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Utilities Assistant Foreperson

Date: September 12, 2025

Location: City of Weyburn – Public Works Department

Job Order # 6243594

JOB SUMMARY

Reporting to the Utilities Manager, the Foreperson is a working supervisor responsible for coordinating and

performing the safe and efficient installation, repair and maintenance of below ground city infrastructure.

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES

Operations

• Collaborates with the Manager to assign tasks, and equipment on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis aligning

with corporate priorities and approved budgets to maximize City resources effectively and safely;

• Supervises, trains, and participates in the work of staff involved in the repair and maintenance of underground

water, sewer, and storm lines. Lead the crew maintaining lift stations, hydrants, valves and house

connections.

• Operates a vehicle for transport of crew, materials, equipment and towed equipment to job site, including

operation of vac truck;

• Skilled in using various hand tools and power equipment such as picks, jackhammer, cement mixes, cement

saw, tapping tool, CCTV camera unit, chainsaw, rock saw and valve exerciser;

• Maintains accurate daily work records; assists with procurement of materials and equipment for repairs;

• Ensures that all equipment, tools and apparatus are well-maintained and in proper working order;

• Supports the daily operation of lift stations and sewer infrastructure;

• Performs other duties as required.

Safety

• Ensures adherence to schedules, procedures and established performance safety standards are met;

• Oversees independent contractors to verify safe, compliant, and efficient operations.

Leadership

• Directs crew members, demonstrating safe work practices as needed, monitoring progress and reporting

feedback to Manager;

• Communicates professionally when addressing requests, complaints or providing information to the public,

subordinate staff, outside agencies or other stakeholders.

SUPERVISORY MANAGEMENT

The Foreperson – Utilities is responsible for directing and overseeing the work of Public Works employees. The

Foreperson communicates disciplinary, performance or attendance issues to the Manager – Utilities to manage.

JOB DESCRIPTION
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JOB REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION

• Certificates in H2S, Standard First Aid and CPR, SCOT Training with WHMIS, Confined Space Entry and Rescue,

Fall Arrest, Respiratory Protection and Ground Disturbance, Traffic Accommodation, Urban Work Zone, Flag

Person and Ground Disturbance required.

• Certification in Water Distribution II, Wastewater Treatment II and Wastewater Collection II (required within

one year of employment); Certification in Fire Hydrant and Valve Maintenance is also required.

• Leadership for Safety Excellence and Supervision & Safety training required

• Proficiency in Leak Detection Equipment and Sewer Camera Equipment.

• PME training required (mandatory module at minimum).

• Possession and maintenance of a valid Class 5 licence required; valid class 3A licence preferred

EXPERIENCE

• Three (3) to five (5) years progressive experience in municipal operations with a focus on utilities considered

an asset.

• One (1) to three (3) years of progressive supervisory experience, demonstrating effective team leadership,

scheduling, and direction of crews while ensuring adherence to policies and procedures.

Additional Information:

• Job Status – Permanent – Full Time

• Classification – Unionized, CUPE Local 90

• Starting Wage – $30.35/hour

To Apply:

Please submit your resumes and cover letters directly to Kim Wilks, Utilities Manager at

careers@weyburn.ca The City of Weyburn thanks all applicants for their interest in this employment

opportunity but only those applicants invited for an interview will be contacted.

Posting open to internal applicants until September 19, 2025.