Foreman V: Centralized Mowing
Foreman V: Centralized Mowing
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Job Description
SALARY: up to $57096 annually
SCHEDULE: Monday-Friday 6:00AM-2:30PM (Spring/Summer) 7:00 AM-3:30 PM (Fall/Winter). Schedule subject to vary based on departmental need.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Performs administrative supervisory and professional work of the Central Mowing Program Graffiti Abatement Program and property management program involving DCI and other City properties. Assists the VPA Grounds Manager in other daily park operations including the leaf program snow removal and park / cemetery mowing.
As a leader and employee of the City of South Bend you are called upon to serve in a manner that supports Our Core Values: Excellence Accountability Innovation Inclusion and Empowerment as you carry out our primary employee expectations: Champion Values & Organizational Pride Champion Operational Excellence Make Sound Decisions Embrace Coaching and Accountability Communicate with Excellence Value Diverse People and Perspectives Embrace Personal Development Exhibit a Positive Attitude and Own Your Health Wellness & Safety
SUPERVISION EXERCISED:
Seasonal supervision of part time employees and (2) Teamster Group Leaders. Additional temporary duties assumed when filling in for other managers.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Perform other duties and assume other responsibilities as apparent or as assigned.
Supervises the Central Mowing Program which includes the scheduling and assignment of mowing Code Enforcement citations City owned properties and properties held by Economic Development.
Supervises the Graffiti Abatement Program which includes daily contact with City residents SBPD and Code Enforcement.
Oversees the snow removal and work performed for Economic Development.
Keeps records and digital documentation of all work performed.
Studies and standardizes procedures to improve efficiency and effectiveness of operations.
Has the ability to issue citations involving graffiti or environmental violations on private property.
Addresses concerns and complaints.
Initiates and implements safety regulations and procedures.
Prepares and maintains daily monthly and annual reports and records as assigned.
Maintains all aspects of payroll.
May serve as a member of various employee committees.
Direct and supervise Central Mowing crew during all day-to-day operations.
Work with Central Mowing crew to complete projects.
Solicit quotes or bids to determine the lowest cost from vendors.
Work with and oversee jobs that are contracted out to ensure quality workmanship and if completed within scheduled guidelines.
Assign daily work schedule.
Generates monthly reports to submit for cost reimbursement.
Completes work orders.
Participate in an on-call rotation with other superintendents and foreman.
Take over duties of other supervisors when they are out and direct their crews.
NON-ESSENTIAL/MARGINAL FUNCTIONS:
Other related duties as assigned.
EDUCATION / QUALIFICATIONS:
Graduation from high school or GED equivalent.
Minimum two years of experience in landscaping operations management or another related field
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Ability to work independently and to complete daily activities according to work schedule.
Ability to lift heavy objects walk and stand for long periods of time and perform strenuous physical labor under adverse field conditions.
Ability to communicate orally and in writing.
Ability to use equipment and tools properly and safely.
Ability to understand follow and transmit written and oral instructions.
Ability to establish positive working relationships with employees supervisors and the public.
Competency in Microsoft Office software.
Understanding of City policy and operations preferred.
Able to learn applications and software related to work performance such as City Works ArcGIS and more.
CERTIFICATES LICENSE REGISTRATION:
Valid Drivers license required.
EQUIPMENT:
Motorized vehicles for driving and evaluation purposes; calculator; copy and fax machines; computer and tablet; phone or portable radio.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand walk talk and use hands to finger handle or feel objects tools or controls. The employee is continually required to sit climb balance stoop kneel crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds as needed. Ability the work in adverse weather conditions requiring and high degree of physical stamina. Specific vision abilities required in this job include close vision depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
While performing the duties of this job the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts and in outside weather conditions. The employee frequently works in high precarious places and is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions fumes or airborne particles and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet except when operating power equipment.
DISCLAIMER:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties responsibilities and skills required of personnel so classified. Nothing in this job description restricts managements right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The City of South Bend is an at will employer.
REQUIRED:
Pre-Employment Drug Screen
Employee Background check
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
Employment Type
Full-Time
