Labor Foreman Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary Information

Compensation plans are based on a multi-step progression system. The pay range reflects the entry level and maximum salary potential in the assigned pay grade. \r\n**A starting salary may be negotiated and will be commensurate with education, training and experience in alignment with pay administration policies and the Montgomery Personnel Board Rules & Regulations** \r\n

Nature of Work

The primary purpose of this classification is to\r\nprovide oversight of a small team composed of semi-skilled and unskilled\r\nworkers, while actively participating in maintenance and construction projects\r\nacross various City of Montgomery departments. The work responsibilities include\r\nplanning work assignments, supervising personnel engaged in both skilled and\r\nsemi-skilled tasks, and maintaining accurate documentation of project\r\nactivities. The Labor Foreman I position is defined by its dual function as\r\nboth a working supervisor and an active contributor to the execution of\r\nassigned tasks. The incumbent must possess comprehensive knowledge of the\r\nduties performed by the crew, as well as the operation of relevant equipment,\r\nin order to effectively monitor work progress and provide on-the-job training\r\nto employees. Work assignments are generally issued at the beginning of each\r\nshift, and it is the responsibility of the foreman to prioritize and allocate\r\ntasks accordingly. In instances of unforeseen events or unexpected\r\ncircumstances, the foreman consults with higher-level supervisors for direction\r\nand resolution. The Labor Foreman I position is differentiated from Labor\r\nForeman II positions primarily by the skill level of the subordinates under\r\ntheir supervision.\r\n

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or G.E.D and\r\none (1) year of experience as a lead worker on a utility, construction, or\r\nmaintenance crew.\r\nNOTE: Qualifying education, training and experience\r\nthat provide the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job\r\nwill be considered.\r\n

Special Requirements

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:This\r\nposition requires possession of an Alabama Commercial Driver's License as\r\nneeded to drive and operate city vehicles and equipment.\r\n\r\n\r\nWORKING CONDITIONS:The position primarily involve outdoor\r\nwork, requiring travel over rough, uneven, or rocky terrain and exposure to a\r\nvariety of weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain and dust. Duties may\r\ninvolve handling substances, such as cleaning fluids, chemicals, pesticides,\r\ninsecticides, paint, and cleaning or similar solutions. Work may include weekends\r\nduring peak seasons or around special city events with extended hours occasionally\r\nrequired to meet project deadlines. Some positions may require shift work.\r\n\r\n\r\nPHYSICAL ABILITIES:Physical ability to lift and move\r\nobjects from 50-70 pounds as needed to move materials at work site.Physical ability\r\nto sit, stand, walk, stoop, bend, climb ladder, and reach above head repeatedly\r\nfor extended periods of time as needed to complete various work tasks.\r\n\r\n

Kind of Examination

\r\nApplications are being accepted to fill five (5) vacancies and any vacancies that may occur during the life of the register. The current vacancies are with theCity of Montgomery Parks and Recreation Department.Applicants will be screened and qualified based upon education and experience as shown on the application and supplemental questionnaire. For this reason, applicants are urged to fill in the application form and supplemental questionnaire completely providing detailed information concerning the kinds of jobs they have held, the dates they held them, where and exactly what their duties were. If more than nine (9) qualified applications are received, a selection procedure will beadministered to rank applicants on the register. Tied scores will not be broken. If there are nine (9) or less qualified applicants, they will be considered equally qualified and placed on the register in alphabetical order.\r\n\r\n\r\nComplete an online application by visiting Montgomery Personnel Board's Online Employment Center. Paper applications are no longer accepted. Completed applications will be accepted online until 11:59 p.m. on the closing date. If there is no closing date, the announcement may be closed at any time without prior notice.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Additional Information

BENEFITS:Employees are offered a competitive benefits package, which includes health, dental, and life insurance; paid annual and sick leave; paid holidays; and participation in theRetirement Systems of Alabama retirement program.\r\nDRUG TEST:Employment may be conditional upon the potential employee passing a pre-employment drug test. (The drug test may require the submission of a sample of hair, finger nails, and/or urine that will verify illegal drug use).\r\nBACKGROUND CHECK:Employment may be conditional upon the potential employee passing a background check. (Candidates will be asked to provide consent prior to the administration of background checks.)\r\nEQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: Discrimination against any person in recruitment, examination, appointment, training, promotion, retention, discipline, or any other aspect of personnel administration because of political or religious opinions or affiliations or because of race, national origin, or any other non merit factors is prohibited. Discrimination on the basis of age, sex, or physical disability is prohibited except where specific age, sex, or physical requirements constitute a bona fide occupational qualification necessary to proper and efficient administration.\r\nREQUEST FOR ACCOMMODATION: Under the Americans with Disabilities Act, it is the responsibility of the applicant with a disability to request accommodation which he/she requires in order to participate in the application or examination process. The Montgomery Personnel Board reserves the right to require documentation of the need for accommodation under the ADA. In order to request accommodation in the application or testing process, contact the Personnel Director at (334) 625-2675.\r\nI9: Prior to your employment, you will be required to provide to your employer documentation of your identity and employment eligibility in order to comply with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.\r\nUPDATE OF CONTACT INFORMATION: It is your responsibility to update your contact information (address, phone, email) so that we can contact you about jobs. Pleasevisit the Update Contact Information page to log in and update to your contact information at any time.\r\n