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The Town of Oxbow is seeking a full-time Public Works Assistant Foreman. The Assistant Foreman of Public Works is a working hands-on position that organizes and coordinates the work of employees within the public works department to ensure streets, sidewalks, and associated equipment; water and sewer infrastructure including drainage; and other lands and facilities owned by the Town of Oxbow, are maintained on a regular basis, as well as staff supervision of seasonal staff and direct communication with the public.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Directs, manages and monitors the activities of the Public Works department including the operation and maintenance of the water treatment plant, water distribution system and wastewater system.
Maintain, operate and perform lab analysis for the water treatment plant and wastewater system as required by the Water Security Agency Regulations.
Maintain operate the lift stations and lagoon regular checks up/record pump operations and add chemicals if required.
Fire Hydrant maintenance, - marking location, valve inspections, etc.
Manhole inspections and maintenance
Plans, prioritizes and ensures the implementation of public works and construction programs.
As a working Assistant Foreman, operates and ensures a well-trained staff in the operations all of the Town of Oxbow equipment, processes and tools.
Assists in developing policies, procedures and programs for roads, sewage and waterworks, streetlights, drainage and municipal beautification projects.
Responds to inquiries and investigates complaints from the public.
Works to plan the implementation of Town projects and department
Heavy equipment operation and maintenance;
Operate and maintain heavy equipment, small hand tools, lawn and garden and be aware of safety policies and procedures at all times
Energetic, enthusiastic, and highly professional with superior judgment
Ability to work as part of a team; Demonstrate cooperative attitude with others
Essential Skills
- Reading text
- Writing
- Oral communication
- Working with others
- Problem solving
- Decision making
- Critical thinking
- Job task planning and organizing
- Computer use
- Continuous learning
Additional Skills
- Train staff in job duties, safety procedures and company policies
Supervisory Experience
- Water and waste plant operators
Specific Skills
- Supervise, co-ordinate and schedule activities
- Recommend measures to improve productivity and product quality
- Provide information for maintenance plans to ensure that maintenance and production objectives are met
- Establish work schedules
Work Setting
- Water and waste treatment utilities