Highway Foreman - Grade 10 - $54,888 - $76,842 - $98,797

This position will be posted from October 7, 2024 to October 21, 2024 by 4:00pm.

Must be able to pass a drug and alcohol test and a background check.

DRPA and PATCO are subject to federal law, under which marijuana continues to be illegal.

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Basic Purpose Of Position

Oversees all highway infrastructure requirements for all bridge facilities, including roadway surfaces, right of way property grounds, occupied buildings, maintenance and protection of traffic, and oversight of general specialized equipment, including but not limited to, barrier machine systems, roadway sweepers, swap loaders and other equipment as well as equipment technology. Supervises Construction and Maintenance Mechanics. Maintains a safe and satisfactory environment for employees and patrons.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the duties, responsibilities, knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The Authority will adhere to all applicable laws and regulations in assessing an employee's ability to carry out or otherwise meet the job requirements set forth herein in a satisfactory manner.

Major Responsibilities And Duties

DESCRIPTION OF TASK

Creates, plans and manages work orders using the Authority's work order management system (e.g. SAP EAM) to electronically track assignments and progress of same.

Plans, assigns and supervises Construction and Maintenance Mechanics performing maintenance of roadway surfaces, property grounds, right of way, building environments and operations of heavy specialized equipment and construction related vehicles. Inspects and evaluate status of property grounds, roadway surfaces and building environments for proper maintenance requirements.

Plans, prepares, presents and monitors daily work schedules/activities including but not limited to shift changes, overtime and relocation of personnel to ensure a smooth transfer of personnel to different projects, tasks and bridges. Initiates and oversees work order management with asset management software.

Checks on progress of assigned and contracted work and inspects for compliance and completion. Provides instructions as necessary. Provides reports on in-house and outside contract work (cost, progress, inspection): monthly reports on projects, on-going and completed; personnel time, daily work schedules; injury records; bridge repair worksheets.

Initiates requisitions and inventory for material, equipment, services, and supplies stored and used, including recommending procurement of special equipment. Sets up new product line demonstrations with vendors. Participates in the preparation of annual budgets, (capital and operating), for materials, equipment and services to conform to budgetary and time requirements.

Performs traffic management functions including oversight of traffic control systems and moveable barrier wall systems related to construction and maintenance projects and coordinates with Public Safety and other departments as necessary. Implements and oversees, in conjunction with the Construction & Maintenance Manager, the safety program to formulate and enforce safety procedures and guidelines. Performs all functions within the Construction & Maintenance Department in extreme emergencies including but not limited to weather response, accident/incident response and clean-up or special occasions.

Recommends and implements the appropriate corrective action to property, roadway surfaces, and building facilities to ensure conformity with quality and safety standards. Participates with other DRPA departments to ensure the remedy of a problem or completion of a project in a timely and economical manner.

Assists in maintaining a safe and secure work environment by participating in required training, recognizing and reporting hazards and suspicious activity and using all required personal protective equipment.

Creates 1, 5, and 10 year maintenance schedules to identify deficiencies, improve performance, increase efficiency or reduces costs.

Hears grievances to ensure proper labor relations and ensures compliance with the contract between DRPA and the represented collective bargaining unit. Recommends rewards, discipline and training for all Construction & Maintenance Mechanics under his or her supervision. Ensures compliance with policy, rules and regulations. Conducts employee performance reviews.

Involved in formulating skills and abilities test and the testing process. Evaluate skill levels of work force and makes recommendations regarding the need for training. Assist HRS with reviewing employee applications for minimum qualifications for employment, participate on interview panel, and complete write-ups after interviews. Plans, delegates and monitors completion of tasks and special projects. Provides recommendations to hire, review, train, motivate and counsel staff reporting to position.

Performs Other Related Duties As Required And Assigned.

This is a safety sensitive position and is subject to all provisions of the DRPA/PATCO Substance Abuse Testing and Control Policy including random drug testing and periodic physical testing requirements and the federally mandated CDL Drug and Alcohol random testing requirements.



Core Value Competencies

Safety: We promote safety in all we do. Our commitment to the safety of our customers and employees is paramount.

Integrity: We are committed to the highest level of ethical conduct, personally and corporately. We accomplish this by being open and honest, and by meeting our commitments to each other, our customers and our region.

Customer Service: We deliver the best, highest quality service to our customers because they are our primary concern. We provide quality service by focusing on both internal and external customers.

