Foreman

Description

Sewer and Watermain Foreman

Job Description: A Sewer and Watermain Foreman directly manages the installation, maintenance, and repair of sewer and watermain systems, leading a crew of skilled workers to complete all tasks required

Main Duties:
• Supervises workers, subcontractors, and equipment
• Organizes and prioritizes all work tasks and ensures safe working practices
• Keeps equipment and tools in good working order, and maintains records of work performed
• Responds to emergency repair calls and repairs deficient watermain and sewer systems
• Ensures compliance with safety and environmental regulations, inspects work during and after completion and conducts safety talks
• Prepares reports, including regulatory compliance reports
• Instructing crew members on how to use tools/equipment
• Interacting with co-workers, the public, municipal and engineering inspectors, etc.
Required Qualifications:
• Thorough knowledge of best practices, including all necessary tools and equipment used in the installation, maintenance and repair of water distribution and sewer collection systems
• General experience in the operation, maintenance and repair of pumps, motors, and other auxiliary equipment as they relate to water distribution and storm and sanitary sewer systems (ie. pumps and pump stations)
• Good knowledge of flow conditions as they relate to sewer systems
• Ability to read, interpret and comprehend plans and specifications for sewer and watermain systems
• Ability to keep basic records (production reports, crew timecards, safety reports, as-built information, etc.)
• Ability to use a scale, take measurements and complete simple calculations to ensure accurate installation of pipes and structures
• General knowledge of surveying and GPS systems would be an asset
• Ability to plan, direct and supervise the work of others
• Ability to follow oral and written directions
• Ability to withstand heavy labour for extended periods when necessary
• Strong communication skills with the ability to read, write, understand and communicate in English sufficiently to perform the essential functions of the position
• Dependability
• Initiative
• Resourcefulness
• Courtesy
• Tact
• Physical condition commensurate with the duties of the position