District Foreman

Salary : $40,801.07 Annually

Location : Multiple locations, LA

Job Type: Full Time Non-Exempt

Job Number: DF2024

Department: Park Operations

Opening Date: 05/03/2024

Closing Date: 5/17/2024 4:59 PM Central

FLSA: Non-Exempt

General Summary

General Summary: Under direction of District Manager, the District Foreman coordinates, organizes, assigns and supervises work of employees in grounds, facility and equipment maintenance functions. Responsible for quality assurance of work completed and training of staff.

Requirements and Job Specifications

Education Required: H. S. diploma is required.

Preferred: Vo-tech school diploma or associate's degree in related field.

Preferred Area of Study: Horticulture, Agriculture, Construction Management, Landscape Architecture, Agronomy, Park Operations, Sports Turf Management, or related field.

Certification(s) Required: Must be able to obtain chemical license within 6-12 months of hire.

Preferred: Certified Playground Safety Inspector CPSI or Class 3 Turf and Ornamental Pesticide Applicator's license.

License(s) Required: Valid LA driver's license.

Preferred: Valid Class D or above Commercial driver's license.

Years Relevant Work Experience: Two (2) years related supervisory experience and two (2) years experience in the construction, horticulture, agronomy, forestry, or grounds & building maintenance field. Equivalent certification, education, and experience will be considered.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Basic knowledge of grounds maintenance practices and operations

Knowledge of proper mixing & application of chemical agents including fertilizers, herbicides, and pesticides

Mechanical aptitude

Skill in the use of modern equipment including tractor, bulldozer, dump truck, bobcat, and front-end loader

Ability to prioritize, schedule and inspect work and organize other workers

Ability to communicate orally and in writing

Ability to work independently

Ability to train and develop staff on technical tasks

Basic computer software knowledge

Ability to read and write the English language

Must have a positive attitude with the willingness and desire to learn new skills

Ability to drive a BREC Vehicle to perform essential functions of the job

Ability to adjust to changing work demands, procedures, technology, and/or priorities

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the public

Functions and Duties

Essential Functions and Duties:

Inspects facilities daily to ensure quality and safety standards are met.

Trains and develops staff on daily tasks.

Plans, assigns, and supervises daily work within a designated district.

Performs physical work on park grounds and park features, including aquatic features, as needed.

Adjusts personnel and material needs as required.

Communicates with and inspects the work of third party vendors for contract services.

Review and assign workorders

Responds to inspection needs and special events within the district.

Recommends equipment and personnel needs to the District Manager.

Assists District Manager with equipment and material inventory control

Obtains quotes and procures materials and supplies.

Communicates orally and in writing with patrons and employees of needed information.

Works with District Manager to handle employee relations, scheduling, work inspection, organization, and inventory

Assumes the role of District Manager in his/her absence.

Keeps accurate records of daily activities and expenses.

Secondary Job Duties

Works with District Manager to evaluate employee performance.

Assists District Manager with administrative and logistical needs.

Other duties as assigned.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee. He or she will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties as requested by his or her supervisor.

Supplemental Information

Hours Worked: As scheduled, generally 40 hours per week; lunch break daily; overtime as required. Some weekend and after-hours work required. Subject to call out to respond to emergencies and other situations as required.

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. If you do not complete each section of this application (i.e. work experience, education, or etc.) to demonstrate that you meet the eligibility and minimum qualification requirements described in this announcement, your application will be deemed incomplete and you will be ineligible for further consideration for this vacancy.

An offer of employment is contingent on passing a pre-employment criminal background check, Motor Vehicle Records check, drug screen and physical.

If you have any questions or concerns, please email or call .

