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HomeMy WebLinkAbout4.D.1. Approval of Job Description for Public Works Forman / ForewomanpotA Consent Business 4. D. 1. SHAKOPEE TO: Mayor and City Council Mark McNeill, City Administrator FROM: Kris Wilson, Assistant City Administrator DATE: 02/18/2014 SUBJECT: Approval of Job Descriptions for Public Works Foreman / Forewoman (E) Action Sought The Council is asked to approve the attached position description for the new position of Foreman / Forewoman in the Public Works Department. Background The adopted 2014 budget includes funding for two new Foreman or Forewoman positions in the Public Works Department -- one in the Streets Division and one in the Utilities Division. These are intended to be non - union, front -line supervisory positions to provide assistance to the Street Maintenance Supervisor. They will be posted internally first. Relationship to Vision This item relates to Goal E: Deliver effective and efficient public services by a staff of well- trained, caring and professional employees. Requested Action The Council is asked to approve the attached position description for the position of Foreman / Forewoman. Attachments: Foreman / Forewoman Position Description TITLE: DEPARTMENT: REPORTS TO: STATUS: PAY GRADE: APPROVED: City of Shakopee POSITION DESCRIPTION Foreman / Forewoman Public Works Maintenance Supervisor Full -Time, Non - Exempt 6 SUMMARY Front -line supervisor responsible for planning, scheduling and oversight of assigned tasks and projects. Oversees and directly performs a wide range of maintenance, repair and construction tasks to ensure proper operation and safe utilization of the City's street, park, public grounds, and sewer systems. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Assists Maintenance Supervisor with the planning, scheduling and oversight of work. Monitors and evaluates condition of infrastructure and assists with establishing and updating long -range maintenance plans. Researches options, alternatives and best practices for construction, maintenance and repair of municipal infrastructure. Shares findings and recommendations with Maintenance Supervisor. Calculates quantities and orders supplies, updates and maintains records, and supervises the work of Maintenance Operators in carrying out projects. Contributes to the effective and timely communication of questions, concerns and ideas throughout the Department. Performs skilled and semi - skilled street maintenance activities such as pavement repair, curb and sidewalk repair, grading and hauling gravel, street sweeping, and striping of roadways and parking lots. Plows snow and applies de -icing materials to City streets, alleys, parking lots and trails as assigned and necessitated by weather conditions, including nights, weekends and holidays. In the absence of or upon the direction of supervisor, calls -in and dispatches plow drivers, determines scope of operations and monitors progress. Mows and trims grass in the City right -of -way, easements, parks and public grounds. Applies herbicide or fertilizer to designated areas. Applies sod or seed to establish new turf or repair damaged patches. Plants, monitors, trims, and removes City trees along boulevards, in parks, on public grounds and within City easements. Performs general landscape maintenance. Maintains and improves City parks and public grounds, including • Constructs, repairs, remodels and maintains park buildings and picnic shelters, including general carpentry, mechanical, plumbing and electrical work; • Constructs, inspects and repairs playground equipment; • Assembles, repairs, paints and installs benches, tables, and grills; • Maintains and repairs driveways, parking lots, trails and walkways; • Maintains athletic fields by grading, dragging, grooming, lining, and aerating; • Maintains backstops, goal posts, lighting and fencing; • Prepares and maintains outdoor ice rinks; • Empties garbage cans, • Maintains and repairs irrigation systems. Performs maintenance on sanitary sewers, including lift stations, manholes and sanitary sewer mains by cleaning, flushing and repairing. Minor construction of sanitary sewer facilities, as assigned. Directs response to sewer back -ups and lift station alarms. Performs maintenance on roadside ditches, storm water ponds and drainage ways by removing sediment and other related activities. Operates a wide range of light and heavy equipment including trucks, plows, loaders, graders, tractors, mowers, jetters, chain saws and other hand tools and power equipment. Responsible for the proper use, care and storage of vehicles, tools and equipment. Ensures maintenance and repair issues are addressed in a thorough and timely manner. Purchases new or replacement tools, equipment and parts as directed. Carries out emergency response duties in case of storms and floods; including the removal of debris and clearing of City streets and property, sandbagging and pumping of facilities. Investigates and responds to citizen questions, complaints and requests for service as assigned. Takes appropriate action in accordance with Department and City policies. Provides orientation and training for newly hired employees. Assists with hiring and supervising seasonal employees. Models and enforces established safety practices. Participates in external meetings, seminars and training designed to keep informed of recent trends in the field, industry best practices, new technologies and potential improvements. Performs other related duties as apparent or assigned. KNOWLEDGE, SHILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED • Ability to safely and effectively operate a wide range of vehicles, equipment and tools necessary for maintenance tasks. • Ability to communicate ideas and explanations clearly in English, both orally and in writing. • Ability to establish and maintain positive, professional working relationships with subordinates, co- workers and supervisors. • Ability to comprehend and communicate the policies, practices and services of the Public Works Division and to respond to common inquiries or complaints from the public in a tactful and courteous manner. • Ability to learn and fully utilize Department's asset management software for reporting and record keeping, as well as web -based email and timesheet systems. • Ability to add, subtract, multiple and divide and apply mathematical concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations. • Ability to read and interpret technical instructions, operating manuals and safety guidelines. • Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions. • Ability to assign, instruct, evaluate and prioritize the work of subordinates within the overall framework of division goals and objectives. QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Qualifications High School Diploma or equivalent and at least four years of experience in a municipal public works setting or similar environment. Must possess, and maintain, a valid Class B driver's license with Tanker and Air Brake endorsements. Must possess APWA Public Works Certificate, or obtain within three years of hire. Desirable Qualifications Supervisory experience. Fluency in a second language, in addition to English, that has a recognized presence in the community (Spanish, Russian, Hmong, etc.) PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand and walk, and to bend, twist, lift and reach, as well as climb and balance. The employee must use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls. The employee must talk, hear and see to communicate with co- workers, receive information and instructions, and safely operate large vehicles and heavy equipment in all light conditions. The employee must lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. The working environment is primarily outside in all types of weather conditions, resulting in exposure to heat, cold, wind, sun, rain and snow. The employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts; in high, precarious and confined places, and is exposed to vibrations. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is often loud.