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PUBLIC WORKS WORKING FOREMAN <br /> Position Purpose: <br /> The purpose of this position is the completion of assigned projects and tasks of a public <br /> works nature, both individually and with others, in a safe and efficient manner. <br /> Accomplishment of this purpose may require the use of light and heavy trucks, heavy <br /> equipment, small power equipment, hand tools or manual labor. The type of projects and <br /> tasks assigned generally include the construction, maintenance, and repair of buildings, <br /> roads, and grounds. An individual in this position is expected to serve in a supervisory role, <br /> overseeing a crew and/or taking charge of specific projects as assigned. A Working Foreman <br /> is responsible for maintaining and improving upon the efficiency and effectiveness of all <br /> areas under his/her direction and control. <br /> Supervision: <br /> Supervision Scope: Performs vaned duties requiring knowledge of department standard <br /> operating procedures; exercises judgment and initiative when performing assigned tasks to <br /> ensure competent and effective work execution; works independently and in combination <br /> with others <br /> Supervision Received: Works under the general direction of the Public Works Supervisor; <br /> follows established department rules, regulations, policies, and procedures; may be given <br /> general orders or more detailed instructions <br /> Supervision Given: Is responsible for job/project supervision, crew supervision, and the <br /> supervision of other working foreman as needed and assigned; functions as the Supervisor in <br /> his/her absence, as assigned <br /> Job Environment: <br /> Work is performed inside a garage, in the DPW yard, and at various outdoor locations; <br /> usually noise levels are loud. Position entails driving and may be subject to exposure to <br /> hazardous substances or materials. Work is performed inside and out-of-doors in all weather <br /> conditions including extreme heat and cold. <br /> Requires the operation of light and heavy trucks,heavy equipment, and small equipment <br /> including but not limited to: backhoes, front-end loaders, graders, sweepers, large trucks, <br /> bulldozers, skid steers, fork lifts, snowplows, sanders,tractors, chippers, mowers,trimmers, <br /> and compressor; Also requires the operation of hand tools, power tools, and jackhammers; <br /> Occasionally uses a ladder,carpentry equipment when performing building maintenance. <br /> Makes occasional contacts with the general public or police when out in the field; Most <br /> contacts are with fellow employees in the department or other Town departments. <br /> Town of Mashpee,Massachusetts 1 <br /> Title: Public Works Working Foreman Revision:9/27/2005 <br />