Foreperson

Road Commission for Oakland County•West Bloomfield Township, MI

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Foreperson exercises first-line supervision over highway maintenance crews in a maintenance district under the direction of a district superintendent. The position assigns daily work, supplies, and materials; travels throughout the district to oversee and assist crews; and observes roadways to determine maintenance needs. The Foreperson also works with citizens, local officials, utility representatives, contractors, and employees, and may assume additional duties when the Superintendent is absent. Regular and predictable onsite attendance is an essential function. The daily schedule must support RCOC hours of operation, and the position requires a high response to expected overtime. The role is within a bargaining unit and subject to the existing collective bargaining agreement. The employer describes the benefits package as attractive.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least three years of progressively more responsible experience in highway maintenance or a related field.
Ability to prepare reports, perform calculations, keep records, and deal effectively with others, including through current information-processing systems, software, and electronic communication.
Ability to make decisions based on specific instructions or existing policies and procedures, and to plan and analyze district activities to ensure they meet established procedures or standards.
Professional communication skills to handle frequent internal contact with employees and regular contact with external persons.
Ability to tolerate frequent exposure to unpleasant and/or hazardous working conditions.
Possess and maintain a Michigan CDL-A driver's license.
Must be legally eligible to work in the United States and possess a valid driver's license.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of winter maintenance, pothole patching, asphalt and concrete repair, ditching, drainage, and equipment operation such as a grader and shovel.

Responsibilities

Assign daily work, supplies, and materials to highway maintenance crews.
Travel throughout the district to oversee, advise, and assist work crews, and observe roadways to identify necessary maintenance.
Meet with citizens and investigate their inquiries.
Attend meetings with local officials and utility company representatives as required.
Monitor contractor activity.
Participate in employee relations matters, including grievances; assist with performance appraisals and provide coaching when appropriate.
Periodically participate in new-hire interviews and assist in selecting new employees.
Periodically assume additional duties when the Superintendent is absent.
Perform duties professionally and courteously to promote a positive image of RCOC.
Maintain regular and predictable onsite attendance and a daily schedule that supports RCOC operating hours.