Labor Foreman I

Open only to City of MGM Leisure Services Dept. Employees

Recruitment #21-CI5040-03

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Nature of Work

The fundamental reason this classification exists is to oversee a small crew of semiskilled and unskilled workers and participate in maintenance/construction projects in various departments with the City of Montgomery. The major work duties include planning assignments, supervising a crew performing skilled and semi-skilled work, and documenting project activities. The distinguishing characteristics of this classification is Labor Foreman I positions are working supervisors, so they not only perform supervisory duties they also perform duties assigned to their subordinates. The Labor Foreman I must be familiar with all of the tasks assigned to a crew as well as the equipment operated in order to monitor work progress and train employees in the performance of their duties. Assignments are received at the beginning of the shift and the foreman typically prioritizes the assignments.  Supervisors are contacted for guidance in cases of unexpected occurrences or unanticipated situations. Labor Foremen I are distinguished from Labor Foremen II by the level of skill possessed by subordinates. 

Minimum Qualifications

One year of experience as a lead worker on a utility, construction or maintenance crew.

Special Requirements

WORKING CONDITIONS: 

The majority of the jobs require working outside which includes traveling over rough, uneven, or rocky surfaces and working in a variety of weather conditions with exposure to elements to include heat, cold, rain and dust. All jobs require movement of objects weighing from 50-70 pounds with assistance; bending or stooping repeatedly over time; and working with cleaning fluids, chemicals, pesticide, insecticides, paint, cleaning agents or similar solutions. May work some weekends during peak seasons or prior to and after special city events. May work longer than normal regular hours to ensure project completion in a timely manner. Some positions require shift work

PHYSICAL ABILITIES:

Physical ability to lift and move objects from 50-70 pounds as needed to move materials at work site.Physical ability to sit, stand, walk, stoop, bend, climb ladder, and reach above head repeatedly for extended periods of time as needed to complete various work tasks.

Kind of Examination

Applications are being accepted to fill one (1) vacancy and any other vacancies that may occur during the life of the register.  The current vacancy is with the City of Montgomery Leisure Services 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. 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.

Additional Information

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



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