2024 FULL-TIME EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

HEALTH INSURANCE: Comprehensive medical benefits including HMO, PPO, and Blue Saver (Qualified High Deductible High Savings Account) and options are provided through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana. Coverage is effective the first of the month, following two months of employment, a (2 month waiting period). Employee cost per month for HMO: $175.43 - employee only; $597.45 - employee & spouse or employee & dependent children; $962.52 - family. Employee cost per month for PPO: $375.23 - employee only; $975.50 - employee & spouse or employee & dependent 162.68.57 - employee & spouse or employee & dependent children; $290.49 - family. BREC also offers voluntary insurance plans: Dental, Vision, and Supplemental Insurance (Accident, Cancer/Critical Care, Long and Short-term Disability, Term and Whole Life).

LIFE INSURANCE: All full-time employees are insured under a Group Term-Life Insurance policy through Equitable Life Insurance Company a subsidiary of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana. Coverage is subject to decrease at age 65 and 70. There is no cost to the employee except for salaries more than $50,000 which are subject to the imputed income clause under the IRS regulations. Coverage is effective immediately.

RETIREMENT SYSTEM: BREC contributions to the City-Parish Employees' Retirement System for each employee amount to 40.32% of salary. Employees contribute at the rate of 9.5%. Retirement contributions are tax deferred. Personal contributions are kept on account and refunded if employees leave BREC before their retirement. Additional benefit opportunities are available after 25 years through the DROP program. BREC also offers a Supplemental Retirement DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN through payroll deduction.

HOLIDAYS: BREC employees receive twelve (12) paid holidays per year.

SICK LEAVE: BREC employees accumulate sick leave at the rate of 100 hours per year the first five years they are employed; accrual of hours will increase based on the number of years of service, thereafter, up to 192 hours for 15 or more years. Employee is eligible to utilize leave after 30 days of continuous employment.

ANNUAL LEAVE: BREC employees earn annual leave at the rate of 100 hours per year the first five years they are employed; accrual of hours will increased based on the number of years of service, thereafter, up to 192 hours for 15 or more years. Employee is eligible to utilize leave after 90 days of continuous employment.

FULL-TIME STATUS: Upon completion of a six-month probationary periods and approval of supervisor, full-time status will be achieved.

EMPLOYEE DISCOUNTS: BREC full-time employees can take advantage of a generous discount. Some restrictions may apply. See the discount policy for more details.

EAP: BREC's Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is administered by Hidalgo Health Associates. They EAP helps employees and their family members resolve personal or work-related problems.

CREDIT UNION: BREC employees are eligible to join the City Federal Credit Union and/or Pelican State Credit Union and enlist in payroll deduction plan. Direct deposit to the Credit Union is also available.

FEDERAL STUDENT LOAN FORGIVENESS: BREC is a qualifying employer for public service loan forgiveness. Employees who have Federal Direct Loans and have made 120 payments on the Federal Direct Loans (after October 1, 2007) may be eligible for the remaining loan balance to be forgiven.

LA START: This 529 Qualified Tuition savings plan may be open on behalf of a named Beneficiary by anyone, including legal entities, provided that the Account Owner or the Beneficiary is a resident of Louisiana. Account Owners may save at their own pace, in amounts they can afford.

FSA: BREC offers an FSA that allows employees to contribute a portion of their regular earnings before taxes. Distributions from the account must be used to reimburse the employee for qualified expenses related to medical and dental services.

SUPPLEMENT BENEFITS: BREC offers voluntary benefits through AFLAC or Colonial Life. Those benefits include accident insurance, critical care, life, LTD and STD.

BREC reserves the right to at any time and from time to time to modify or amend, in whole or in part, any or all of the provisions of the benefit package.

*Commissioned Approved Benefits Effective January 1, 2024*

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Do you have a valid Louisiana driver's license?

Yes

No

02

If so, which class?

Class A CDL

Class B

Class C

Class D

Class E

03

Do you possess a high school diploma or equivalency certificate?

Yes

No

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How many years of experience do you have with ground maintenance, horticulture, forestry and/or construction? One (1) year Two (2) years Three (3) years Four (4) years or more Less than one (1) year

One (1) Year

Two (2) Years

Three (3) Years

Four (4) years or more

Less than one (1) Year

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Do you have two years related supervisory experience?

Yes

No

Required Question