Sewer Operations Foreman

City of Sheboygan; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Sheboygan’s Department of Public Works is seeking a Sewer Foreman to lead crews, supervise sewer maintenance, read maps, and operate equipment such as jetters, vacuum trucks, and pumps.

The role requires at least seven years of field experience, a Wisconsin CDL, and supervisory training; offers an opportunity to ensure safe, efficient sewer operations and contribute to public works excellence.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of seven (7) years of relevant field experience and/or advanced training.
• CDL with endorsements “ABCD” in good standing or the ability to obtain within six (6) months of hire.
• Arbinger Institute Training within one year of hire required.
• CVMIC supervisory training within one year of hire required.

Responsibilities

• Oversees the maintenance of sanitary and storm sewer systems and root and grease treatment methods.
• Supervises and performs specialized maintenance duties in the construction, repair, and maintenance of sanitary and storm sewers, equipment, and related activities.
• Operates a variety of tools and equipment including a sewer jet, vacuum truck, pumps, and sewer inspection equipment; reads sewer maps.
• Effectively trains, monitors, and when necessary corrects the performance of assigned employees.
• Enforces City, Public Works, and Safety policies and corrects non-compliance.
• Operates or is able to operate all Department of Public Works equipment including backhoes, tractors, snow plows, and CDL vehicles.
• Possesses thorough knowledge of underground utilities, digger’s hotline markings, and trench safety regulations; operates confined space meters and entry equipment.
• Keeps accurate records, makes reports, and performs additional tasks as required by supervision.
• Supervises, prepares, plans, and safely operates plow trucks, wings, and snow/ice removal equipment.
• Hauls sand, gravel, dirt, snow, salt, garbage, yard waste, materials and equipment.
• Responds to weather related emergencies outside of regular work hours.

Skills

Leadership

Reading sewer maps

Equipment operation

Safety compliance

Communication

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

CDL with ABCD endorsements

Job description

City of Sheboygan’s Department of Public Works is seeking a Sewer Foreman to lead crews, supervise sewer maintenance, read maps, and operate equipment such as jetters, vacuum trucks, and pumps.

The role requires at least seven years of field experience, a Wisconsin CDL, and supervisory training; offers an opportunity to ensure safe, efficient sewer operations and contribute to public works excellence.