General Foreman jobs in Hull, GA

The purpose of this position is to supervise multiple crews responsible for construction, maintenance, and repair of County infrastructure.  

• Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff; develops and oversees employee work schedules to ensure adequate coverage and control; compiles and reviews timesheets; approves/processes employee concerns and problems and counsels or disciplines as appropriate; assists with or completes employee performance appraisals; directs work; acts as a liaison between employees and management; and trains staff in operations, policies, and procedures. 
• Organizes, prioritizes, and assigns work; prioritizes and schedules work activities in order to meet objectives; ensures that subordinates have the proper resources needed to complete the assigned work; monitors status of work in progress and inspects completed work; consults with assigned staff to assist with complex/problem situations and provide technical expertise; provides progress and activity reports to management; and assists with the revision of procedure manuals as appropriate. 
• Supervises maintenance, repair, and construction projects; coordinates project activities with other departments; discusses project plans with work crews and contractors; orders and schedules delivery of construction materials; supervises equipment operation and maintenance; and submits project updates and status reports as requested. 
• Conducts on?site work reviews; ensures full utilization of personnel, materials, and equipment with concern for quality, safety, and efficiency; ensures compliance with all applicable codes, laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies, procedures, and specifications; and inspects work quality and quantity performed by crews. 
• Determines equipment, tools, and supplies needed to conduct work activities; ensures availability of adequate parts and materials to conduct work activities; and requests for new or replacement materials as required. 
• Supervises work safety; monitors adherence to safety procedures, protocols, and use of safety equipment and protective gear; identifies and corrects hazards and non-compliance; conducts safety meetings; supervises set-up of work zones and placement of warning signs and barricades; responds to accidents; and completes incident reports. 
• Prepares operational and statistical reports of projects; submits records and reports to local, state, and federal authorities as required; and establishes and maintains related files. 
• Processes a variety of documentation associated with department/division operations, within designated timeframes, and per established procedures; receives and reviews various documentation; reviews, completes, processes, forwards, or retains as appropriate; prepares or completes various forms, reports, correspondence, and other documentation; compiles data for further processing or for use in preparation of department reports; and maintains computerized and/or hardcopy records. 
• Operates a personal computer to enter, retrieve, review, or modify data, utilizing word processing, spreadsheet, database, Internet, e-mail, or other software; and operates general office or other equipment as necessary to complete essential functions. 
• Communicates with supervisor, other County employees, contractors, the public, outside agencies, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.
• May perform equipment operation and other duties alongside crews as needed.  
• Performs other related duties as assigned. 

Education and Experience:

Requires a High School diploma or equivalent, and five (5) years of related experience in the construction, repair, and/or maintenance of public infrastructure, to include lead or supervisory experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Licenses or Certifications:

Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) including appropriate endorsement(s).  

Special Requirements: 

None.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 

• Knowledge of local government operations, Human Resource related programs, policies and plans, and modern office practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other similar programs.
• Skill in the use of computers and software applications related to the essential functions of the job. 
• Skill in effective communication, both verbally and in writing. 
• Ability to operate heavy equipment. 
• Ability to meet and deal with employees and the public in an effective and courteous manner.
• Ability to get along with others and work effectively with the public and co-workers.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evening meetings.
• Ability to multi-task and work within deadlines.
• Ability to deal with confidential and sensitive matters.
• Ability to use computers for data entry, word processing, and accounting purposes. 
• Ability to operate a copying machine. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work is heavy work which requires exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Requires mental acuity including the ability to make rational decisions through sound logic and deductive processes, the ability to express ideas by means of the spoken word and have close visual acuity. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions and may require standing for extended periods of time. Performance of essential functions may require exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, fumes, temperature and noise extremes, machinery, vibrations, electric currents, traffic hazards, bright/dim lights, toxic agents, animal/wildlife attacks, animal/human bites, or rude/irate customers. The noise level in the work environment may be at times moderate to loud.

Henry County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions described in this job description.  Henry County encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.  Henry County will comply with all applicable federal regulations and Henry County's insurance requirements governing workplace anti-drug and alcohol programs. Henry County employees shall be subject to the provisions of the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988.