Public Works - Water & Sewer Foreman

Town of EssexEssex, VT
Onsite

About The Position

The Town of Essex is seeking to fill a vacancy for a Water & Sewer Foreman in the Water & Sewer Division of Public Works. This is a management role that performs supervisory duties of a working foreman with the overall responsibility for the operation, maintenance and repair of all municipal water and sewer systems within the Town of Essex. The Town of Essex will consider any combination of education and experience that allows for successful performance in this role. The Town’s goals include hiring the candidate who is best able to meet the objectives of the position. We, therefore, encourage persons with non-traditional skill sets and experiences to apply, even if candidates believe they do not meet 100% of the qualification and hiring criteria described. This is a full-time hourly position covered by our AFSCME union contract.

Requirements

  • Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to lead a team.

Nice To Haves

  • Non-traditional skill sets and experiences are encouraged.

Responsibilities

  • Overall responsibility for the operation, maintenance and repair of all municipal water and sewer systems within the Town of Essex.
  • Supervisory duties of a working foreman.

Benefits

  • Generous vacation and sick accruals
  • VMERS C Retirement Plan
  • MVP Health Insurance
  • Employer paid Dental and Vision insurance
  • Short Term Disability
  • Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Optional Mission Square 457 and Roth IRA Retirement plans
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