Job Order Detail

Description

The R.M. of Swift Current No. 137 is accepting applications for the full-time, year round position of Municipal Foreman with start date as soon as possible.  

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

- Establish effective work relationships with ratepayers, staff, council, administration and suppliers.
- Effectively lead the outside work force of 6 or more employees in the day to day operation of the municipality.
- Demonstrate high standards of work practices.
- Schedule workloads to maximize productivity and efficiency and quality of work.
- Lead by positive example and encourage improvement in shop operations and practices.
- Manage training needs and time cards.
- Promote and participate in workplace safety and best practices.
- Be willing to acquire and upgrade skills as requested
- Provide assistance with asset management.

The candidate must possess:
- Strong management skills, computer skills, good communication, organizational, record keeping and leadership skills
- Self-motivation and the ability to manage multiple projects during the construction season.
- Knowledge of and ability to operate graders, tractors, mowers, and other light, medium and heavy equipment.
- Experience in road maintenance, preservation and construction.
Mechanical skills would be an asset
- The Power Mobile Equipment Training  certification or obtain.
- Valid Class 5 driver's license, Class 1A would be an asset.
- A valid Ground Disturbance Level II or obtain
- WHMIS 2015 or obtain
- Standard First Aid or obtain
- Driving record abstract

The RM of Swift Current No. 137 offers competitive wages, an excellent group benefits package and a pension plan.