What are the responsibilities and job description for the DISTRICT SUPERVISOR / HIGHWAY DEPT position at St. Charles County Government?
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JOB DESCRIPTION: The purpose of this position is to plan, organize, and supervise the daily operations of a large facility, equipment fleet, and multiple County district work crews of varying construction disciplines; plan short term and long term operations; work within an assigned budget; and relay information to the Highway Superintendent for development of the annual road program; provide safety training for personnel; and liaise with the public. The work is performed under the supervision of Highway Superintendent.
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BENEFITS: This is a full-time 40 hour per week position which includes a full range of benefits including Paid Time Off, Extended Medical Leave, Holidays, Employee Health, Dental, Life, Disability, Retirement, and Tuition Assistance programs.
Applications will be accepted on a continuing basis until the position is filled or a sufficient number of qualified candidates has applied.
St. Charles County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. St. Charles County is a drug and alcohol-free workplace. A pre-employment drug screen is required for all positions.
JOB DESCRIPTION: The purpose of this position is to plan, organize, and supervise the daily operations of a large facility, equipment fleet, and multiple County district work crews of varying construction disciplines; plan short term and long term operations; work within an assigned budget; and relay information to the Highway Superintendent for development of the annual road program; provide safety training for personnel; and liaise with the public. The work is performed under the supervision of Highway Superintendent.
- Plans, supervises and directs the day to day operations of the multiple district work crews including general maintenance (mowing, patching, cleanup, etc.) and those with specialized skills (mechanics, asphalt paving, concrete street repair, bridge construction and repair, storm sewer televising and maintenance); allocates personnel, assigns jobs, and relays information between the crews and the Highway Superintendent.
- Investigates citizen complaints. Answer questions from the general public about road repairs and other problems.
- Performs a road inventory to assess which maintenance activities have priority for work assignments.
- Assists Highway Superintendent in planning the annual road program including project recommendations, pavement evaluations, and approximation of quantities.
- Implementation of in-house road program tasks including scheduling of culvert replacements, road repairs, road widening, brush removal, and coordinating requests for easement agreements.
- Performs winter storm response duties which include optimizing truck routing and procedures to prepare efficient snow routes for district. Oversees the manufacture of salt brine and storage of salt in accordance with SWPPP/SPCC guidelines. Supervises snow removal activities.
- Prepares records and turns in reports for tasks completed each day for inventory requirements and work order requirements. Orders materials needed for repairs and maintenance. Approves expenses for crew supplies.
- Assess work progress and checks for quality and safety.
- Responsible for the proper adherence to the Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasures (SPCC) Plan and the Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) at the District Maintenance Facility and on project sites.
- Works on-call and responds to emergency calls at any time. Emergency response trained and certified to perform under FEMA guidelines for flood control, tornado response, and any other FEMA related work.
- Evaluates and makes decisions on personnel. Conducts interviews for new hires. Disciplines and terminates employees.
- Operates snow and ice removal equipment to assist in trouble areas as necessary.
- Performs general inspections.
- Performs general office duties, answers the phone and completes necessary paperwork.
- Checks road conditions in County to maintain public safety.
- Assess district equipment through maintenance reports, performance logs, and upcoming projects to make recommendations for future repairs or replacements to the Highway Superintendent.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Education
- High school diploma or equivalent, vocational or on-the-job training for road construction equipment operation
- 5 years highway maintenance/construction experience
- One year of supervisory experience
- Any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills and abilities
- A valid commercial driver’s license required.
- Employment is contingent on successfully passing a full criminal background check.
BENEFITS: This is a full-time 40 hour per week position which includes a full range of benefits including Paid Time Off, Extended Medical Leave, Holidays, Employee Health, Dental, Life, Disability, Retirement, and Tuition Assistance programs.
Applications will be accepted on a continuing basis until the position is filled or a sufficient number of qualified candidates has applied.
St. Charles County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. St. Charles County is a drug and alcohol-free workplace. A pre-employment drug screen is required for all positions.