Field Operations Superintendent (4605-29)

Job Title: Field Operations Superintendent

Location: Cincinnati, Ohio

Your Benefits of Working for Hamilton County!

• Starting Pay: $35.06 an hour
• Generous Paid Time Off: 11 Paid Holidays, three weeks of vacation in the first year, immediately accruing paid sick time, and paid parental leave.
• Ohio Public Employee Retirement System which includes 14% Employer Contribution and a defined benefit option.
• Highly Competitive and Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, HRA, Dental, Vision, Employer-Paid Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability, Tuition Reimbursement, Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility, Free On-Site Parking, Wellness Incentives, robust Employee Assistance Program, access to Free Medical and Rx through Marathon Health, plus expansive Behavioral and Mental Health Resources, and More!
  
  

We serve the residents of Hamilton County in more ways than you may realize! As the Field Operations Superintendent for Hamilton County’s Planning & Development Department, you will lead the team that keeps our stormwater systems, fire hydrants, and public infrastructure running safely and efficiently. You’ll oversee daily field operations, ensuring crews have the direction, equipment, and support needed to deliver high-quality service to our community. In this role, you’ll coordinate people, resources, and response efforts to solve problems, improve operations, and maintain readiness during emergencies. Your leadership helps protect the County’s infrastructure and strengthens public trust in the essential services we provide every day.

Summary Of Job Duties

• Communicates work priorities, clarifies assignments, and ensures all projects meet technical, safety, and service standards. Reviews workload distribution, equipment readiness, and progress toward daily and weekly goals.
• Develops and maintains operational plans, schedules, and resource allocations.
• Oversees maintenance and repair of storm sewers, waterlines, and fire hydrants.
• Coordinates with contractors, engineers, fire departments, and other agencies to support infrastructure projects.
• Oversees inventory and fleet operations.
• Reviews and approves timesheets, overtime, and leave requests.
• Provides 24/7 emergency response leadership for major storms, waterline breaks, or hydrant strikes, ensuring staff safety and coordination with external responders.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• 2 years experience as Equipment Operator 3 and/or work experience or training which indicates an advanced knowledge of supervision, heavy construction materials, techniques and procedures, Planning & Development Maintenance procedures, computer applications/systems and public relations.
• Skill in the operation of maintenance equipment
• Valid Driver's License issued by the state of residence
• Must obtain a Safety Skills Certificate in Reasonable Suspicion Substance Abuse Training for Supervisors after hire.
  
  

Work Location and Hours:

• 10486 Burlington Rd. Cinti, Oh. 45231
• 40 Hour Work Week, generally between core hours of 7:30-5:30
  
  

Deadline To Apply

Open Until Filled

Be part of our Team! We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all employment practices. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law. We are a second-chance employer and a recovery friendly workplace.