For more information and to apply please visit: Village of Schaumburg
NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR THE POSITION OF:
Foreman - 2nd shift (Engineering & Public Works)
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Interviews will be conducted as applications are received. This position will remain open until filled.
STARTING PAY RATE: $41.34 - $50.65 per hour based on a 40-hour workweek. Salary dependent on qualifications. The salary range for this position is $41.34 - $59.96.
Please attach as part of your application all necessary documents verifying that you meet the minimum qualifications for the position.
JOB SUMMARY:This position schedules and directs routine and emergency operations for night shift Customer Service Division, including maintenance and repairs of various village infrastructure assets, and is responsible for the banner program, reported trip hazards and cost-share sidewalk program, rapid response program, pickup and disposal of dead animals found on village, county, and state roadways, collection and disposal of refuse generated through Adopt-A-Highway program, delivery and collection of barricades for block parties, mulch delivery, graffiti removal, emergency repairs as necessary, water service shut off and turn on, and the administration of the village’s custodial contract. Assists in the Snow and Ice Control program. Responds to emergency conditions. Develops short-term and long-term work schedules, and responsible for implementation of the Division’s budget and work projections.
To succeed in this role the ideal candidate will need to effectively and clearly communicate to a full range of people, inside and outside the organization, and be capable of managing and prioritizing multiple projects with thoroughness and accuracy. We are looking to add a team member capable of delegating and prioritizing multiple tasks and responsibilities.
JOB DUTIES:1. Develops and coordinates a schedule of daily, weekly, and monthly work activities to be performed, and reports accomplishments of scheduled work activities. Verifies work crew progress and follows up to make sure job is completed correctly and in a timely manner.
2. Requires direct involvement in construction activities and operating knowledge of all equipment within the Engineering & Public Works Department.
3. Anticipates existing or potential problems, circumstances, activities, or events which may/will affect the Department and keeps the Superintendent - Field Services, Assistant Director and Director apprised of them.
4. Receives and responds to service requests from internal and external customers; assumes unique responsibility for direct and often face-to-face contact with customers on a wide range of public works issues.
5. Creates an environment which encourages innovation and continued learning. Coordinates an effective training schedule of subordinates in work practices, proper equipment operation and maintenance, and safety issues in the work place.
6. Establishes and communicates clear and meaningful performance standards and expectations to employees. Evaluates subordinate workers’ job performance and disciplines subordinate workers as required. Supervisory responsibilities include establishing performance standards; training and developing subordinate employees; assigning and directing work; monitoring productivity and conduct, providing feedback and assessing performance; issuing discipline; handling and responding to complaints and grievances; and ensuring compliance with Village and departmental policies, rules, regulations, and ethical standards.
7. Acts as Duty Foreman in a weekly rotation with all Foreman and has a general working knowledge of all public works functions for response to emergency situations. This position serves an on call role and is the first point of contact during afterhours and responds to a wide range of calls including but not limited to building alarms, watermain breaks, sewer backups or street light knockdowns.
8. Gathers information, uses facts, data and quantitative measurements to assess outcomes, proposes solutions, tracks quality and enables improvement. Makes appropriate judgments and/or decisions and uses resources efficiently and effectively.
9. Performs snow and ice control functions and assists in emergency operations such as floods and wind or rain storms; assists in planning and executing labor forces during special events.
10. Thorough knowledge of the organization’s policies and procedures, employee manual, labor contracts, Department’s Standard Operating Procedures and Safety Practices.
11. Provides appropriate input on divisional budgets and prepares new item justification forms as required. Tracks divisional accounts and procurement card usage.
12. Attends and participates in job related meetings and professional organizations.
13. Sits as the department’s liaison for the Environmental Committee and coordinates the village’s recycling events.
14. Discusses, establishes, and distributes clear, attainable written goals and objectives for the unit. Understands and communicates the broad organizational/institutional goals and priorities to staff. Defines and evaluates unit's accomplishments within this context.
15. Performs other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Associates Degree or equivalent credit hours towards a bachelor’s degree with major course work in business management, engineering, or closely related field.
2. A minimum of five years of experience in a Public Works Department with a thorough knowledge of skilled maintenance and construction work.
3. A minimum of two years of supervisory experience coordinating a range of activities undertaken by others that involve directing, monitoring, and evaluating performance of staff in a lead capacity.
4. Possession of a valid State of Illinois Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) or ability to obtain within six months from date of hire.
5. Proficiency with current computer technology, job specific software, and customer service systems.
BENEFITS:The Village of Schaumburg has a competitive benefit package which includes: flexible benefit Section 125 plan including health, dental, vision, and life insurance as well as medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts, a retirement plan through the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund, paid holidays, paid vacation, sick leave, tuition reimbursement, and more.
SELECTION PROCESS:Candidate screening process may consist of an application review, skills testing, employability assessment, interviews, reference checks, and other job-related testing or verifications. Chosen candidates will be subject to a background and criminal history investigation, and qualifying pre-employment medical examination and drug screen (including cannabis).
For more information and to apply please visit: Village of Schaumburg