Foreperson – Transfer Station

JOB TITLE: Foreperson - Transfer Station

FLSA STATUS: Full-Time, non-exempt, benefit eligible

POSITION GRADE/LEVEL: Grade 7

RATE RANGE: Pay range is $28.54 to $37.02 per hour, in 8 steps.

LOCATION: Duxbury DPW, Transfer Station

WORK SCHEDULE: 40 hours per week, plus additional hours as participation in Town-wide weather or emergency operations is required.

SUPERVISION: Operations Manager

NUMBER OF OPENINGS: 1

1.  Nature of Work:  Performs skilled work within the Department of Public Works as determined and assigned by a Manager or Superintendent in the Public Works Department Supervises employees performing duties in the Transfer Station Department.

2.  Supervision Received:  Receives instructions and work specifications from Operations Manager or DPW Director and communicates to fellow workers. Works under the supervision of an employee of a higher grade who assigns work, reviews performance for skill and efficiency, and assists in cases of difficulty.

3.  Supervisory Responsibility:  Assigns and explains tasks to fellow workers and supervises fellow workers in performance of assigned tasks.  Required to report work performance issues to the Operations Manager.

4.  Confidentiality:  Employee has regular access to confidential information of the department.  Confidentiality must be maintained with regard to this information in accordance with Department Policy and the Public Records Act.

5.  Accountability:  Consequences or errors, missed deadlines or poor judgment may include adverse public relations, monetary loss, legal repercussions, labor/material costs, personal injury, jeopardize programs, and danger to public health/safety.

6.  Judgment:  Guidelines may be given verbally, or through administrative or organizational policies, or directives.  Employee is expected to weigh efficiency and relative priorities in performing tasks.

7.  Complexity:  The work consists of the practical application of a variety of concepts, practices and specialized techniques relating to Transfer Station work.

8.  Nature and Purpose of Public Contact:  Employee interacts frequently with Town employees and the public.  Customer service skills are required involving courtesy, tact, and diplomacy.

9.  Essential Functions:  The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various type of work that may be performed.  The omission of specific statement of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or logical assignment to the position.

1. Uses extensive knowledge and skill for repair, maintenance and modification various work assignments
2. Analyses malfunctions, maintains inventory of frequently used items and performs routine maintenance work as necessary
3. Suggests modifications to equipment for safer and more efficient operation, constructs and installs as directed
4. Supervises the operation of the Transfer Station Department
5. Serves as group leader by assigning work to employees assigned to work with him/her
6. Maintains discipline with group when higher rated employees are not immediately available.  Reports employee delinquencies as necessary
7. Operates equipment and performs tasks required of lower-rated employees
8. Obtains tools, equipment and additional manpower in accordance with task requirements
9. May be required to perform specialized tasks not assigned to lower ranked employees
10. Orders pickup of trash, recycling, construction/debris containers
11. Performs proper maintenance and inspections on the equipment and as needed
12. Operation of and ordinary maintenance of equipment, instructs employees in the correct and proper usage of same
13. Maintains department records
14. Creates plans and work schedules assuring that work is performed in a safe and efficient manner and that all tools equipment and materials are available and well maintained
15. Must possess considerable knowledge of Transfer Station practices, methods and procedures and a demonstrated ability to lead and motivate other employees
16. Must have the ability to deal tactfully and effectively with fellow employees, supervisors and general public
17. May be required to perform specialized tasks not assigned to lower ranked employees
18. Operation of mechanical equipment requiring specialized skills and licenses such as a backhoe, loader, large trucks, tractors, etc.
19. Works under limited supervision; performs specialized tasks associated with division assigned
20. Participates in town-wide snow and ice removal operations
21. Performs similar tasks as assigned, including functions of those in a lower classification
22. Responsible for processing of financial transactions via credit card and check from the public
23. Trains new employees in performing assigned duties

10.  Recommended Minimum Qualification

Education and Experience:  High School diploma or G.E.D.; three years experience in Transfer Station environment; prior supervisory experience, or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Special Requirements:  Valid Massachusetts Drivers License, Hydraulics 2B, and Class B (CDL) license.

11.  Knowledge, Abilities and Skill:

1.  Ability to perform manual labor for extended periods under varying climatic conditions.
2. Knowledge of Transfer Station operations.
3. Considerable skill in the use of tools and the operation of equipment required work.

12.  Work Environment:  The nature of duties may involve continuous presence of unpleasant or irritating elements, such as noise, odors, chemical fumes, dust, smoke, heat, cold, oil, dirt, or grease.  Work is performed indoors and outdoors regardless of weather conditions.

13.  Occupational Risks:  Duties regularly present potential risks of injuries from improper exposure that could result in loss of time from work.  Examples of injuries include burns from chemical, muscular strains, falls from heights in excess of three (3) feet, and exposure to communicable diseases.  Special safety precautions, training, or protective clothing such as gowns, coats, gloves, glasses, hates, or boots may be required.

14.  Physical and Mental Requirements:  The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the position’s essential functions.

Physical Demands:  Work requires regular physical strength and effort daily, such as, frequently lifting heavy objects up to 50 lbs, carrying objects, occasionally 100 lbs., and stacking them.  In addition, pulling, pushing, standing, or walking for the full workday may be involved.

15.  Motor Skills:  Duties involve close hand and eye coordination and physical dexterity.  Manipulation and motor control may require extreme accuracy.

16.  Visual Demands:  Visual demands include reading documents for general understanding, routinely reviewing non-written materials such as instrumentation for analytical purposes and the need for color vision.

(This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.)

Applications are being accepted for internal candidates starting on May 16, 2025 and will close on May 22, 2025.