Shop Foreman, City Equipment Maintenance Lead

Hattiesburg Water Plant; Hattiesburg (MS); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Hattiesburg Water Plant is seeking a Mechanic Foreman to supervise preventive maintenance of City equipment. The role requires occasional night hours, on-call duties, and indoor/outdoor work. You will oversee a shop, assign tasks, and coordinate with department heads.

The position emphasizes safety, proper vehicle repair, and accurate record-keeping, with a $25.96/hour rate and a strong focus on team leadership within Public Works Shop.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or higher is required.
• Ability to use hand tools safely and effectively.
• Knowledge of work hazards and safety precautions.
• Good communication and listening skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and work with others.
• Knowledge of gasoline and diesel engines.
• Ability to diagnose and assist with vehicle repairs.

Responsibilities

• Work with equipment safety, running shop, and decisions within time restraints.
• Operate and service City equipment and ensure jobs are completed.
• Lead a team, assign tasks, track progress and records.
• Order parts and write requisitions for parts needed.
• Repair City vehicles, tractors, trucks, mowers, etc.
• Do oil, air, fuel, transmission work and periodic hydraulic work.
• Communicate with officials and other City employees in writing and verbally.
• Adhere to OSHA standards and safety regulations.
• Handle multiple tasks with interruptions and reprise duties as needed.

Skills

Hand tools

Safety knowledge

Communication

Following instructions

Gasoline & diesel engines

Diagnostics

Driver’s license

Education

High School Diploma, G.E.D. or better

Job description

Hattiesburg Water Plant is seeking a Mechanic Foreman to supervise preventive maintenance of City equipment. The role requires occasional night hours, on-call duties, and indoor/outdoor work. You will oversee a shop, assign tasks, and coordinate with department heads.

The position emphasizes safety, proper vehicle repair, and accurate record-keeping, with a $25.96/hour rate and a strong focus on team leadership within Public Works Shop.