Labor Foreman I (Ballfield Crew)

The fundamental reason this classification exists is to oversee and participate in the maintenance and construction of ballfields for the City of Montgomery.  Responsibility includes effectively laying out work, maintaining work schedules, and giving technical instructions as required.  The essential functions are: supervises and assists a crew in constructing and maintaining ballfields; maintains 20 or more ballfields; and supervises and participates in performing other routine manual tasks.  Work is received in the form of specific assignments and frequent conferences with the Ballfield Maintenance Supervisor and the work is inspected occasionally while in progress and upon completion.

Two years’ experience performing ballfield construction and maintenance duties, including or supplemented by six months experience as a lead worker.

Possession of a valid Alabama Commercial Driver’s license or the ability to obtain one within six months as needed to drive and operate city vehicles.  Must be willing to work in a variety of weather conditions with exposure to the elements, to include heat, cold, rain and dust.  May work longer than normal regular hours to ensure completion of projects with deadlines or time frames.

Applications are being accepted to fill one (1) vacancy and any vacancies that may occur during the life of the register.  The current vacancy is with the City 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 five qualified applications are received, the supplemental questionnaire will be used to rank applicants on the register.  Tied scores will not be broken (in accordance with Personnel Rules and Regulations, Rule VII, Section 3). If there are five or less qualified applicants, they will be considered equally qualified and placed on the register in alphabetical order.

Complete an online application by visiting Montgomery City-County Personnel's Online Employment Center. Paper applications are no longer accepted. Completed applications will be accepted online until 5:00 p.m. on the closing date. If there is no closing date, the announcement may be closed at any time without prior notice.

This position is open only to City of Montgomery Leisure Services department employees who have completed their probationary period and meet the minimum qualifications.