Public Works Foreman

Town of Damariscotta•Damariscotta, ME

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Public Works Foreman works with the Town’s Highway Department to maintain transportation infrastructure and town properties year-round, including work near and along the Damariscotta River. The role involves varied outdoor tasks and supervising employees engaged in road, sidewalk, and drainage construction and maintenance. The Town describes this as a steady, year-round opportunity with a pay range starting at $25.50 per hour and benefits including health coverage, MPERS retirement, and paid time off. The current schedule is Monday through Thursday, 6:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and may change with the seasons. The successful candidate must be available for additional hours during winter and storm operations and must pass a pre-employment physical.

Requirements

High school graduation.
Valid Class B motor vehicle operator’s license; the posting specifies a Class B Maine Driver’s License.
Maine BLS and OSHA certifications.
At least 5 years of experience in road and drainage construction-related activities.
At least 3 years of supervisory experience.
At least 3 years of equipment operator experience, or an equivalent combination of experience and training.
Working knowledge of materials, methods, and techniques commonly used in street, sidewalk, and drainage construction.
Working knowledge of work hazards and applicable safety precautions.
Ability to plan, direct, and supervise a crew to achieve efficient results.
Ability to establish and maintain harmonious relationships with employees.
Availability for additional hours during wintertime and storm operations.
Ability to pass a pre-employment physical.

Nice To Haves

College degree or industry-related certification.

Responsibilities

Maintain the Town’s transportation infrastructure and properties year-round.
Plan, direct, and supervise a crew performing road and sidewalk maintenance activities.
Operate construction equipment, including trucks and front-end loaders, used in road construction work.
Supervise and direct employees operating and maintaining construction equipment.
Assess equipment and perform equipment maintenance.
Interpret engineering plans for road and sidewalk construction.
Schedule and review automotive and equipment repairs and servicing.
Inspect buildings and perform light building maintenance.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees.