What are the responsibilities and job description for the Foreman (Park Maintenance) position at City of Kingsport?
Performs supervisory and technical work in various divisions throughout the City.
- Plans and coordinates the work activities of assigned crews;
- Evaluates employees and establishes employee work schedules;
- Supervises assigned employees for adherence to established policies, procedures and work practices as well as all applicable safety standards;
- Maintains records of work activities and assigned assets through appropriate asset management systems;
- Works with other Foremen throughout the City to ensure tasks are completed in an efficient manner;
- Assist in program planning activities and strategic initiatives for the assigned area;
- Assists in all aspects of new facility planning including renovations and new construction;
- Coordinates special construction and development projects;
- Maintain, update, and enforce Standard Operating Procedures for work assigned;
- Inspects in house and contract work for compliance with specifications;
- Purchases materials and equipment needed to perform assigned tasks within allotted budgets;
- Operates, maintains, and repairs equipment of assigned division as needed;
- Performs a variety of manual, semi-skilled and skilled tasks in order to complete tasks assigned to work crews;
- Troubleshoots problems as the arise;
- Responds to requests from citizens, city personnel, and others concerning their area of work;
- Communicates with citizens to ensure that policies and procedures are known;
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Ability to work independently;
- Skill in planning, organizing, directing, and evaluating work of others;
- Skill in instructing and training skilled and unskilled workers;
- Knowledge of supervisory theory and practice and basic principles of management;
- Understanding of City policies and procedures;
- Knowledge of purchasing policies and procedures;
- Knowledge of regulations (State, Federal, etc.) or the assigned area;
- Knowledge and skill in use of personal computers in a Microsoft environment;
- Ability to read and interrupt service and repair manuals;
- Knowledge of appropriate occupational hazards and safety precautions of assigned area;
- Knowledge of the appropriate skilled trades associated with assigned department;
- Knowledge in using hand and power tools in construction and maintenance work;
- Knowledge of the operation, maintenance, and repair of relevant equipment;
- Knowledge of the elements of construction technology as they relate to the assigned construction, maintenance, and repair activities;
- Skill in performing manual work requiring periods of extensive physical exertion and potential exposure to adverse weather conditions;
- Skill in reading schematics and follow written instructions;
- Skill in communicating effectively orally and in writing including tactful and courteous communications with the public;
- Skill in resolving day-to-day questions/problems regarding materials, methods, and procedures for completing assigned projects;
- Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with co-workers, other city personnel and the public.
- High school graduate or equivalent;
- Experience equivalent to five years full time work in assigned area; and,
- One year of supervisory experience.
Plus one or more of the following, depending on area of service (must possess and maintain throughout employment):
- Valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) at a level appropriate to the area assigned;
- Grade II Distribution or Collection Systems, or Erosion Prevention and Sediment Control – Level 1;
- ISA arborist certification;
- Valid and appropriate Commercial Pesticide Application Certification;
- Certified Playground Safety Inspector; and/or,
- Certified Pool Operator.
The City of Kingsport does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, national origin, sex, disability, age, status as a protected veteran, or any other class protected by Federal or State laws and regulations.
Salary : $56,805 - $60,611