Foreman

Foreman Job Description

Foreman Plans, Directs And Reviews The Work Of A Shift Of Utility Workers Performing A Variety Of Janitorial Duties In Maintaining Rolling Stock, Shops, Offices And Revenue Vehicles In Clean And Orderly Condition; Provides For The Instruction Of Staff In Work And Safety Procedures; Performs Related Work As Assigned.

Foreman Duties/Functions/Responsibilities

Assesses and adjusts activities to ensure that revenue operation is not impacted; assesses scope of unscheduled maintenance work and assigns work or determines if work should be completed by other shifts. Reviews performance of Utility Workers, counsels employees and prepares documentation of deficiencies. Holds safety meetings and discussions of shop issues; trains employees and monitors and enforces the use of protective equipment and safe work practices. Reads and interprets work orders and supply instructions; maintains logs and records and prepares reports of work performed Keep management advised of unusual situations occurring during shift. Resolves minor disputes and informs supervisors of disciplinary problems requiring action. Plans daily work schedules in accordance with established cleaning schedules and assigned special activity list; assigns work to individuals or crews and ensures that work is done to accepted standards and within an established time frame. Interprets District policies and procedures to employees. Ensures that necessary tools, equipment and supplies are available for completion of the work. Orders and requisitions stock or special supplies and equipment as approved by supervisor.