WASTEWATER COLLECTIONS FOREMAN

Thomasville; Thomasville (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Thomasville is looking for a dedicated employee to manage service requests and tasks in wastewater collection. The role includes supervising crew members, training them, and ensuring all work is efficient and safe. Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED, a valid Class A CDL, and at least three years of experience in wastewater collection systems. This position is physically demanding and requires efficient time management and communication skills.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of wastewater collection system experience.
• Basic computer skills are required.
• Ability to manage time efficiently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Supervising crew members to ensure safety.
• Completing assigned service requests and work orders.
• Training crew members on day-to-day tasks.
• Performing preventative maintenance checks of equipment.
• Installing and repairing assets within the wastewater collection system.

Skills

Knowledge of excavating and trenching operations

Knowledge of construction site safety

Ability to read and implement blueprints

Good verbal and written communication skills

Basic understanding of wastewater collection systems

Education

High school diploma or GED

Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License

Job description

Position Summary

Employee is responsible for ensuring the completion of assigned service requests and works orders. This position is also responsible for ensuring that all assigned work is completed in a safe and timely manner. This position will also be responsible for installing mains, services, manholes and other components of the wastewater collections system.

Essential Duties

• Supervising assigned crew members and ensuring that all work on the job site is completed in a safe and timely manner.
• Completing all assigned service requests, work orders or tasks.
• Training all crew members on day‑to‑day tasks and basic functions.
• Coordinating procurement of all materials for a job site through the supervisor.
• Performing preventative maintenance, checks and services of all assigned equipment, tractors and vehicles.
• Accurately keeping records with the asset management program.
• Setting up job sites properly to ensure safety of all personnel (e.g., DOT job site setup, cones, proper signage, barricades).
• Installing and repairing assets within the wastewater collection system.
• Handling abnormal hours due to emergencies or natural disaster response.
• Carrying out other duties as assigned by the Department Head or Supervisor.

Knowledge and Skills

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License.
• Knowledge of excavating and trenching operations.
• Knowledge of construction site safety.
• Knowledge of 811 safe digging, local ordinances and state laws pertaining to excavating and trenching.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to read, understand and implement blueprints, maps and engineering plans and specifications.
• Ability to manage time efficiently and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic understanding of wastewater collection systems and construction of wastewater collection systems.
• Three years of wastewater collection system experience.

Physical/Environmental Requirements

The environmental working conditions of this position will include very frequently working around high/low temperatures, dust, or fumes, and working inside and outside. A person in this position will frequently work around hazardous machinery, wet surroundings and vibrations. Mental stress or pressure of this position is frequent. May at times work in confined spaces dealing with wastewater, gases and odor.

Limitations and Disclaimer

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.

Employees will be required to follow any other job‑related instructions and to perform other job‑related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State laws.

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an “at‑will” basis.