Recreation Site Maintenance Foreman
The Department of Fish and Game is seeking a Recreation Site Maintenance Foreman to maintain and develop fishing and boating access sites and maintain regional wildlife management area roads and access sites for our Upper Snake Region based in Idaho Falls. Why IDFG? We are a premier natural resource agency dedicated to preserving, protecting, perpetuating, and managing Idaho's fish and wildlife for this great state. We are committed to creativity, innovation, and excellence as we cultivate opportunities for our customers to engage with our natural resources and become resource stewards for future generations. We are highly dedicated to our mission, committed to our team, and we know how to balance work / life commitments while loving the work we do.
What We Offer :
- Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Participation in one of the nation's best state retirement systems
- Generous vacation and sick leave accrual
- Eleven paid holidays a year
- Eight weeks of paid parental leave
- Multiple saving plans-optional 401k and 457 plans
- Group life insurance / disability insurance / supplemental life insurance
- Public sector student loan forgiveness
- Employee assistance program
- State and department wellness programs
- Ongoing training opportunities
- Potential flexible work schedule
Responsibilities :
Supervises and oversees a crew of one year round and 2-3 temporary employees primarily responsible for weekly site maintenance tasks and assisting with other projects.Schedules work projects by visiting building and recreation sites to determine equipment and material needs.Secures permits, obtains bids and purchases materials; inspects projects for conformance to specifications code compliance and American Disability Act standards.Projects costs and provides budget input for construction projects.Develops and monitors assigned budgets.Reviews equipment and production reports, travel vouchers and other work records for completeness and accuracy. Prepares annual work plans and completion reports.Facilitates / attends public meetings on recreation site development.Supervises and performs activities related to building construction and repair, grounds development and maintenance, and equipment operation and maintenance, such as building, remodeling and repairing structures, equipment, and furniture, parking areas, vault toilets, rock walls, sidewalks, fences, boat launches, and docks.Operates and performs minor maintenance on equipment including trucks, dozers, telehandlers, excavators, graders, concrete mixers, welders, generators, chain saws, and small hand and power tools used in construction.Determines replacement parts and orders supplies and equipment.Works internally and with other governmental organizations to secure grant funding and submit necessary reports.Minimum Qualifications :
Possess a Class "A" Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with an air brake endorsement OR be willing to obtain one within 60 days of hire. The CDL must be retained through the duration of employment.Valid Driver's license.Considerable knowledge of construction methods, including reading blueprints and interpreting specifications, construction safety practices, and construction equipment and tools.Experience with all phases of construction, including scheduling and supervising construction crews, projecting costs, purchasing materials, completing reports and records, and assuring compliance with state building codes.Experience performing carpentry, plumbing and electrical installation and repair, irrigation, sewer and well system installation and repair, and road-surface maintenance and repair.Experience operating and maintaining equipment associated with construction and building trades.Additional Information :
The successful candidate will be subject to pre-employment drug screening test.The successful incumbent is also subject to drug and alcohol testing throughout duration of employment, including random, post-accident, reasonable suspicion testing, etc., in accordance with federal regulations.The successful incumbent must, with or without reasonable accommodation, be able to walk rugged terrain, work in extreme weather conditions, lift and carry equipment weighing up to 60 pounds with occasional lifting and carrying up to 100 pounds for short distances.To learn more about the Idaho Department of Fish and Game, please see the following :
(video) Idaho Fish and Game - We Make It HappenContact Information :
Idaho Department of Fish and Game
P.O. Box 25
Boise, Idaho 83707
Website : https : / / idfg.idaho.gov /
Email : [email protected]
Phone : (208) 334-3773
EEO / ADA / Veteran : The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws. The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY / TTD : 711), or email [email protected]. Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.