Paving Crew Foreman-Ssc

Summary

Under general supervision, is responsible for overseeing the operation of County-wide paving crew; operates and maintains an asphalt distributor and light to heavy road construction equipment; and performs related duties as required.

Working Location: Southton Service Center: (9874 Southton Rd.)

Duties and Responsibilities

• Supervises and coordinates daily operations of road crew in the completion of County-wide paving projects

• Operates and maintains a fully automatic asphalt distributor

• Operates and maintains asphalt transport truck and other paving equipment

• Monitors and assesses utilization of equipment and materials

• Maintains equipment and machinery in safe operating condition

• Performs related duties as required

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from High School or General Education Development (GED) certificate, and four (4) years' experience operating light to heavy road construction equipment with emphasis on paving; additional education in a related field may be substituted for experience

• Knowledge of the mechanical operations and maintenance of road construction equipment; good knowledge of paving equipment operation; knowledge of safety standards and practices

• Skill in the operation of hand tools; skill in the operation of road surfacing equipment and asphalt distributors; skill in performing basic mathematical calculations

• Ability to perform mechanical repairs; ability to follow verbal and written instructions; ability to prepare paving mixtures; ability to supervise paving crew; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, County employees and the public

• Must have a valid Texas Class A Commercial driver's license (CDL) with Tank, Air Brakes and Hazardous Materials Endorsements

• Must secure and maintain a favorable background investigation and clearance

• Must clear a pre-employment physical and a pre-employment drug screen test

• Required to be on-call 24-hours a day

• May be required to work more than 40 hours during the workweek

Working Environment and Physical Demands:

• Working conditions are primarily outside with exposure to temperature variations; occasional exposure to insects, insect and animal bites, poisonous plants, oily and damp/wet surfaces, dust, high noise areas, unfavorable fumes and vapors and hazardous chemicals.

• Frequently moves items weighing up to 25 pounds and occasionally moves items weighing up to 100 pounds

• Frequently communicates with others; must be able to exchange accurate information

• Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery

• Positions self to perform essential functions

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position

Supplemental Information

Workstations with internet access are available, if needed, to view job postings and apply online at 211 S Flores, San Antonio, TX 78204, 8am - 5pm, Monday through Friday. Phone: 210-335-2545.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Bexar County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to Workplace Diversity. We are committed to providing equal opportunity for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.