Highway Construction Foreman
POSITION SUMMARY:
This position oversees work performed by the highway department laborers and operators, mechanics, parts room technicians and welders, which directly or indirectly affects the projects and maintenance on county, township and state roads.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. Other duties may be required and assigned.
– Directs the work of and manages their assigned crews. May assist with interviewing and selection of new employees. Provides training and instructions and ongoing training needs. Assigns tasks, and reviews work. Provides staff coaching/counseling. Provides assistance and answers questions, gives advice and recommendations to staff.
– Operates necessary equipment to ensure projects are completed accurately and efficiently.
– Ensures all activities are carried out in a safe manner; adheres to all County safety regulations; assists co-workers in the safe handling of equipment; ensures equipment is safely operated and driving laws are obeyed; ensures all regulations pertaining to the safe use of equipment are understood and followed.
– Reports all accidents to the appropriate authority. Follows all policies for reporting, investigating, and follow-up of equipment incidents, or personal injuries. May investigate incidents as assigned.
– Provides support to assigned crew and acts as a resource for alternatives and suggestions. Makes critical decisions affecting the outcome of the assigned work and project completion.
– Communicates status and concerns of projects, assignments and crew members to Patrol Superintendent.
– Prepares daily work reports and or electronic crew sheets involving the materials inventory, cost, status of assigned projects and inspections, crew updates and accidents as necessary and directed by Patrol Superintendent.
– Sets up traffic controls and coordinates necessary project operations.
– Orders parts and equipment as needed in preparation for upcoming assignments and projects.
– Collaborates with outside vendors/customers including some or all of the following: utility companies, municipalities, materials and parts vendors, equipment vendors, contractors and internal highway department resources such as engineering and surveying.
– Provides training for current and new staff to keep crew abreast of best practices, process improvements, updated regulations and specifications and ensures compliance with the municipalities and state requirements.
– Other duties as needed and assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
– High School Diploma/equivalent.
– Five (5) years’ experience in a construction or transportation related position demonstrating expert knowledge, decision making skills and relationship and team building skills.
– Class B CDL required. Must obtain N endorsement within six (6) months from date of hire.
– Must obtain MSHA certification, Flagger certification, and HazMat certification upon hire.
– Appointment will be conditional upon successful completion of the following pre-employment drug test.
Full Pay Range: $29.30 – $40.82/hour
Expected Pay Range: $29.30 – $33.15/hour
Department: Highway
FTE: 1.0
St. Croix County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to an individual’s race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, disability, marital status, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.
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