Roads Foreperson: Asphalt & Crew Lead

Municipal World; New Jersey; On-site; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Burlington is seeking a Roads Operations supervisor to organize and oversee frontline crews performing road, sidewalk, and drainage maintenance. The role reports to the Supervisor of Roads and Sidewalks and requires hands-on leadership and safety compliance.

Ideal candidates have extensive roads maintenance knowledge, asphalt equipment experience, and proficient computer skills. Work is in person with occasional standby and overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of roads maintenance and asphalt equipment operation.
• Experience using computer equipment and MS Office applications.
• Strong written and verbal communication and report-writing skills.
• Ability to work shifts, weekends and standby as required.

Responsibilities

• Organize and assign work for frontline staff and assist daily activities.
• Audit progress, review maintenance schedules and perform inspections.
• Train and orient staff and provide performance feedback.
• Respond to inquiries from public, emergency services, other departments, and Council.
• Operate and perform minor maintenance on vehicles and equipment.
• Procure supplies and inspect deliveries for quality and quantity.
• Monitor contractors to ensure safety standards and contractual compliance.
• Use software for daily activities including work requests and time tracking.
• Comply with Occupational Health and Safety Act and related regulations.

Skills

Roads maintenance knowledge

Asphalt equipment operation

MS Office & computer skills

Oral & written communication

Education

Ontario Good Roads certifications in Construction & Maintenance

Association of Ontario Road Supervisors, Associate Road Supervisor designation

Job description

The City of Burlington is seeking a Roads Operations supervisor to organize and oversee frontline crews performing road, sidewalk, and drainage maintenance. The role reports to the Supervisor of Roads and Sidewalks and requires hands-on leadership and safety compliance.

Ideal candidates have extensive roads maintenance knowledge, asphalt equipment experience, and proficient computer skills. Work is in person with occasional standby and overtime as needed.