PURPOSE: Performs a variety of semi-skilled and skilled maintenance work and operates a variety of

equipment in the construction, maintenance and repair and/or replacement of town roads and drainage

of right of ways. The Foreman is responsible for supervising the work of the Street Department

Laborers, road maintenance contractors, or other construction crews when the Street Department

Supervisor (“Supervisor”) is not present or when directed by the Supervisor.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED; Works under the immediate supervision of the Street Department Supervisor.

SUPERVISION PROVIDED: Supervises Street Department Laborers as directed by Supervisor.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

 Operates light and heavy trucks, tractor, bucket truck, backhoes, chippers, chainsaws, pressure

washer, mowers and other equipment as assigned

 Responsible for maintenance of equipment assigned such as greasing, checking oil, etc.

 Assists in maintaining all maintenance records

 Inspects town roads at frequent intervals to ensure that all aspects of the systems are

functioning properly and reports all findings to the Supervisor

 Maintains and installs traffic signs

 Performs basic carpentry forming and concrete work

 Prior to drainage or road work, works with Supervisor to determine location of gas, telephone,

power, television water and sewer lines from the appropriate sources prior to excavation

 Mows, trims, and operates weed eater on Town road right of ways, City Hall and other town

owned properties

 Removes branches/limbs, litter and obstructions from town roads and right of ways

 Patches potholes with asphalt

 Spreads salt/sand/brine on town streets during snow and ice storms

 Ensures the proper maintenance of equipment and tools by cleaning and checking equipment

and tools after use

 Responds during natural disasters; participates in on-call and standby duties which involves

working alone or with co-workers at night, weekends, and holidays to resolve situations that

occur after normal business hours.

 Interacts with residents and/or town businesses relating to interruptions in road access,

complaints and service requests regarding potholes, flooding, right of way problems, and

explains all findings to Supervisor

 Maintains a variety of records as assigned

 Utilize the property safety precautions in all work performed

 Other duties as assigned by the Supervisor or Mayor

QUALIFICATIONS:

 High school diploma or GED equivalent

 Combination of education or experience:

o Basic knowledge of equipment , facilities, materials, methods and procedures used in

maintenance, construction and repair activities;

o Semi-skilled in the purpose and use of general construction tools and equipment

o Ability to perform heavy manual tasks for extended periods of time

o Ability to work safely and independently

o Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing

o Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other

departments and the public

o Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions to include directions

given in a multi-step process.

REQUIREMENTS:

 Valid state drivers’ license

 Reliable personal transportation

 OSHA 10 (OSHA 30 a plus)

 Must be able to follow all safety guidelines as established by Federal, State or Town policies and

procedures

 Must be able to work non-regular work days and/or hours

 Must pass drug screen and random drug test

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED:

Motorized vehicles and equipment including: dump truck, pickup truck, utility truck, tractor, chipper

backhoe, salt/sand spreader, roller, saws, compressors, concrete saw, pressure washer, sanders,

generators, common hand and power tools, shovels, wrenches, etc.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

 The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or

move up to 100 pounds.

 The employee must be able to climb ladders, be hoisted to elevations and work, climb over

rough terrain while carrying a load of up to 50 pounds

 The employee must be able to work in inclement weather.

 The employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts, on roadsides where vehicles are

in operation and will be exposed to loud noise.

 The employee may be exposed to fumes, airborne particles, and potentially toxic chemicals.

Employee must be able to follow all policies and procedures due to safety issues relating to

these exposures.

Salary Range: $21.00 - $25.00 per hour

All Applications must be turned in at Coopertown City Hall or emailed to CityClerk@Coopertowntn.org