Working Maintenance Foreman- Stormwater Repair Crew

Working Maintenance Foreman- Stormwater Repair Crew

Salary

$60,070.40 Annually

Location

CPW3-Streets

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

04351

Department

DPW- Department of Public Works

Opening Date

07/16/2026

Closing Date

7/30/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

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Position Purpose/Summary

Responsible for planning, supervising and participating in a small crew engaged in the skilled reconstruction of municipal stormwater infrastructure. Work involves supervising the reconstruction of catch basins, drainage manholes and catch basin laterals in accordance with plans and specifications. Work is performed with considerable independence in accordance with accepted trade practices adapted to municipal requirements under the general direction of a supervisor of higher grade who reviews work through inspections for conformance to established departmental standards. Supervision is exercised over a small crew of workers.

Essential Functions

• Supervises and participates in the work of a small crew engaged in maintaining, constructing, and repairing City stormwater infrastructure.
• Ability to understand and interpret work instructions that may be oral or written and are accompanied by drawings and sketches.
• Rebuilding and adjusting the masonry and castings of present structures as required to conform with MA DOT regulations
• Audits all completed jobs in accordance with plans and specifications.
• Plans and assigns work crews to daily jobs.
• Orders supplies and parts as necessary.
• Performs related work as required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Considerable knowledge of the standard practices, materials, tools, equipment, and techniques of the trade.
• Considerable knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions connected with the construction and maintenance of stormwater infrastructure and roadways.
• Considerable knowledge of the standard practices, materials and processes necessary to construct, finish and inspect catch basins, drainage manholes and stormwater laterals.
• Ability work in accordance with the established lines and grades shown on the plans or by the engineer
• Ability to locate, diagnose, and correct needed repairs on equipment.
• Ability to supervise the work of a small crew.
• Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions.
• Skill in the use and care of tools, equipment and materials of the trade.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent, including or supplemented by technical courses relating to the trade.
• Minimum of five years of experience as a skilled maintenance person.
• Experience with stormwater infrastructure repairs preferred.
• Must have or obtain a Workzone Safety Certification within 6 months

NOTICE: The following benefits are contingent upon hours worked and bargaining vs. non-bargaining agreements.

Medical/Dental/ Vision

75% City Subsidized

All health insurance plans include Dental and Vision

Retirement

Available to employees working 20+ hours per week

Paid Vacation

Earned vacation time can be taken after 6 months of service. Earned time is accrued.

Paid Holidays

All City employees receive 11 paid holidays per year.

Paid Sick Time

Full time employees are immediately eligible to begin accruing 1 1/4 days per month which can be taken after 6 months of service. Supplemental Long Term and Short disability coverage is available to employees at the employee cost.

Paid Personal Days

Use up to 3 of your accrued sick days as Personal days. Personal days cannot be rolled over into the next calendar year.

Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

A means for eligible employees to balance work and family responsibilities by taking unpaid leave for authorized reasons.

Training

On the job and instructor led courses available

Employee Assistance Program

Free, confidential and personal assistance to employees and their families to resolve issues that affect their personal lives as well as job performance.

Direct Deposit

Easy, convenient, and free!

01

Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent, including or supplemented by technical courses relating to the trade?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have a minimum of five years of experience as a skilled maintenance person?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you have experience with stormwater infrastructure repairs? (preferred)

• Yes
• No

04

Do you have or are you able to obtain a Workzone Safety Certification within 6 months of employment?

• Yes
• No

05

Are you a current City of Springfield resident?

• Yes
• No

06

The City of Springfield requires all employees to be residents. If you are not a current Springfield resident, are you willing to relocate?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Springfield

Address 36 Court St

Springfield, Massachusetts, 01103

Phone 413-787-6018

Website https://www.springfield-ma.gov