Foreman

Salary: $23.72 - $30.83 Hourly
Location : Sustainability Waste & Beautification Marietta, GA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 04971
Department: Sustainability, Waste and Beautification
Opening Date: 05/29/2026
Closing Date: 6/12/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Grade Code: 108


Position Information
The Foreman will lead a dedicated team of workers who are engaged in operating heavy machinery and performing maintenance and repair work on county roadways, as well as on other essential environmental initiatives and infrastructure projects as assigned. This position encompasses leading and participating in various tasks including, but not limited to, litter pick-ups, maintaining recycling centers, tending to gardens and orchids, planting trees, setting up and breaking down equipment for recycling and environmental events, and conducting environmental education speaking engagements. The role involves ensuring that all activities are carried out efficiently, safely, and in accordance with environmental regulations and best practices.

Essential Functions
Coordinates daily work activities; organizes and prioritizes project tasks; makes work assignments and evaluates work; monitors status of work; troubleshoots problem situations; and performs the duties of supervisor in absence of same.


Monitors work environment and use of safety equipment to ensure safety of employees and other individuals; initiates any actions necessary to correct deviations; coordinates setup of work safety zones to maintain safety and traffic control at work sites, including flagging of traffic and setup of safety cones, barricades, and road/warning signs; monitors traffic conditions surrounding trucks/equipment to identify obstructions, pedestrians, or unsafe traffic conditions; and reports any incidents, accidents, problems, or unusual situations.


Leads and participates in tasks involving street, roadway, and drainage projects; installs street signs and stop signs; installs reflective markers in streets; and removes debris from sites of vehicle accidents.


Leads and participates in tasks involving grounds maintenance or roadside maintenance projects; mows grass; edges buildings, roadways, landscaped areas, driveways, and sidewalks; plants and maintains trees, shrubs, and flowers; cuts down trees; prunes tree limbs, hedges, and shrubs; picks up and disposes of tree limbs, brush, and other materials from grounds or right-of-way areas; spreads pine straw, mulch, sand, gravel, or other grounds materials; lays sod or spreads grass seed; applies fertilizer, pesticide, and herbicide; applies salt/sand during icy weather; rakes ground materials; blows leaves/debris from walkways or grounds; picks up and disposes of debris/litter from ground areas; empties trash containers; digs holes/trenches; and shovels materials.


Leads and participates in tasks involving building maintenance projects; cleans buildings, restrooms, or other facilities; mops, sweeps, strips, waxes, and buffs floor surfaces; troubleshoots plumbing problems and clears stopped drains; troubleshoots basic electrical problems; replaces batteries, light bulbs, and ballasts; paints interior/exterior surfaces and equipment; repairs roofing; installs tile flooring; performs concrete and asphalt work; and pressure washes building surfaces and concrete areas.


Leads and participates in the installation and maintenance of signs and road markings; sets up work zone to protect installers from traffic; checks for legibility and reflectiveness; cleans and/or repairs signs.

Leads and participates in work for special events; places and/or changes seasonal flags/banners, holiday decorations and event banners; designs and fabricates custom signs for internal and external customers; paints designated areas in parking lots and recreation areas; determines street closures and placement of traffic control devices and warning signs; and sets up and maintains street closure and detours.


Operates a variety of machinery, equipment, and tools associated with department projects, which may include a service truck, dump truck, backhoe, mini-excavator, bobcat, salt spreader, brush truck, leaf truck, asphalt packer, bucket truck, mosquito truck, street sweeper, sewer flush truck, camera machine, smoker, pump, probing rod, locator, tractor, trailer, tamper, tapping machine, lawn mower, riding mower, edger, weed eater, chipper/mulcher, leaf blower, sod cutter, spreader, tiller, trencher, dragging equipment, chalk liner, paint machine, chain saw, power saw, hand saw, concrete saw, air compressor, pickaxe, sledgehammer, rake, post hole digger, shovel, hand tools, measuring instruments, or two-way radio.


Performs general cleaning/maintenance tasks necessary to keep equipment and tools in operable condition, which may include inspecting equipment, checking/replacing fluids, refueling vehicles, performing minor equipment repairs, greasing equipment, sharpening blades, replacing parts, washing/cleaning equipment, or cleaning shop or work areas; monitors equipment operations to maintain efficiency and safety; and reports faulty equipment.


Gathers equipment, tools, parts, and supplies needed to conduct work activities; ensures availability of adequate parts and materials to conduct work activities; and initiates requests for new or replacement materials as required.


Prepares or completes various forms, reports, correspondence, checklists, work orders, service tickets, notices, meter readings, vehicle/equipment maintenance records, or other documents.


Communicates with supervisor, other departments, employees, customers, the public, outside agencies, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.