Quality: We value and recognize quality performance and strive for the highest quality in all we do. We accomplish this by monitoring our work, systems and processes and taking action to ensure that they meet or exceed standards.

Teamwork: We work as a team. We encourage our employees to develop and contribute their talents cooperatively. When one of us succeeds, we all succeed. Effective teamwork includes working cooperatively with others as part of a team- as opposed to working individually or competitively- to accomplish shared objectives.

Communication: We encourage communication in and between all parts of our Authority because we believe the free exchange of information is vital to unity, effectiveness and service among our employees, and to our customers and the region we serve. We are committed to delivering clear, effective communications and taking responsibility for understanding others.

Innovation: We are leaders in finding new approaches and encouraging new ideas. We welcome the exchange of new ideas to improve the Authority. We foster and initiate new ideas, methods and solutions to support the mission and objectives of the Authority.

Dependability & Accountability: We can be relied upon to do the work that's required every time. We are consistently at work and on time, ensuring that work responsibilities are covered and expected results are achieved.

Self-Development: We take steps to ensure continued learning and professional growth.

Managing Staff Performance: We manage the employee/employer relationship to ensure that employees are supported in meeting performance expectations and achieving departmental and organizational goals.

Problem-Solving: We accurately assess problems and effectively and efficiently arrive at excellent solutions.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Construction & Maintenance Mechanic

Education/Training/Experience

Required:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• 12 years of general industrial facility maintenance; AND 5 years of cumulative experience in the area of property grounds maintenance, roadway surface maintenance, building occupancy maintenance and traffic control, all related to a bridge facility and exposure to or work with the following trades: Electrical, HVAC & Plumbing, bridge maintenance (rigging, welding, carpentry, etc.) and heavy equipment operation.
• To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of spreadsheet software and word processing software.
• This position requires a current Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class A or B with air brakes and tanker endorsement from the state of New Jersey, Pennsylvania, or Delaware. Applicants who lack the appropriate CDL at the time of application, but who otherwise are deemed qualified for the position may be considered. If the selected candidate does not have the appropriate CDL at the time of selection, he or she must obtain said CDL within the orientation period. Failure to provide proof of the CDL, which is required to perform the essential duties of the job, for any reason within six (6) months from the candidate date of hire will result in the immediate termination of employment.
  
  

Desired

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university OR equivalent experience.
• Class A or B CDL license with air brakes and tanker endorsement from their state of residence.
• At least 8 years’ experience in property grounds maintenance, roadway surface maintenance, building occupancy maintenance and traffic control all related to bridge facility.
• Experience in preventative maintenance, property grounds and occupied building maintenance, and roadway surface maintenance, especially in the supervision and operations of heavy specialized and construction related vehicles.
• 5 years of experience in traffic management at a toll facility related to construction and maintenance projects.
  
  

Environmental Working Conditions and Physical Effort

The following section of the job description is used to identify the overall working context in which your job is performed. These questions are included because environmental working conditions and physical effort are an important element in some jobs.

ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS

How much exposure to the following environmental conditions does this job require?

None

Occas

Freq

Const

X

Normal office situation

X

Wet or humid conditions (non-weather)

X

Work near moving mechanical parts

X

Work in high, precarious places

X

Fumes or airborne particles

X

Toxic or caustic chemicals

X

Outdoor weather conditions

X

Extreme cold (non-weather)

X

Extreme heat (non-weather)

X

Risk of electrical shock

X

Risk of radiation

Select the level of noise that is typical in the work environment for this job.

X

Very Quiet Conditions

X

Quiet Conditions

X

Moderate Noise

X

Loud Noise

X

Very Loud Noise

PHYSICAl EFFORT

How much on-the-job time is spent performing the following physical activities?

None

Occas

Freq

Const

X

Stand

X

Walk

X

Sit

X

Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl

X

Climb or balance

X

Reaching by extending hand(s) and/or arm(s) in any direction

X

Uses hands to finger, handle, or feel

X

Talk or good hearing

X

Taste or smell substances worked with on the job

Does this job require that weight be lifted or force be exerted? If so, how much and how often?

X

Lifts weight or exerts force up to 10 pounds

X

Lifts weight or exerts force of 11 to 25 pounds

X

Lifts weight or exerts force of 26 to 50 pounds

X

Lifts weight or exerts force of 51 to 100 pounds

X

Lifts weight or exerts force more than 100 pounds

Select the specific vision requirements of this job.

X

Close vision

X

Distance vision

X

Peripheral vision

X

Depth perception

X

Ability to adjust focus

Note: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by associates within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job.

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