Working Foreman – Environmental Division, Department of Public Works

Job summary

Direct and supervise laborers performing maintenance, construction, and improvement work in parks, recreation areas, and public facilities. Operate tools and heavy equipment, ensure work is safe and timely and stays within budget, and assist with scheduling, progress reporting, and employee training.

Job details

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The Working Foreman will ensure that tasks are completed safely, on time, and within budgetary constraints while maintaining a high standard of work. This role also involves assisting with the scheduling of tasks, reporting project progress, and training new employees. Qualifications: Hands-on experience with construction projects, especially those tied to parks and outdoor spaces. Familiar with safety standards and OSHA rules to keep teams and projects safe. Experience setting and managing a budget. Bilingual candidates a preferred. High School Diploma or GED required. A valid CDL B required, airbrakes preferred. Hoisting license with the following endorsements 2A, 2B, 4B required. Five (5) years’ experience in municipal public works with a majority in Environmental Management desired. Special Requirements Submit Application: via email to humanresources@methuen.gov, complete online application at www.methuen.gov/jobs, or submit by mail to City Hall 41 Pleasant St., Room 206, Methuen, MA 01844 Miscellaneous Information The City of Methuen is committed to the full inclusion and consideration of all qualified individuals for its open positions, regardless of their race, gender identity, religion, ethnicity, age, physical abilities, sexual orientation, veteran status, or personal experience. It is the City of Methuen’s goal to embrace diverse perspectives and welcome candidates from underrepresented groups to help make its vision a reality, by providing access to resources to all candidates and providing reasonable accommodations to persons with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the Human Resources Department. Job Details Category City of Methuen Employment Opportunities Status Open Salary $76,503.48 annual salary, DPW Union Posted September 8, 2026 Closing Open Until Filled Attached Files Working Foreman - Environmental Tools Download Application Apply Online Email Resume Steps 1. Listing Information This section is complete current step 2. Job Details This section is complete 3. Preview and Submit This section is complete Listing Information Category* Advertising and PR Services Aerospace and Defense Banking Business Services Computer/IT Services Construction Education Engineering Services Financial Services Government and Military Healthcare Services Insurance Internet Services Nonprofit Other/Not Classified Printing and Publishing Real Estate Restaurant/Food Services Retail Choose from Full List Display* Display Starts: October 2026 Calendar Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 27 28 29 30 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Qualifications: Hands-on experience with construction projects, especially those tied to parks and outdoor spaces. Familiar with safety standards and OSHA rules to keep teams and projects safe. Experience setting and managing a budget. Bilingual candidates a preferred. High School Diploma or GED required. A valid CDL B required, airbrakes preferred. Hoisting license with the following endorsements 2A, 2B, 4B required. Five (5) years’ experience in municipal public works with a majority in Environmental Management desired. Special Requirements Submit Application: via email to humanresources@methuen.gov, complete online application at www.methuen.gov/jobs, or submit by mail to City Hall 41 Pleasant St., Room 206, Methuen, MA 01844 Miscellaneous Information The City of Methuen is committed to the full inclusion and consideration of all qualified individuals for its open positions, regardless of their race, gender identity, religion, ethnicity, age, physical abilities, sexual orientation, veteran status, or personal experience. It is the City of Methuen’s goal to embrace diverse perspectives and welcome candidates from underrepresented groups to help make its vision a reality, by providing access to resources to all candidates and providing reasonable accommodations to persons with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the Human Resources Department.

What you’ll do

Direct and supervise laborers performing maintenance, construction, and improvement work in parks, recreation areas, and public facilities. Operate tools and heavy equipment, ensure work is safe and timely and stays within budget, and assist with scheduling, progress reporting, and employee training.

Requirements

A high school diploma or GED, a valid CDL Class B, and a hoisting license with endorsements 2A, 2B, and 4B are required; air-brake qualification is preferred. The posting seeks five years of municipal public works experience, preferably with most of that experience in environmental management, along with construction experience, safety and OSHA knowledge, and budget management experience.

Listed skills

• Heavy equipment operation · Preferred
• Team Supervision · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Construction Project Experience
• Team Supervision
• Public Works
• Environmental Management
• Parks and Outdoor Spaces Maintenance
• Safety Standards
• OSHA Compliance
• Budget Management
• Task Scheduling
• Project Progress Reporting
• Employee Training
• Hand Tool Operation
• Power Tool Operation
• Heavy Equipment Operation
• CDL Class B
• Hoisting License

Job areas

• Government & Public Sector
• Environmental & Sustainability
• Management & Leadership
• Trades
• Construction

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