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Assistant Foreman- Highway

3 months ago


Portsmouth, United States City of Portsmouth Full time

Starting pay rate for this position is between $24.42 - $26.92 an hour based on experience and per the AFSCME 1386A Working Agreement. Position may be eligible for on call rotation and overtime.

The City offers a generous compensation and benefits package that includes retirement, paid time off including vacation, holidays, medical & dental insurance, flexible spending account, professional development, career growth, longevity incentives, and more

Please visit Work with us | City of Portsmouth for more information.

**NATURE OF WORK**

**SUPERVISION**
Incumbent works under general direction of the Director of Public Works, Deputy Director of Public Works, General Foreman, and Highway Foreman or their designee; work is performed in accordance with standard practices and previous training, with substantial independence organizing the work activities.

**ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS**:

- The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustration of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to, or extension of, the position._

1. Assists in overseeing the work crews that perform routine street and sidewalk maintenance and other Highway related tasks.

2. Responsible for the direct supervision of up to five (5) staff members and may supervise staff from other Public Works work crews or divisions if needed. Employees may work different shifts and at different locations than the supervisor.

3. Assigns jobs or project responsibilities and activities.

4. Identifies and maintains and adequate inventory of supplies, materials, and equipment required to successfully complete projects. Ensures the efficient use of same.

5. Is knowledgeable of the required equipment, power, and hand tools used in road and sidewalk maintenance.

6. Coordinates operating unit activities and reconciles concerns with other work groups and contractors.

7. Works according to approved employee, equipment, and job safety procedures.

8. Assists in the activities of organizing, training, and supervising the maintenance of public roadways and sidewalks, mill and fill work, crack sealing, snow removal, and other emergency responses as needed.

9. Operates a small paver, skid steer, front end loader, and other equipment necessary for the effective and efficient repair and maintenance of the Highway Division’s assets.

10. Promotes the safe and efficient operation of the City’s roads and equipment; provides guidance or interpretation as needed; reviews work orders and submits report of work completed each day to supervisor.

11. Ensures the vehicles and equipment assigned to the Division are reviewed for pre-trip daily, cleaned internally and externally on a regular basis, and communicates emergency needs to the Highway Foreman or their designee to ensure for the safe, efficient, and cost-effective maintenance of the vehicles and equipment.

**EXAMPLES OF OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS**
1. Assists in the development and implementation of a training program to include proper techniques for road and sidewalk maintenance, safety, equipment maintenance, and encourages employees to be the best they can be.

3. Performs the foreman’s role in their absence.

4. Performs other duties as assigned.

**REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES**
An incumbent in this position consistently demonstrates a(n)...

1. Strong organizational skills and the ability to implement effective preventative, routine, and special maintenance programs and to effectively and efficiently complete projects.

2. Remains current with best management practices in the maintenance, repair, and construction of road and sidewalk maintenance, including, but not limited to crack sealing, patching, mill and fill, sidewalk construction and repair, tip downs, and other maintenance and construction tasks throughout the City.

3. A strong knowledge of contemporary supervisory safety practices and the ability to develop and achieve effective performance with the people under their supervision.

4. Strong personal example to provide excellent services to internal and external customers.

5. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with customers, co
- workers, employees in other municipal departments, and City officials.

6. Ability to communicate effectively with customers, other City staff, City officials, and other agencies verbally, in writing, and by listening in the activities of discussion, instruction, presentations, notes, and reports appropriate for the position.

7. Ability to communicate effectively with the general public, City staff, and government officials at all levels and maintain an understanding of racial equity, inclusion, and belonging.

**ENVIRONMENT, WORKING CONDITIONS, PHYSICAL AND MENTAL EFFORT**
Work is performed in an office, shop, and field locations which require substantial phy