INTERNAL JOB POSTING - Sanitation Foreman

INTERNAL POSTING ONLY

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Foreman - Sanitation Department: Public Works Reports to: Street Superintendent FLSA Status: Nonexempt Salary Grade: 17A 2026 Wage: $30.19 per hour

JOB SUMMARY

This position is responsible for supervising the city's solid waste collection operations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Directs the collection and transport of solid waste. Trains, assigns, directs, schedules, supervises, and evaluates personnel. Assists with candidate screening and interviews, providing input to the Street Superintendent. Prepare reports. Responds to and resolves customer questions and concerns. Operates a truck to collect solid waste as needed. Schedules the repair and maintenance of solid waste trucks. Maintains equipment and supply inventory; reorders as needed. Participates in snow removal operations. Performs related duties.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION

Knowledge of management and supervisory principles and practices. Knowledge of department and city policies and procedures, and federal, state, and local laws and regulations. Knowledge of budget management procedures. Knowledge of the location of city streets and alleys. Skill in planning, organization, and decision making. Skill in supervision. Skill in oral and written communication.

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS

The Street Superintendent assigns work in terms of very general instructions and acts in a managerial capacity. The supervisor spot-checks completed work for compliance with procedures and the nature and propriety of the final results.

GUIDELINES Guidelines include traffic laws and city and department policies and procedures. These guidelines require judgment, selection, and interpretation in application.

COMPLEXITY/SCOPE OF WORK

The work consists of varied supervisory and technical duties. Holiday schedules contribute to the complexity of the position. The purpose of this position is to supervise solid waste collection functions. Successful performance helps ensure the efficient and effective management of solid waste.

CONTACTS Contacts are typically with co-workers, other city personnel, vendors, and the general public. Contacts are typically to give or exchange information, resolve problems, motivate personnel, and provide services.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work is typically performed while sitting at a desk or table or while intermittently sitting, standing, bending, crouching, or stooping. The employee frequently lifts light and heavy objects, climbs ladders, uses tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity, distinguishes between shades of color, and utilizes the sense of smell. The work is typically performed in an office and outdoors, occasionally in cold or inclement weather. The employee may be exposed to machinery with moving parts, contagious or infectious diseases, or irritating chemicals. Work requires the use of protective devices such as masks, goggles, gloves, etc.

SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY

Exercises day-to-day supervision of staff activities to ensure effective operations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Must possess high school diploma or GED. Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with completion of specialized vocational training in the field of work. Experience sufficient to thoroughly understand the work of subordinate positions to be able to answer questions and resolve problems, usually associated with three to five years’ experience or service. Possession and maintenance of a valid commercial driver’s license issued by the State of South Dakota for the type of vehicle or equipment operated (Class B with Airbrakes and N-Tanker Endorsement) within six (6) months of employment.

RESIDENCY All new hires must reside within 40 miles of city limits unless specific approval of City Manager.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT I acknowledge that I have received and reviewed this job description. I understand that this job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed and is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications required for the position. I understand that job duties, responsibilities, and assignments may change at any time based on the needs of the City and in accordance with applicable policies, contracts, ordinances, or collective bargaining agreements. I further acknowledge that I am able to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

OPENING DATE: October 15, 2026 CLOSING DATE: October 23, 2026

To apply for this position, please complete the application and submit it by either emailing it to hr@aberdeen.sd.us or delivering it to the Human Resources office in City Hall. For more information, view the full job description.