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Foreman 1 - Regular Full-Time
Municipality: Township of Langley This posting closed on

May 1, 2024
at 11:59 PM
Job ID: 24-U073 (Please quote job ID on resume when applying)
Department: Utilities Operations
Job Description: Job Title: Foreman 1
Competition Number: 24-U073
Employment Type: Regular Full-Time
Pay Rate: $36.93 - $39.41 per hour (three steps, 2024 rates), plus benefits
Hours of Work: Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 4:30pm
(Based on a 40 hour work week)
Competition Opening Date: April 17, 2024
Competition Internal Closing Date: April 25, 2024
Competition External Closing Date: May 1, 2024

Job Overview
The Township of Langley is currently recruiting for a regular full-time Foreman 1 to join our team of professionals in the Public Works Division, Utilities Operations Department. Reporting to the Utilities Operations Manager, the successful applicant will perform supervisory and utilities operations work related to the Municipal Water Distribution System. You are considered the first line of supervision for an assigned crew and will organize work and ensure safe work practices and environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide direction and supervision to a small group of assigned employees and ensure safe work practices according to municipal and WorkSafe standards
• Organize and prepare work and equipment schedules, order materials/supplies
• Liaise with internal contacts, suppliers and contractors as required
• Prepare and maintain a variety of records of activities for assigned crews
• Respond to a variety of enquiries from the public and initiate appropriate remedial action as necessary
• Perform related work as required

Qualifications

• Completion of Grade 12 supplemented by some technical courses and training, plus considerable experience in public works including some supervisory experience or an equivalent combination of training and experience
• Considerable knowledge of the methods, materials and equipment used in construction and of occupational hazards and safety precautions applicable to the work
• Ability to estimate the time and materials required for the project and to supervise, participate in, and coordinate the work of a group of employees
• Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external contacts
• Backflow Tester and Inspection Certification and experience is considered an asset
• Experience with the installation, reading, and maintenance of water meters is considered an asset

Required Certifications/Licenses
Candidates must have the following valid and current certifications/licenses (must be valid at the time the posting closes) and these must be attached with your application.
• BC Class 5 (full privilege) Driver’s License. You must include with your application a current Personal Driving Record (select the 5-year option if obtaining online) that has been obtained within 6 months of the closing date. To obtain a copy of your Personal Driving Record, please contact ICBC directly or the driving authority where you reside. Please note that a copy of your Driver’s License and the Driver. Factor Report will not be accepted.
• EOCP Water Distribution – Level I

Applications without the attached required documents above will be deemed incomplete and may not be considered. Please title your attachments with the number of this competition and have these documents ready to upload when you apply.

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Visit tol.ca/careers to apply for this exciting career opportunity in a growing community. The Township of Langley is an equal opportunity employer.

We appreciate all applications; however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Address: Township of Langley
4th Floor Civic Facility
20338 65 Avenue
Langley, BC, V2Y 3J1
E-mail: hrinfo@tol.ca
Opening Date: April 17, 2024 08:30 AM
Closing Date: May 1, 2024 11:59 PM

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