Crew Foreman – CDL, Refuse & Recycling

Community Foundation of Greater Chattanooga

. Supervise, direct, evaluate, train, counsel, and discipline assigned staff .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeChattanooga • Tennessee • United StatesJunior💰 $25 - $31 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in supervising staff, coordinating projects, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Proficient in budget management, technical documentation, and equipment operation within the construction and maintenance sectors.

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Staff SupervisionProject CoordinationSafety ComplianceBudget MonitoringCCTV Inspection

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Hard Skills

Sewer/Stormwater Pipe InstallationHeavy Equipment OperationTechnical Drawing InterpretationSpecification PreparationRecordkeeping

Soft Skills

Problem ResolutionWork Assignment

Tools & Technologies

CCTV Inspection EquipmentCombination Sewer CleanerMapping SoftwareWord Processing SoftwareSpreadsheet Software

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid Driver’s LicenseTN Department of Agriculture Commercial Pesticide Applicator CertificationPACP Certificate

Industry Keywords

OSHA ComplianceMasonryCarpentryGreen InfrastructureHorticulture

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Supervise, direct, evaluate, train, counsel, and discipline assigned staff
Coordinate daily work activities, assign priorities, monitor work progress, and inspect completed work
Ensure OSHA, MUTCD, and other safety requirements; establish safe work zones and correct violations
Ensure compliance with Federal, State, and City permits, laws, regulations, and requirements
Coordinate work with departments, contractors, agencies, vendors, and the public
Develop long-term goals, projects, maintenance schedules, plans, blueprints, and specifications
Plan and coordinate projects, work orders, budgets, equipment, personnel, materials, and schedules
Inspect work sites and contractor work for quality and proper completion
Oversee equipment operation, maintenance, repair, inventory, deliveries, and restocking
Supervise and perform sewer/stormwater pipe installation, repair, inspection, cleaning, and sealing
Operate CCTV inspection, sewer cleaning, grouting, combination sewer cleaner, and related equipment
Supervise green infrastructure, horticulture, landscaping, tree, turfgrass, pest-control, irrigation, and planting activities
Apply pesticides, herbicides, and fertilizers and maintain application records
Provide budgetary input, prepare purchase orders and bid specifications, and investigate accounting discrepancies
Process timesheets, leave requests, payroll sheets, accident reports, logs, forms, maps, and technical documentation
Operate computers and word-processing, spreadsheet, database, mapping, and related programs
Transport workers, equipment, and materials; communicate by telephone and two-way radio
Maintain knowledge of applicable regulations, techniques, equipment, and professional developments
Perform other assigned duties and report for essential work during inclement weather

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma or GED
Three years of experience is preferred for general assignments
Masonry assignments: vocational education or skilled trade training as a brick mason; two years of masonry experience; two years supervising a work crew and performing administrative duties
Public Library assignments: High School Diploma or GED and four years of combined relevant education, training, or experience; two years of crew leadership
Carpentry assignments: vocational education or skilled trade training in carpentry; five years of carpentry experience; two years supervising a work crew and performing administrative duties
CCTV Operator assignments: four years of experience with CCTV inspection equipment, sewer line cleaning equipment, combination sewer cleaner/vacuum trucks, or sewer line repair; two years supervising a sewer line work crew and performing administrative duties
Pipe Installation assignments: one year of sewer/stormwater construction, installation, and maintenance experience; administrative experience; two years of OSHA safety training and/or related experience
Valid Driver’s License
Must be able to obtain TN Department of Agriculture Commercial Pesticide Applicator Certification within six months of hire
May be required to obtain PACP certificate
Knowledge of supervisory principles, work scheduling, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, sewer/stormwater systems, green infrastructure, horticulture, budgeting, applicable laws, and safe work practices
Skills in staff supervision, work assignment, budget monitoring, specification preparation, technical drawing interpretation, heavy equipment operation, equipment maintenance, safety compliance, recordkeeping, and problem resolution
Ability to meet physical demands including lifting, climbing, kneeling, crawling, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, and repetitive motions
Must meet regular attendance requirements and be able to work during inclement weather when required
Pre-employment background check, DOT drug screening/lift test, and DOT Clearinghouse screening

Benefits

Comp & perks

Robust pay scales
Generous paid time off
Flexible scheduling where possible
Comprehensive health benefits
Wellness programs
Centralized health clinic and pharmacy for all City employees
Professional development
Upward mobility within the organization
Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities