What are the responsibilities and job description for the Utility Superintendent - Streets position at City of Lake Oswego?
The City of Lake Oswego announces an outstanding management opportunity as Streets Superintendent in the Public Works Department.
The Streets Utility Superintendent works under the general direction of the Deputy Public Works Director and is responsible for planning and coordinating the operations and maintenance activities of the City’s streets, sewers, and water systems. As Superintendent, the incumbent would hire, train, supervise, and evaluate the work of the Streets utility crews, and assist work crews with difficult jobs as needed.
- Maintain records, update maps and accounts for street and surface water system inventories, including the use of a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).
- Plan, organize and control costs; prepare cost estimates of repair work to be performed, and direct the procurement of necessary supplies.
- Repair and operate specialized equipment associated with surface water system operations, including but not limited to: backhoes, loaders, high pressure cleaner, and T.V. inspection equipment.
- Coordinate maintenance activities performed by several crews with other City departments; provide technical information about the surface water system to the departments, as needed.
- Answer inquiries from the public about customer complaints.
- Ensure that safety rules and regulations are followed.
- Ensure compliance with laws relating to surface water system.
- Ensure that an adequate supply of surface water materials are on hand.
Preferred candidates will have an Associate Degree in business management, engineering or related field; at least four years of experience in surface water systems, and at least one year supervisory experience.
Qualified candidates must have knowledge and understanding of computer systems; knowledge and understanding of MS4 Permitting compliance; ability to learn and use programs associated with surface water; be able to read and understand blueprints and as-builts. In addition, qualified candidates must have effective oral and written communication skills; the ability to deal tactfully and effectively with the public and employees; the ability to perform manual tasks for long periods of time in inclement weather; and, be skilled in the operation of heavy construction equipment.
For a complete list of the essential duties, knowledge, skills and abilities required, and physical and mental demands please review the complete job description at www.ci.oswego.or.us/hr.
Non-cash compensation includes medical, dental, vision, PERS employee pick up, and VEBA contribution.
Bilingual Pay: Employees who can speak and/or write a language listed in the top five (5) most common languages spoken in the Lake Oswego School District, may be eligible for three percent (3%) bilingual pay.
Application Process: You may visit our web site at www.ci.oswego.or.us to access the online application process. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed job application. This position is open until filled, with first review December 15, 2025.
Salary : $90,941 - $110,494