Description

(Regular, Non-Exempt)

Starting Salary Range: $24.63 up to $29.55/hour, DOQ

Closing Date: Open until Filled

Typical Schedule: Monday- Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

How to apply: Using the “apply” button on this page, please complete the required online application, upload a resume and a list of three professional references with full contact information. For general questions about the position, contact Buffy Starkey at (785) 587-2445 or hr@cityofmhk.com

The City of Manhattan values diversity and draws strength from the diversity of the team. The City is committed to providing opportunities for all employees to succeed by creating a diverse and inclusive work environment. The City is always seeking qualified Minority, Veteran, Women and Disabled applicants to fill available employment vacancies. The City of Manhattan is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Summary/Objective 

Organizes, directs, supervises, and evaluates personnel in the performance of daily work assignments to upgrade and maintain City infrastructure and public services. This position functions as a leader of maintenance teams within the department.

Essential Functions 

Oversees maintenance teams in the performance of repairs, construction, installation, snow and ice operations (Street division specific) and maintenance duties.

• Oversees and leads teams performing repair, installation, construction, and maintenance duties related to roadways, bridges, drainage systems, sanitary sewer systems, and other public infrastructure maintained by the department. Position is a working supervisor and may perform duties as required.
• Determines the necessary materials, equipment and personnel required to perform assigned tasks. Maintains accurate records of work completed including materials, equipment usage and personnel hours and works with material suppliers and vendors to ensure the availability of necessary supplies and materials.
• Works and communicates with internal and external partners (e.g., developers, contractors, etc.) on division projects.
• Documents and produces accurate reports, asset data, and field observations as required. Enters data into databases in accordance with standard operating procedures (SOP) and industry standards.
• Checks work sites for potential hazards; determine precautions for safe equipment operation. Oversee the assembly and set up of appropriate traffic control at work sites as required by projects.
• Ensures the proper preventative maintenance, necessary repairs and replacement, routine inspection, and servicing of the equipment.
• Understands and interprets plans, repair manuals, and other maintenance materials.
• Oversee and assists in completing seasonal and emergency maintenance work as required.

 Supervises and manages maintenance team positions assigned to division.

• Hires and trains staff members, as needed.
• Provides supervision and oversight of applicable staff.
• Coordinates schedules of applicable staff.
• Administers City of Manhattan Policies and Procedures in a consistent manner.
• Ensures employees supervised demonstrate productivity, competence, and high morale, as well as utilize employees’ skills and abilities.
• Conducts performance planning and evaluations for employees in a timely manner, to include development of goals, objectives, and deadlines.
• Resolves routine personnel issues or problems.
• Leads and manages staff with clear and consistent communications.

Performs additional support duties as required.

• Manages work-related stress that may result of potentially dissatisfied customers or citizens. 
• May work in and around high traffic areas, utility holes, confined space, trenches, and excretory products, dependent upon division.
• Attends all required trainings and meetings.
• Performs other duties as assigned. 

Additional Qualifications

• Knowledge of construction, installation, and maintenance techniques, materials, and their appropriate applications.
• Occasional 24/7 operations
• Frequently on-call, occasional shift work, and overtime

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

**Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Requirements

Required Education and Experience

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Minimum of two (2) years of equipment operating, construction, or related field.
• Valid Class A commercial driver’s license with airbrakes and Tanker endorsement.
• Street, Fleet, and Stormwater Section-specific: OSHA-30 Certification. OSHA Forklift Operator Certification, Confined Space Training, and Open Trench Safety Training. 

Residency Requirements

• Reside within 45 minutes response time of the worksite facility within 90 days of employment for call back/after hour and on-call duties.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Three (3) years of experience equipment operating, construction, or related field.
• CPR or First Aid Training
• Street, Fleet, and Stormwater Section-specific:
• LTAP Training (e.g., Asphalt Road & Street Maintenance, Concrete Road & Street Maintenance, Gravel Road, and Street Maintenance)
• OSHA Fall Protection
• APWA Winter Operator Training
• Water Distribution and Sewer Maintenance
• Confined Space
• Trenching
• Excavation

Machines, Equipment, Tools, & Software Used

• Personal Computer
• Motor vehicle 
• Microsoft Office Suite, payroll software, GIS software etc.
• Variety of hand and power tools
• Variety of equipment (e.g., bulldozers, backhoes, excavators, graders, skid steer loaders, trenchers, pipe-tapping machines, sewer jet trucks, combination jet/vac trucks, combination jet/vac trailers, sewer line rapid assessment tools (SLRAT), closed circuit television (CCTV) cameras, loaders, motor graders, excavators, wheel loaders, vibratory rollers, and street sweepers)