Foreman in EDISON, New Jersey at TOWNSHIP OF EDISON

The Stormwater Foreman is responsible for supervising, coordinating, and performing the daily maintenance, inspection, repair, and improvement of the municipality's stormwater drainage infrastructure. This position oversees field crews, equipment, materials, and work assignments to ensure the proper operation of the stormwater drainage system, reduce flooding, protect public infrastructure, and maintain compliance with applicable environmental regulations and safety standards.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesStormwater Infrastructure Maintenance• Supervise the inspection, cleaning, maintenance, and repair of catch basins, storm drains, drainage pipes, manholes, culverts, headwalls, outfalls, and other stormwater infrastructure.• Identify drainage deficiencies, blockages, deteriorated pipes, sinkholes, erosion, and other conditions requiring corrective action.• Coordinate underground drainage repairs, including excavation, pipe installation, backfilling, compaction, grading, and surface restoration.• Oversee the cleaning and maintenance of drainage channels, swales, ditches, and municipal waterways as assigned.• Respond to flooding complaints and investigate drainage problems reported by residents, businesses, and other municipal departments.• Recommend repairs, replacements, and infrastructure improvements to address recurring drainage issues.Crew Supervision and Work Coordination• Assign daily work schedules, establish priorities, and supervise stormwater maintenance personnel.• Monitor employee performance, work quality, productivity, and adherence to established safety procedures.• Provide field instruction and training on drainage maintenance, repair procedures, and proper equipment use.• Coordinate stormwater work with road maintenance, sanitation, engineering, parks, contractors, utility companies, and other departments as necessary.• Inspect completed work to ensure it meets municipal standards and established specifications.Stormwater Compliance and Inspections• Assist with the municipality's stormwater management program and applicable New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) requirements.• Support required inspections and maintenance documentation for stormwater infrastructure and outfalls.• Assist with identifying and reporting potential illicit discharges, illegal dumping, erosion, and other environmental concerns.• Maintain accurate records of inspections, maintenance activities, repairs, and reported deficiencies.• Assist with stormwater mapping, inventory updates, and required compliance reports as assigned.Equipment and Materials Management• Operate and supervise the use of excavators, backhoes, loaders, dump trucks, pumps, and other equipment used for stormwater maintenance.• Ensure equipment is inspected, maintained, and operated safely.• Monitor supplies and materials, including drainage pipe, catch basin components, stone, backfill, and related construction materials.• Coordinate equipment and material needs to support scheduled maintenance and emergency repairs.Safety and Emergency Response• Enforce applicable workplace safety procedures, including traffic control, trench protection, excavation safety, and personal protective equipment requirements.• Ensure work areas are properly secured to protect employees, residents, pedestrians, and motorists.• Coordinate emergency response during heavy rainfall, flooding, severe weather, and drainage system failures.• Participate in emergency callouts and after-hours response when required.Administrative Responsibilities• Prepare daily work reports, maintenance logs, inspection records, and employee work assignments.• Assist with estimates for labor, equipment, materials, and repair costs.• Report major deficiencies and recommend preventative maintenance and capital improvements.• Communicate work progress, project needs, and operational concerns to the Public Works Superintendent or Department Director.• Respond to stormwater-related service requests and provide updates regarding work performed.Minimum Qualifications• Demonstrated experience in stormwater drainage maintenance, underground utilities, construction, or municipal public works.• Knowledge of catch basins, drainage pipes, culverts, manholes, outfalls, and associated drainage structures.• Experience supervising employees, assigning work, and coordinating field operations.• Knowledge of excavation, pipe installation, backfilling, compaction, and surface restoration procedures.• Ability to read and interpret basic construction drawings, drainage plans, and utility markings.• Knowledge of construction safety, traffic control, and proper equipment operation.• Familiarity with applicable New Jersey stormwater regulations and NJDEP requirements.• Valid driver's license; CDL A with Tanker EndorsementPhysical Requirements• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.• Ability to walk construction sites, inspect drainage structures, and access municipal rights-of-way.• Ability to perform physical activities associated with field supervision and maintenance operations.• Ability to lift and move materials and equipment within established safety limits.• Ability to work during emergencies and outside normal business hours when necessary.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities• Strong supervisory, organizational, and communication skills.• Ability to prioritize work orders and respond to urgent drainage problems.• Ability to identify drainage deficiencies and determine appropriate corrective actions.• Ability to maintain accurate records and communicate effectively with management and the public.• Ability to work independently while coordinating with other municipal departments.• Commitment to public safety, environmental protection, and quality workmanship.Paving and Construction Operations• Supervise asphalt paving, roadway patching, milling, grading, and related construction activities.• Coordinate work involving asphalt, stone, gravel, soil, concrete, and other roadway construction materials.• Ensure proper preparation of road surfaces before paving and patching.• Monitor asphalt placement, compaction, grading, and finished pavement conditions.• Coordinate with paving contractors, utility companies, and other municipal departments when work affects public roadways.• Assist with evaluating roadway conditions and recommending repairs, resurfacing, and reconstruction projects.Snow Removal and Emergency Operations• Coordinate snow plowing, salting, sanding, and other winter roadway maintenance operations.• Assign routes and responsibilities to employees and equipment operators during snow and ice events.• Monitor road conditions during winter weather and severe storms.• Respond to roadway emergencies, fallen trees, debris, flooding, damaged pavement, and other hazardous conditions.• Participate in after-hours emergency response when required.• Ensure roadways remain as safe and passable as conditions permit during emergency operations.Traffic Control and Work Zone Safety• Ensure proper traffic control is established at road maintenance and construction sites.• Oversee the placement of cones, signs, barricades, and other temporary traffic control devices.• Enforce applicable workplace safety procedures and the proper use of personal protective equipment.• Ensure employees follow safe operating procedures when working near moving traffic and heavy equipment.• Identify and correct unsafe work conditions.• Ensure appropriate precautions are taken to protect pedestrians, motorists, employees, and contractors.Ability to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.Ability to read, write, speak, understand, or communicate in English sufficiently to perform the duties of this position. Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible as long as they can perform the essential functions of the job after reasonable accommodation is made to their known limitations. If the accommodation cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, such persons may not be eligible.IT IS THE POLICY OF THE TOWNSHIP OF EDISON TO PROVIDE EQUAL OPPORTUNITY IN ITS EMPLOYMENT ON THE BASIS OF MERIT AND FITNESS AND WITHOUT DISCRIMINATION BECAUSE OF RACE, RELIGION, COLOR, SEX, POLITICAL AFFILIATIONS, NATIONAL ORIGIN, PHYSICAL OR MENTAL HANDICAP, MARITAL STATUS, AGE OR MILITARY SERVICE.