Gas Distribution Foreman

The purpose of the class is to perform and lead others in skilled tasks consisting of constructing, installing, and maintaining natural gas facilities. The class is responsible for leading others, planning, supplies and materials, operating various types of general and special purpose equipment, inspecting work, minor equipment maintenance, training, and minor administrative tasks. The class works within a general outline of work to be performed; develops work methods and sequences under general supervision. Responsibilities Install and remove natural gas services and mains. Supervises staff including selecting or recommending selection, training, assigning and evaluating work, and counseling. Consults with supervisor or others, plans jobs, estimates materials, equipment, personnel, and other resources needed and ensures availability to support work. Leads others in operating specialized and general-purpose equipment, hand and power tools to support City construction, installation, and maintenance operations. Trains subordinates or less experienced personnel in maintenance and installation operations and crew leadership. Inspects job site work and equipment; maintains clean work area; performs minor equipment or tool maintenance; reports major malfunctions to supervisor. Provides information to public if required; addresses public complaints and resolves or refers to supervisor. Performs minor administrative tasks such as completing job-related logs and forms, ordering supplies and materials, maintaining records, preparing reports, or other. Attends or conducts staff or project meetings to exchange information; attends, and schedules others to attend, in-service training, technical classes, and seminars. Perform after hours and weekend on call duties. Performs related duties as required. Qualifications Requires a high school diploma or GED and formal training, special courses, or self-education equivalent to satisfactory completion of one year of college education or specialized advanced training in a construction or technical trade or a closely related field. Must have minimum one year of natural gas experience. Must have general knowledge of the theories, principles, practices and techniques of gas distribution system design; general knowledge of Gas Laws and Safety Codes; thorough knowledge of material and methods used in construction of gas systems. Must be able to communicate effectively with co-workers, supervisors and senior management. Must be able to work outside in extreme environmental condition such as cold, heat, rain, and wind. Familiarity with WORD, EXCEL, and PowerPoint are preferred. Must live within 20-mile radius of the city limits of Leesburg, or move within this 20-mile radius within first 4 (four) months of employment and for continued employment. Must participate in on-call rotation. Must be available for call back for gas emergencies. Special Certifications and Licenses refer to state, federal, or professional certifications or licenses required for entering or maintaining the job. Requires a valid State of Florida driver license and a satisfactory driving record as a condition of initial and continued employment. Must be able to obtain a Class A CDL permit within 6 months of employment. Must obtain Class A CDL within one year of employment, at City’s expense if not already licensed. Must obtain required Operator Qualifications certifications within 120 days of employment, required NIMS certifications according to class availability and maintain certifications according to department guidelines. Must be able to obtain and maintain city required forklift certification and maintain throughout employment. Special skills or equipment certification may be required. This position requires participation in Gas Department random drug testing program. In addition, is subject to Federal Department of Transportation drug and alcohol testing regulations. Additional Requirements and Skills Gathers, organizes, analyzes, examines, or evaluates data or information and may prescribe action based on such data or information. Supervises or leads others by determining work procedures, assigning duties, maintaining harmonious relations, and promoting efficiency. Leads, handles or uses machines, tools, or equipment that require moderate instruction and experience such as specialized and general-purpose heavy equipment and machines used in construction, installation, and maintenance operations; makes minor repairs to equipment or tools. Performs coordinating work involving guidelines and rules but solves problems constantly. Read technical instructions, procedures manuals, and charts to solve practical problems; compose routine and specialized reports, forms, and business letters; speaks compound sentences using normal grammar and word form. Performs manual and technical tasks requiring a wide range of procedures and requiring intensive understanding of a restricted field or complete familiarity with the functions of a unit or small division of an operating agency; requires normal attention with short #J-18808-Ljbffr City of Leesburg