Lead Sewer Maintenance Foreman

City of Des Moines, IA; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Des Moines is seeking a Lead Sewer Maintenance Worker to supervise a sewer crew under the Public Works Department. The role involves directing tasks, establishing priorities, and coordinating daily activities to maintain sewer systems in an outdoor, hazardous environment.

The incumbent may provide direction, set priorities, assign work, and oversee the work of a crew. Applicants must pass a physical and drug test, and hold a valid Iowa Class B CDL with airbrakes.

Qualifications

• Graduation from High School or possession of a GED; and
• Considerable (3 years) experience on an assigned work crew; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the work.

Responsibilities

• Performs all activities required of a work crew in the Sewer Maintenance Division of the Department of Public Works.
• Assists in prioritizing and scheduling work in consultation with Public Works Section Chief.
• Prepares daily progress reports to track personnel, equipment and supplies used on projects.
• Establishes task priorities and time frames for assigned personnel.
• Monitors completion of job assignments to ensure compliance with standards and instructions.
• Completes thorough and accurate reports on daily work activities, including tasks completed.
• Provides guidance to new employees on how to perform tasks.
• Keeps supervisor informed about progress and any issues.
• Attends meetings and training to stay current on practices in the area.

Skills

Supervisory duties

Crew coordination

Safety compliance

Public works knowledge

Education

High School diploma or GED

Iowa Class B CDL

Job description

City of Des Moines is seeking a Lead Sewer Maintenance Worker to supervise a sewer crew under the Public Works Department. The role involves directing tasks, establishing priorities, and coordinating daily activities to maintain sewer systems in an outdoor, hazardous environment.

The incumbent may provide direction, set priorities, assign work, and oversee the work of a crew. Applicants must pass a physical and drug test, and hold a valid Iowa Class B CDL with airbrakes.