custody documentation, and forward samples for laboratory analysis.
Provide budget input, evaluate equipment needs, assist with budgets and bid specifications, prepare purchase orders, and investigate accounting discrepancies.
Perform administrative duties, including processing timesheets and leave requests, preparing payroll documents, reporting accidents, reconciling repair billing, and maintaining operational logs.
Maintain and update blueprints, construction plans, street and sewer maps, video libraries, and other records; prepare reports, forms, correspondence, work requests, maps, diagrams, and related documents.
Operate computers and office equipment to enter, retrieve, and update information and coordinate service or repair as needed.
As needed, supervise and assist with roadway construction and maintenance, manual department tasks, traffic control, heavy-material handling, equipment operation, and transportation of workers and materials.
Communicate and exchange information with supervisors, employees, departments, contractors, vendors, agencies, and the public; maintain current knowledge of relevant regulations and professional practices.
Meet attendance requirements, maintain professional working relationships, use a cell phone when required by job duties, and perform other assigned duties.
Report to or remain at work during inclement weather when designated as essential, including when administrative closings are announced.