Public Works Supervisor

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Public Works Supervisor, under direct supervision of the Public Works Director, is responsible for providing leadership, delegation, scheduling, training, inspections, performance evaluation and oversight during everyday operations of the city’s utility crew and contractors. The public works department’s collective areas of responsibility include operation and maintenance of the city’s systems, including water distribution, storm water collection, parks, streets, and facilities. The job includes work as a supervisor and as a hands-on crew leader, including operating equipment as needed. Ideally, the person in this position will serve as the Direct Responsible Charge (DRC) for the water system. Duties include clean drinking water operations compliance.

This position is an opportunity for an experienced public works employee who wants to remain engaged in the day-to-day work of operating multiple city utilities and to grow their supervisory skills, leading a crew of 4 to 5 public works professionals. The public works crew members and clerk report to the Public Works Supervisor.

TYPICAL DUTIES

• Plans, organizes, assigns, supervises, schedules and reviews the work of assigned crew in the installation, maintenance, and repair of City water distribution system, facilities, parks, streets and storm drains.
• Participates with and monitors operations and activities of the crew.
• In consultation with Public Works Director, develops overall work plan for the public works crew. Has the primary responsibility for daily and weekly scheduling and assigning work to the crew.
• Assists Public Works Director in identifying opportunities for improving service delivery methods and procedures; provides recommendations concerning process changes; and implements improvements and ensures policies are followed.
• Oversees regular maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of public works equipment and supply inventory.
• Assures compliance with Federal, State and City laws, policies and regulations pertaining to the operation and maintenance of public works facilities; completes required forms and maintains complete, accurate records; analyzes data and prepares reports.
• Promotes the safe operation of tools, equipment, and vehicles required to perform in the position. Trains staff in work and safety procedures and in the operation and use of equipment and supplies.
• Inspects work in progress and completed work of assigned employees and contractors for accuracy, proper work methods and techniques, and compliance with applicable standards and specifications.

Pay: $79,000.00 - $92,500.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $79,000 - $92,500