Foreman

Job Responsibilities The purpose of this position is to provide direct in‑field supervision of skilled, semi‑skilled and unskilled employees working on all phases of construction, maintenance and repair operations of an assigned division. Responsibilities include coordinating work with other organizations, projects and requirements; identifying, preparing for and implementing maintenance, construction and reconstruction schedules; monitoring and tracking work; providing instruction to subordinates regarding proper work methods; performing appropriate corrective actions; maintaining necessary stocks of supplies and materials; supervising staff training in health and safety; evaluating job completion and employee performance; responding to public inquiries, requests and complaints; drawing diagrams for new water and sewer connections; arranging for supplies, materials and equipment; reporting substandard or malfunctioning parts; planning and supervising deployment of trades personnel and vendors; purchasing supplies and maintaining stocks; completing progress reports; and performing related work as required. This is a civil service position. Full job description is available through Human Resources. Qualifications Two years of vocational, technical or post‑high‑school training plus more than five years of construction, maintenance and repair experience relative to the department, three of which have been in a supervisory position, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Must possess or will be required to obtain: Valid D4 Drinking Water distribution system operator license and Cross Connection Control / Backflow Prevention license Valid Class A or B Commercial Driver’s Licence (CDL) Regular participation in peer association meetings and current knowledge of standards, methods, practices, tools and equipment in the area of assigned responsibility. May be required to acquire and maintain appropriate licenses, certifications or other status as required by law or the City to perform job duties. Must pass a background check, Criminal Offenders Record Information (CORI) and a pre‑employment physical with drug, alcohol and lift test. Compensation & Benefits Rate of pay: $85,525 – $102,837 per year Excellent benefits Hours: 7 a.m. – 3 p.m. Application Instructions Qualified candidates should submit a City of Waltham application, resume and cover letter to: City of Waltham/Human Resources Dept., 119 School St., Waltham, MA 02451. Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io / Fax: View phone number on click.appcast.io. Email: View email address on click.appcast.io. Req 2021‑48. Deadline to apply: Open until filled. Equal Employment Opportunity EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY / AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER #J-18808-Ljbffr