Paving Crew Foreman (Concrete) Government Job Dept-Maintenance & Construction Dep Full Time

Paving Crew Foreman (Concrete Finishing) is responsible for the planning, coordination, direction and evaluation of the work of crews engaged in concrete finishing work, including placement and repairs on sidewalks, curbs, gutters, driveways, steps, catch basins, meter boxes, hydrants, gate pots, and related structures. They may also work as skilled crew members on an as-needed basis and perform related work as assigned.

The scope of job duties ranges from pre-job planning and scheduling through completion of job and evaluation of overall crew, as well as individual, performance.

The list established by this process will be used to fill the current opening, as well as any other temporary or permanent openings that may occur over the next 12 to 24 months in concrete finishing.

The ideal candidate will have the following:

• Knowledgeable in concrete finishing and repair methods, techniques, tools, materials and equipment

• Proficient in organizing, planning, coordinating, directing and evaluating the work of crews and providing for their training

• Prepared to manage assigned projects including pre-job planning, prioritizing, estimation of labor, material and equipment needs, scheduling, and inspecting and monitoring work in progress and upon completion for compliance with established regulations and standards

• Able to read, interpret and work from complex maps, drawings, specifications, material lists, and survey markers

• Able to prepare complete and accurate written and computerized records and reports, and make accurate arithmetic computations

• Safety conscious and prepared to observe and enforce safety practices and precautions relevant to paving and concrete construction work

• Able to communicate clearly, orally and in writing

• Able to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

The salary range is $9,551 per month increasing to $10,029, $10,530, and $11,056 after 12, 24, and 36 months, respectively.

EBMUD is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, gender identity (including transgender status), gender expression, marital or registered domestic partnership status, age for individuals age forty or older, national origin, ancestry, disability (mental or physical), medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, sexual orientation, military and veterans status, family or medical leave status, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation or related medical condition), pregnancy disability leave status, domestic violence victim status, political affiliation, and other categories protected by federal, state and/or local laws.

1. A high school diploma, or its equivalent, and either:

2a. Two years of experience on a paving crew plus two years of experience in either concrete repair or in leading and directing a crew engaged in the installation and maintenance of underground pipelines, OR

2b. Four years of experience in concrete finish work which included at least two years equivalent to the East Bay Municipal Utility District’s (EBMUD’s) classification of Concrete Finisher II, OR

2c. Four years of experience in concrete finish work which included at least three years equivalent to EBMUD’s classification of Concrete Finisher I.

3. Possession of a valid California driver license and have a satisfactory driving record.

4. Must possess physical characteristics to perform the critical and important duties of the job. Must be willing to work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions and in proximity to traffic, poison oak and insects. Must be willing to work overtime on an extended shift as needed.

Please note: EBMUD requires all employees to provide written proof of vaccination. Those employees with sincerely held religious beliefs or valid medical reasons, as determined by EBMUD, will be exempt from vaccination requirements.*

*Please contact EBMUD Human Resources for additional questions.

Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered. To be considered under the “equivalent combination of education and experience” provision, it is your responsibility to include in your application materials written evidence of employment performed at the level of the typical duties of this position and/or coursework in subject areas directly related to this position. For more information, see our FAQ page at http://www.ebmud.com/jobs/job-resources/job-faqs-frequently-asked-questions/.

1. Submit a completed EBMUD application and the required supplemental question responses online at www.ebmud.com by 4:30 p.m., Friday, July 15, 2022. Only application materials submitted online during the filing period will be accepted.

2. Candidates must achieve a passing score on each test part in order to advance to the next step in the selection process.

3. All qualified applications and supplemental responses will be competitively evaluated, with those candidates receiving a passing score to be invited to a panel interview tentatively scheduled for mid August.

4. Successful candidates will be placed on the hiring list, based on rank, for further consideration to fill the current regular vacancy, as well as others occurring over the next 12 to 24 months.

5. The probation period for this position is 12 months. For those holding civil service status the probation period is 6 months.

6. All employment offers are conditional, pending the results of a Live Scan background screening. All selected finalists must participate in the Live Scan background screening process to remain in consideration for EBMUD employment.

As the first step in the selection process, responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted online with the regular EBMUD application. Please provide thorough, accurate descriptions of assignments you have personally performed. Should you respond with comments such as “see application” or “see resume” instead of addressing the questions directly, your application may not be considered.