Street Maintenance Supervisor - La Porte, United States - City of La Porte

City of La Porte

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La Porte, United States

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Description

STREET MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR

Category:
Full-Time

Status:
Open

Hourly Rate:
Min. $ Mid $32.671

Published:
April 18, 2024

Closing:
Open Until Filled

DEFINITION

To plan, coordinate, supervise and review the work of a number of crews of lead, skilled and semi-skilled workers engaged in a wide variety of maintenance, repair, and cleaning of streets; and to assist the Street Maintenance Superintendent in overall administration of the Division.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives direction from the Street Maintenance Superintendent.
Exercises direct and indirect supervision over street and drainage maintenance staff.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Assist in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies and priorities.
Plan, coordinate, supervise, and review the work of crews engaged in street resurfacing, repairing and patching; sidewalk, curb and gutter removal and replacement; maintenance of storm drainage facilities; utility cut repair; concrete; street cleaning.
Assist in development of equipment and material specifications.
Receive, investigate and resolve complaints.
Respond to a variety of public inquiries regarding City maintenance procedures.
Check all street service functions for needed maintenance and repair projects.
Requisition materials and supplies.
Assist in the preparation and administration of the Division budget.
Inspect work in progress and upon completion, providing advise and assistance on difficult work problems.
Maintain records of materials, time, and equipment.
Ensure the efficient and safe performance of street and drainage system repair and maintenance.
Perform special surveys and projects as assigned. Prepare and submit a variety of reports, memos, and correspondence.
Coordinate street maintenance and related activities with other City departments, divisions, and sections and with outside agencies.
Select, supervise, train, and evaluate subordinates.
Perform related duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

For indefinite periods of time - mobility within an office and field environment; some risk involved in dangerous environments (exposure to fumes, odors, and chemical and mechanical hazards); exposure to extreme cold, heat and noise; sitting; standing; walking; reading; decision making; reaching above shoulder level; occasional lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds; using both hands for simple and firm grasping; clarity of hearing; communicating clearly and effectively, in person, by telephone, and by two-way radio; fine finger manipulation; operating a motor vehicle through city traffic.

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

Materials, methods, practices and equipment used in all street, drainage.
Types and level of maintenance and repair activity performed in street maintenance programs.
Occupational hazards and standard safety precautions necessary in the work.
Geography of the City, including street layout and location.
Principles and practices of supervision, training and performance evaluation.

Ability to:

Set priorities and schedule work according to specific needs. Keep records and make reports.
Effectively deal with subordinate personnel and the general public.
Assist in the preparation and administration of an operational budget.
Interpret and work from sketches, diagrams, and blueprints and prepare plans for minor projects.
Recommend purchases of supplies, equipment, and tools.
Communicate clearly, understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
Select, supervise, train, and evaluate subordinates.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Operate a personal computer, calculator, telephone, and twoway radio.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

Four years of significant experience in street maintenance, and repair work, preferably including some supervisory responsibilities and a High School Diploma or GED.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES
Possession of, or ability to obtain within three months, a valid Texas Class A CDL.
- _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 actions may change at any time with or without notice._

**_The City of La Porte is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Qualified Individuals._