Receives, prepares or completes various forms and documentation, including work orders, time cards, maintenance reports, diagrams, maps, manuals, reference materials, and other documents; and reviews, completes, processes, forwards or retains as appropriate.


Performs other related duties as assigned.


Minimum Qualifications


High school diploma or GED preferred; three years of experience in the construction, repair, and/or maintenance of public infrastructure or a related field.


Preferred Qualifications
Possession of a valid (CDL) Commercial Driver's License preferred.
Possession of a valid certification in Flagging, Trenching and Erosion/Sediment Control.
Licenses and Certifications


Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License.
Physical Abilities
Tasks require the ability to exert heavy physical effort in heavy work, with greater emphasis on climbing and balancing, but typically also involving some combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and the lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (20-50 pounds); may occasionally involve heavier objects and materials (up to 100 pounds).

Sensory Requirements

Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors, sounds, depth, texture, and visual cues or signals. Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.

Environmental Factors

Performance of essential functions may require exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, temperature and noise extremes, fumes, hazardous materials, machinery, vibrations, electric currents, traffic hazards, bright/dim light, toxic agents, disease, pathogenic substances, animal/wildlife attacks, or animal bites.
EEO Statement

Cobb County Government is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.
Visit Cobb County's Employee Benefits page to learn more.
01


I understand that all answers to these supplemental questions must be verifiable in the 'Educational History' and 'Work History' sections of the application. Failure to provide sufficient information in these sections may result in my disqualification from the hiring process.

• Yes
• No

02


I have read the Minimum Qualifications required for this position and understand I must demonstrate those qualifications on the application in order to be considered for this position. Furthermore, a failure to adequately demonstrate all qualifications may result in my removal from consideration. Lastly, I understand indicating "see resume" on the application, may not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

• Yes
• No

03


Are you legally eligible to work in the United States on an unlimited and unrestricted basis?

• Yes
• No

04


Educational Background: Mark the highest level of education you have completed.

• High School Diploma or GED
• Some College
• Associate Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Advanced Degree
• None of the above

05


If you have a college degree, what was your major area of study? Enter N/A if this does not apply.
06


How many years of experience do you have in the construction, repair, and/or maintenance of public infrastructure or a related field?

• No experience
• Less than three years of experience
• Three to five years of experience
• More than five years of experience

07


Please describe your experience the construction, repair, and/or maintenance of public infrastructure or a related field. Enter N/A if not applicable.
08


How many years of experience do you have receiving, preparing or completing various forms and documentation, including work orders, time cards, maintenance reports, diagrams, maps, manuals, reference materials?

• No experience
• Less than three years of experience
• Three to five years of experience
• More than five years of experience

09


Please describe your experience receiving, preparing or completing various forms and documentation, including work orders, time cards, maintenance reports, diagrams, maps, manuals, reference materials. Enter N/A if not applicable.
10


Please select any experience listed below:

• Performs general cleaning/maintenance tasks necessary to keep equipment and tools in operable condition
• Operates a variety of machinery, equipment, and tools associated with different projects
• Leads and participates in tasks involving street, roadway, and drainage projects; builds concrete forms for sidewalks and curbing.
• Leads and participates in work for special events; places and/or changes seasonal flags/banners, holiday decorations and event banners
• Leads and participates in tasks involving grounds maintenance or roadside maintenance projects
• I DO NOT have ANY experience listed above.

11


Please describe any experience selected from Question #10 in the space provided below.
12


Do you have any previous lead or supervisory experience?

• Yes
• No

13


Please describe your lead or supervisory experience. Enter N/A if not applicable.
14


How many years of experience do you have performing roadside beautification and litter removal?

• No experience
• Less than three years of experience
• Three to five years of experience
• More than five years of experience

15


Please explain your experience performing roadside beautification and litter removal. Enter N/A if not applicable.
16


This position is required to obtain and maintain a valid certification in Flagging, Trenching and Erosion/Sediment Control within (6) six months of hire.

• I have a valid certification in Flagging, Trenching and Erosion/Sediment Control.
• I do not have a valid certification in Flagging, Trenching and Erosion/Sediment Control. I AM willing to obtain the certification within (6) months the starting the position.
• I do not have a valid certification in Flagglng, Trenching and Erosion/Sediment Control. I AM NOT willing to obtain the certification within (6) months of starting the positon.

17


What type of driver's license do you have?

• Commercial Driver's License - B
• Commercial Driver's License - A
• Non CDL; regular class license
• No driver's license

18


If you receive a conditional offer of employment, you will be required to satisfactorily complete the following elements: a criminal background check, a Motor Vehicle Report check (MVR), a physical, a drug screen and provide copies of any education documents listed on your application . Please note that a criminal conviction may not disqualify you from consideration. Are you willing to accept these terms?

• Yes
• No

Required Question