Job Description
Under the general direction and supervision of the Public Works Director, the Public Works Foreman assists in overseeing city infrastructure, including streets, water/wastewater systems, fleet maintenance, and capital improvement projects. Foreman will supervise public works department employees, oversee maintenance, including the operation of construction and maintenance equipment and snow and ice removal, and supervise outside entities when necessary.
Job requires the ability to work in all types of inclement weather and environments; the ability to operate various types of equipment in all types of weather to perform work related activities. Physical activities include standing, walking, sitting, lifting, pushing/pulling, reaching, or carrying objects weighing up to 80-pounds, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, twisting, and bending are sometimes required; repetitive movements of the hands are sometimes required; audio, visual, and verbal functions are essential functions to performing this position.
Best qualified candidates will have a minimum of 2 years of experience working in a related field with demonstrated experience with general maintenance, construction, or machinery operation, or equivalent skilled or semi-skilled work activities. Candidates must have the ability to communicate effectively with the Public Works Director and other City staff status of public works ongoing operations and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other departments and the public. Preferred skills include machinery operation and/or repair. Ability to operate semi-independently and exercise judgement in work planning and execution. Demonstrate flexibility in adjusting to shifting priorities.
This is a full-time position with some on-call hours required. Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications, with a generous benefits package, including health, life, and dental insurance, and IPERS participation. Candidates can apply at Hamburg City Hall, 1201 Main Street, Hamburg, IA, or can request a job application form by emailing cityhall@cityofhamburg.org or calling 712-382-1313.