Infrastructure Foreman - Public Services

Town of Mount Pleasant•Mount Pleasant, SC

74d•$29 - $36•Onsite

About The Position

The Infrastructure Foreman is responsible for the supervision and coordination of skilled and unskilled employees in the construction, repair and maintenance of the Town’s streets and drainage system.

Requirements

High School Diploma
Five (5) years prior work experience
Valid South Carolina Driver’s License
Commercial Driver’s License required.
Or equivalent combination of education and experience
Knowledge of principles of gravity-fed drainage systems
Knowledge of all phases of building construction (drainage systems, sidewalks, land clearing, etc.)
Knowledge of building and construction trades
Knowledge of operation and maintenance of heavy equipment and effective operating practices and techniques
Knowledge of department safety practices and techniques
Knowledge of various department tools and equipment
Ability to lead assigned personnel and manage assigned tasks
Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in written form
Ability to manage multiple tasks in a detailed and accurate manner
Ability to establish effective working relationships with employees
Ability to deal with members of the public in a tactful manner
Ability to read and interpret construction plans, diagrams and blue prints
Ability to work independently or as part of a team
Ability to work under adverse weather conditions.

Responsibilities

Supervises and assigns workers to projects
Inspects work areas to determine the type of work required and materials and equipment to be used; Establishes or adjusts work procedures to meet schedules.
Performs regular inspection of projects and workers to ensure that projects are completed properly and within budget limitations.
Orders supplies as necessary in accordance with department procedures.
Makes periodic inspections throughout the Town to observe progress of crews.
Advises the Division Chief on all pertinent issues as necessary.
Conducts training for employees in the safe operation of vehicles and equipment.
Observes and enforces all OSHA regulations that apply to the division; takes disciplinary action when safety procedures are violated.
Ensures that all trucks and equipment is maintained in a satisfactory condition.
Oversees the performance of routine maintenance and minor repairs to Division equipment.
Receives and responds to service requests and work orders.
Conducts data entry and utilizes department approved software in order track service requests, work orders, and asset management.
Makes determinations or recommendations on administrative issues including counseling, disciplinary actions, and performance evaluations; conducts administrative responsibilities such as attendance records etc.
Performs manual labor when needed.
Represents the Town and interacts with the public on a daily basis
May assume the duties and responsibilities of the Division Chief in his absence.
Performs other duties as required