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Home My WebLink AboutResolution 9875RESOLUTION NO 9875 CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW COUNTY OF RAMSEY STATE OF MINNESOTA AUTHORIZE A RECRUITMENT PROCESS FOR THE PUBLIC WORKS FOREMAN POSITION AND APPROVE JOB DESCRIPTION WHEREAS, the City Council adopted the 2024 budget with the addition of the new position of Public Works Foreman; and WHEREAS, Staff is requesting to start a five-day internal recruitment process for the Grade 8, Non -Union Exempt position. If the internal process is unsuccessful, an open recruitment process for the vacant Foreman position would immediately follow: 2024 - Grade 8 4% 3.75% 3.75% 3.75% 3.5% 3.25% 3% 2.75% Ste 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 Step 6 Step 7 Step 8 Ste 9 $37.94 $39.46 $40.94 $42.47 $44.06 $45.61 $47.09 $48.50 $49.83 And WHEREAS, a job description has been prepared for the position, which has been reviewed by staff, the HR Committee, and has been formatted/graded by the City's consultant, DDA. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mounds View City Council authorizes Staff to complete the following: • Begin a five-day internal recruitment process for the position of Public Works Foreman • If the internal process is unsuccessful, proceed with an open recruitment process for the Foreman position • Approves the Foreman job description and wage range. Adopted this 12th day of February, 2024. gch1u'ncMrr'6m, Mayor ATTEST: Al� ),If - I Nyl ik d, ity Administrator The Mounds View Vision A Thriving- Desirable Cofrzmund-: Exhibit A Public Works Foreman MOUNDS 7 _"VIEW JOB DESCRIPTION Job Title: Public Works Foreman Grade: 8 Supervisor Title: Public Works/Parks and Recreation Director Department: Public Works FLSA Status: Exempt Non -Union Date Reviewed: 2/7/2024 Minimum Qualifications of Education and Experience: ➢ Associates/Technical Degree in a relevant field or equivalent post -high school training. ➢ Three or more years of previous relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education/training/experience. Nature of Work: Performs skilled technical work planning for all members of the Public Works Collective Bargaining Unit directing and assigning work, supervising employees, assessing work progress, creating work orders and processing them as work is completed, managing purchasing and the City asset inventory, coordinating work with other departments and agencies, assisting in the preparation and administration of the department budget, and related work. Communicates with: Internally —All public works staff. Externally —Vendors and general public. Supervision: PW Maintenance Workers and Lead Workers Essential Work Functions: Provides Work Direction • Ensures the work activities of the employees are in alignment with the vision and direction of the City Council. • Promotes teamwork and cooperation throughout the Public Works Department. • Serves as a positive role model of successful performance and ethical conduct to all employees. • Conducts or oversees training for personnel to ensure established procedures are clearly understood and followed. • Continually monitors results being achieved in assigned areas, providing the necessary tools and coaching to create a cohesive team. • Enforces all safety rules, regulations and procedures. Provides training as necessary. Staff Management • Plans, reviews, assigns and evaluates work of staff for daily work plans and weekly projects. • Manages scheduling and payroll timekeeping as well as the Public Works overtime list approves shift changes, vacations, and other time off. • Provides coaching, feedback, evaluates staff performance, and administers progressive discipline as needed. • Assesses personnel training needs of the department in order to plan, organize and implement appropriate training programs. • Lead the daily stretching exercise for the Department. Page 2 Public Works Foreman • Works with the Public Works Superintendent with to organize and budget training needs. • Instruct Leads on crew size, for daily work plans, and weekly projects. Technical Duties • Directs the maintenance of Public Works in drinking water, sanitary sewer, and stormwater infrastructure as well as facilities, facility grounds, parks, playgrounds, forestry, vehicles and equipment. • Manages and performs the maintenance, repair, and construction of the city's streets, and parking lots. • Manages and performs snow removal and ice control activities, and other related Public Works Department functions. • Organizes and prepares for the completion of assigned projects by reviewing project requirements and objectives with the Superintendent, assembling needed materials and equipment, and assuring all required data is recorded. • Maintains an adequate inventory of materials, supplies, and equipment by monitoring conditions and the quantity of inventory. • Requisitions equipment and supplies with approval of the Superintendent. • Ensures that trouble calls are handled promptly and skillfully. • Follows -up on complaints and other matters of public interest related to the City infrastructure, services and maintenance. • Performs all duties of Public Works staff. Mechanic Duties • Plans, carries out and evaluates preventive maintenance schedules for all vehicles and mechanical equipment, either personally or through outside vendors, by determining the most cost-effective means of repair or replacement. • Operates a variety of diagnostic instruments and a variety of hand, electric, and air -driven tools to conduct various analysis and inspections of vehicles and mechanical systems. • Purchases equipment and parts and maintains a current inventory of supplies used for vehicle and mechanical system maintenance. • Tests, services and repairs vehicles and mechanical equipment. • Inspects, adjusts and replaces necessary units and related parts in the performance of repair and maintenance work. • Repairs brake, engine, electrical, fuel, hydraulic, transmission, ignition, air, exhaust, axle assemblies and related systems. Administrative Duties • Assists in developing and implementing department policies and procedures. • Assists in budget preparation and administration. • Prepares and submits reports. • Conducts planning and research on various Public Works related subjects as requested by the Public Works Superintendent or Director. Other Work Functions (Illustrative Only): • Assumes duties of Public Works Superintendent in that person's absence. • Performs related work as required. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required: • Class B CDL with Air Brake endorsement; ability to obtain tanker endorsement within 6 months. • Knowledge of work methods, occupational hazards and safety codes in performing department operations. • Knowledge of pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes and regulations. • Thorough knowledge of applicable city policies, procedures, rules, regulations and guidelines. • Knowledge of the principles and methods of public works planning and implementation. • General knowledge of budgeting policies, practices and procedures. • General knowledge of personnel management policies, processes and procedures. Page 3 Public Works Foreman • Ability to comprehend and interpret technical manuals, as -built plans, and maps. • Ability to prepare, process, and analyze maintenance records. • Ability to collaborate and cooperate with other city departments, community groups and agencies and the general public. • Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. • Ability to prioritize and administer varied activities simultaneously. • Demonstrated leadership, managerial, communication, math and interpersonal skills. • Ability to make sound decisions and perform duties with minimum supervision. • Ability to utilize modern office methods and proficient with Microsoft Office Suite. • Ability to interact courteously and professionally with the general public and to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted during the course of work. • Ability to analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations. • Ability to use considerable analytical ability to select, evaluate and interpret data from several sources; interpretation of guidelines, policies and procedures in required. Persons with disabilities: the above is a general listing of job duties. Essential and non -essential functions may vary by individual position. Reasonable accommodation may be available for both essential and non -essential job duties. Physical Demands and Work Environment: In compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act, the following represents the Physical and Environmental Demands: Function: 24% or 25% - 50%- 75% or Less 49% 74% more Office environment X Sitting, standing X Walking, reaching, pulling X Typing/data entry X Talking, hearing X Close and distance vision X Color vision, depth perception, accommodation, field of vision X Hazardous materials (chemicals, blood and other body fluids, etc.) X Atmospheric Conditions (fumes, odors, dusts, gases, poor ventilation) X Hazardous physical conditions (radiation, mechanical parts, electrical currents, vibration, X etc.) Medium (up to 50 pounds of force) X This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" employment relationship. The City Council, City Administrator or appropriate Elected Official retains the discretion to add duties or change the duties of this position at any time. Mounds View is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the city will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. Employee Signature: Date: