Foreman I - Urban Beautification
Summary
| Title: | Foreman I - Urban Beautification |
|---|---|
| ID: | 1888 |
| Department: | Public Works |
| Salary Range: | $24.75 Hourly |
| Full Time/Part Time: | Full Time |
Description
120 South Florida Avenue
DeLand, FL 32720
Phone: (386) 626-7000
FOREMAN I
Department: 134/Public Works Urban Exempt: No
Reports To: Tree/Urban Superintendent Pay: $24.75 hourly
Position Type: Full-Time Hours: 40 hrs/week
Job Summary:
The foreman supervises and works with a small group of employees engaged in semiskilled or unskilled manual labor. This employee also completes work assignments in accordance with established procedures and exercises judgment in modifying work plans to meet unexpected situations. The foreman also receives instructions and general supervision from a supervisor or higher level of supervision. Work is reviewed by reports and frequent site visits.
Job Description:
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
• Plans, assigns, supervises, and works with a crew engaged in such activities as installing or replacing water meters, mowing,
painting, etc.
• Landscaping, tree trimming, planting, general duties as assigned.
• Assigns personnel to work tasks and assists them with their job.
• Responsible for monitoring and maintaining supplies and equipment.
• Maintains yards, buildings, water well houses, lift stations, vehicles, water pumps, streets and sidewalks, athletic fields, playgrounds, roadways, fences, gates, lighting, and runway.
• Assigns work and performs evaluations of workers.
• May have to operate heavy equipment such as loaders, backhoe, vac equipment.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and /or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) from an U.S. Department of Education accredited institution is required.
• Significant experience in tree trimming is required.
• An equivalent combination of education, experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be considered for minimum requirements except for licensure/certification requirements.
LICENSES AND SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
• Possess and maintain a valid CDL class “B” or higher issued by the State of Florida with an acceptable driving record is required.
PREFERRED SKILLS
• Significant experience in Horticulture is preferred.
• Some experience in public works, public utilities, or in construction trades is preferred.
• Some experience as a lead worker or the equivalent of a Labor III level is preferred.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with government officials, employees and the general public.
• Ability to develop and maintain good personal relationship with other employees and the public.
REASONING ABILITY
• Ability to follow and apply common sense understanding, to carry out complex instructions furnished in written and oral form.
• Ability to read and comprehend safety manuals, work orders, operation guides, legal documents, instructions, letters, memos, journals, and maps.
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
• Ability to keep records and prepare simple reports.
• Ability to teach and properly use various hand and power tools, equipment and vehicles related to the job.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations such as addition, subtraction, division, multiplication, and fractions.
WORK ENVIRONMENT/ADA:
Employee may work inside an office environment, or outside in various weather conditions, with radiant energy, grease or oils, solvents, or chemicals. Employees may have to work in dusty conditions, poor lighting, noisy conditions, and darkness or on uneven surfaces. Some job tasks may require employee to bend, stoop, drive, kneel, operate equipment, crawl, push or lift or carry 75 pounds or less.
Lifting: Lift up to 75 Pounds
Vision: 20/20 or corrected to 20/100
Environment: Office Work and Outside Work in Various Conditions
Hearing: Moderate to High Noise Levels for Work Environment
*Class Descriptions are not intended to be restrictive. The use of (or absence of) a particular illustration of duties shall not be held to exclude or limit the authority of a Department Head to assign other duties which are similar and related to work.
Reports To: Tree/Urban Superintendent Pay: $24.75 hourly
Position Type: Full-Time Hours: 40 hrs/week
Job Summary:
The foreman supervises and works with a small group of employees engaged in semiskilled or unskilled manual labor. This employee also completes work assignments in accordance with established procedures and exercises judgment in modifying work plans to meet unexpected situations. The foreman also receives instructions and general supervision from a supervisor or higher level of supervision. Work is reviewed by reports and frequent site visits.
Job Description:
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
• Plans, assigns, supervises, and works with a crew engaged in such activities as installing or replacing water meters, mowing,
painting, etc.
• Landscaping, tree trimming, planting, general duties as assigned.
• Assigns personnel to work tasks and assists them with their job.
• Responsible for monitoring and maintaining supplies and equipment.
• Maintains yards, buildings, water well houses, lift stations, vehicles, water pumps, streets and sidewalks, athletic fields, playgrounds, roadways, fences, gates, lighting, and runway.
• Assigns work and performs evaluations of workers.
• May have to operate heavy equipment such as loaders, backhoe, vac equipment.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and /or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) from an U.S. Department of Education accredited institution is required.
• Significant experience in tree trimming is required.
• An equivalent combination of education, experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be considered for minimum requirements except for licensure/certification requirements.
LICENSES AND SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
• Possess and maintain a valid CDL class “B” or higher issued by the State of Florida with an acceptable driving record is required.
PREFERRED SKILLS
• Significant experience in Horticulture is preferred.
• Some experience in public works, public utilities, or in construction trades is preferred.
• Some experience as a lead worker or the equivalent of a Labor III level is preferred.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with government officials, employees and the general public.
• Ability to develop and maintain good personal relationship with other employees and the public.
REASONING ABILITY
• Ability to follow and apply common sense understanding, to carry out complex instructions furnished in written and oral form.
• Ability to read and comprehend safety manuals, work orders, operation guides, legal documents, instructions, letters, memos, journals, and maps.
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
• Ability to keep records and prepare simple reports.
• Ability to teach and properly use various hand and power tools, equipment and vehicles related to the job.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations such as addition, subtraction, division, multiplication, and fractions.
WORK ENVIRONMENT/ADA:
Employee may work inside an office environment, or outside in various weather conditions, with radiant energy, grease or oils, solvents, or chemicals. Employees may have to work in dusty conditions, poor lighting, noisy conditions, and darkness or on uneven surfaces. Some job tasks may require employee to bend, stoop, drive, kneel, operate equipment, crawl, push or lift or carry 75 pounds or less.
Lifting: Lift up to 75 Pounds
Vision: 20/20 or corrected to 20/100
Environment: Office Work and Outside Work in Various Conditions
Hearing: Moderate to High Noise Levels for Work Environment
*Class Descriptions are not intended to be restrictive. The use of (or absence of) a particular illustration of duties shall not be held to exclude or limit the authority of a Department Head to assign other duties which are similar and related to work.
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