Waste Management Foreman - Public Services

Town of Mount Pleasant•Mount Pleasant, SC

33d•$30 - $37•Onsite

About The Position

The Waste Management Foreman is responsible for the supervision and coordination of skilled and un-skilled employees engaged in the collection of refuse and yard debris/Construction and Demolition (C&D) material in accordance with established standards and routes.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED, and five (5) years prior work experience
Or equivalent combination of education and experience
Valid South Carolina Driver’s license
Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)
Knowledge of principles, practices and techniques of waste management collection and transportation
Ability to establish effective working relationships with employees
Ability to lead personnel with various levels of experience and education
Ability to manage multiple tasks in a detailed and accurate manner
Ability to implement department policies and procedures including safety practices and techniques
Ability to deal with members of the public in a tactful manner
Ability to utilize department approved software for tracking service requests and work orders
Skill in all forms of verbal and written communication
Knowledge of applicable state and federal laws and regulations pertaining to the Division.
Knowledge of safety regulations pertaining to the work of the Division
Knowledge of office software (word processing and spread sheet applications)

Responsibilities

Assigns workers to crews, vehicles, and routes; assists when needed
Ensures that all refuse/C&D material along assigned routes is collected without injury to personnel or damage to equipment/property
Make periodic inspections throughout the Town to observe progress of crews
Advises the Waste Management Division Chief on all pertinent issues as necessary to include modifications to existing collection routes and establishing new routes
Ensures residents abide by Town sanitation ordinances/regulations
Conducts training for employees in the safe operation of vehicles and equipment.
Observes and enforces all Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations that apply to the division. Initiates disciplinary action when safety procedures are violated.
Ensures that all trucks are maintained in a satisfactory condition.
Oversees the performance of routine maintenance and minor repairs to Waste Management Division equipment
Receives and responds to service requests and work orders.
Conducts data entry and utilizes department approved software to track service requests and work orders.
Makes determinations or recommendations on administrative issues including counseling, disciplinary actions, and performance evaluations.
Interacts with the public on a daily basis
May be required to obtain and maintain professional certifications
May assume the duties and responsibilities of the Waste Management Division Chief in his absence
Performs other duties as required