Canton General Foreman Collection Systems

City of Canton; Canton (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Canton is seeking a General Foreman for the Sewer Collection Division. You will supervise operators and laborers responsible for the repair and maintenance of the sanitary and storm sewer systems within the City limits.

This leadership role requires a high school diploma, a valid Ohio Operator's License, and demonstrated management or supervisory experience. Candidates must have completed probationary period by October 18, 2026.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; college/technical management courses desirable.
• Valid Ohio Operator's License required.
• Experience supervising operators and laborers in public works is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervises operators and laborers in repair and maintenance of sewer systems.
• Directs work and ensures efficient completion of tasks.
• Prepares reports and coordinates with the Superintendent and other departments.

Skills

Supervisory skills

Leadership

Management

Education

High school diploma

College/technical courses in management

Job description

Salary Range: $60,311 - $88,562

Applicants for this position must be an existing classified employee of the City of Canton and have completed their probationary period by October 18, 2026.

General Statement of Duties

An employee in this classification is responsible for supervising operators and laborers involved in the repair and maintenance of the sanitary and storm sewer collection systems within the City limits. The General Foreman is directly responsible for the completion of all repair and maintenance activities performed by several groups of operators and laborers. The employee is responsible for the direction of work and manner of accomplishment of the departmental staff. The General Foreman reports directly to the Collection Systems Superintendent.

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from high school; advanced courses in management, operations, and administration from a college or technical school are highly desirable; or an equivalent combination of education, experience, and/or training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Must possess a valid Operator's License issued by the state.

Unique Requirements

Knowledge of the City of Canton geographical areas. Knowledge of the policies and procedures involved in equipment management. Ability to coordinate all activities as needed for the completion of work assignments. Ability to prepare technical and administrative reports. Ability to analyze situations and develop workable solutions. Ability to present ideas effectively verbally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with elected officials, department heads, City employees, other agencies, and the general public.

Essential Functions

Performs supervisory, managerial, and administrative functions within the sewer collection system as described above in the General Statement of Duties.

Description of Work

[The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.]

Is responsible for supervising the operators and laborers involved in the repair and maintenance of the City of Canton sanitary and storm sewer collection systems.

Supervises personnel involved in performing such tasks as patching; brickwork; catch basin repair; daily storm and sanitary reparation and cleaning; culvert installation, cleaning, and repair; cleaning and maintenance of lift stations; inspects work assignments in process and upon completion. Assists in the repair and maintenance of lift stations and repair of equipment. Evaluates situations involving personnel, equipment availability, and weather conditions to determine work priorities and makes assignments to personnel accordingly. Drives vehicles to locations where crews are working to observe employees and to provide direction and ensure that tasks are being completed in an efficient manner. Routinely inspects conditions of lift stations and sewers to monitor operation and upkeep.

Is responsible for performing administrative tasks related to the supervision of personnel.

Completes reports of daily work completion and paperwork for personnel.

Meets with the Superintendent to discuss work being completed and to establish priorities of the department. Determines materials and supplies needed for completion of tasks and recommends purchase of equipment and supplies such as vehicles, sewer pipes, gravel, and miscellaneous supplies. Maintains department's inventory of equipment and supplies in accordance with the City's procedures. Reviews specifications for contracted items needed in the department. Assists the Superintendent in the hiring, termination, discipline, and performance evaluation of employees. Trains and counsels subordinate employees.

Implements policies and procedures established by the administration. Identifies problems and potential problems, and recommends solutions to senior management. Provides detailed information and guidance to employees in personnel matters. Resolves employee complaints, grievances, and discipline according to the appropriate collective bargaining agreement and/or the City's policies and procedures.

Handles confidential materials such as personnel files and financial information.

Prepares and maintains records and reports delineating the duties of the job.

Coordinates efforts and communicates with various other departments as required to achieve the goals/objectives of the department.

Must be available after normal hours in the event that certain services are needed.

May occasionally discuss operational and departmental problems with managers of other City organizations, employee groups, and individual employees. Communicates with citizens in the discussion of problems relating to sewers and determines appropriate courses of action in response to complaints and consistent with City policies, ordinances, and guidelines.

Supervises staff activities on a daily basis. Is responsible for the direction of work and manner of accomplishment of the departmental staff. Trains subordinate employees. SHOULD TEN OR FEWER QUALIFIED APPLICATIONS BE RECEIVED, NAMES WILL BE PLACED ON AN ELIGIBILITY LIST IN ACCORDANCE WITH THEIR APPLICATION FILING DATE. SHOULD MORE THAN TEN QUALIFIED APPLICANTS REGISTER FOR THIS EXAMINATION, THOSE APPLICANTS WILL BE NOTIFIED OF THE FORMAT, LOCATION, DATE, AND TIME OF THE EXAMINATION.

RATING

Your name will be placed on a list of eligible candidates upon receiving a passing score. Once the list has been established, your name will remain on the eligibility list for a period of one (1) year.

*DISCLAIMER*

All applicants should receive an email from [e-mail] confirming that their application was received. If you do not receive a confirmation email, please contact Civil Service at [e-mail] to confirm that your application went through. Once Civil Service processes applications, you will be emailed again within 5 business days. Should you not receive an email, please call our office at 330-489-3360.

ADA COMPLIANCE

Reasonable accommodation in accordance with ADA Compliance will be made available upon request to those qualified applicants in need of it, in order to achieve the essential job functions as described above.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for appointment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, political affiliation, age, type of disability, or any other non-merit factor.

BY ORDER OF THE CANTON CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION

Anna M. Moeglin, Interim Director