PW Foreman, Field Ops (North Drainage Crew)

Description

Charleston County Public Works Department is looking for a highly motivated, qualified individual to join our team! This is a working foreman position supervising a crew of employees in the maintenance and repair of open and closed stormwater drainage systems.

We offer a competitive salary, a great benefit package, four-day work week ( rain or shine ), and training and advancement opportunities. Working for the County allows you to earn a pension and you will receive paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave. Achieve the work life balance you have been looking for!

OPEN UNTIL FILLED, APPLICATION REVIEW BEGINS IMMEDIATELY

Duties and Responsibilities

The duties of this position are performed in both an office and field environment, which include but are not limited to: planning/scheduling/monitoring daily maintenance operations in assigned area; establishing job priorities and timelines for tasks and activities; actively working in the field to lead, supervise, and train assigned crew members, including providing hands-on guidance, conducting performance evaluations, coaching and counseling, and administering disciplinary actions as necessary; supervising usage, care, and preventive maintenance of assigned vehicles, equipment, and tools; maintaining and ordering materials and supplies; estimating the cost of proposed maintenance projects; ensuring that all administrative paperwork is filled out and submitted in a timely manner; and performing other directly related duties consistent with the role and function of the classification. May be designated to report to work during hazardous weather or emergency conditions.

Minimum Qualifications

Position requires a high school diploma (or GED) supplemented by three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in the drainage maintenance and repair field with two years at a supervisory level, and/or equivalent combination of education, experience, and training.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of the techniques and procedures used in maintenance and repair of open and closed stormwater drainage systems and the ability to adapt/apply this knowledge to resolve issues is required. Knowledge in the use and care of loader/backhoe and farm tractors with mowing decks; knowledge in the use and care of chainsaws, pole saws, weed eaters, and various other small power tools. The ability to work in adverse weather conditions and respond to emergency/disaster recovery situations. Must have the following certification or the ability to obtain them within six (6) months of employment: SC Pesticide Applicators License. Computer knowledge and experience required. Must have valid SC Driver's License and clean driving record.

Charleston County offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package to its employees, including but not limited to:

• Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• Optional Life and Disability Insurance
• Optional Medical and Dependent Care Spending Accounts
• Annual and Sick Leave
• Fourteen (14) recognized Holidays
• South Carolina Retirement System (SCRS) State Retirement Plan
• Police Officers Retirement System (PORS - as applicable)
• Optional Deferred Compensation Program
• Longevity and Merit Pay Increases
• Leadership, Professional and Skill Development Training
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Well-being Program

For more information, visit our benefits page.

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• Charleston County Government

• 843.958.4719

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