Operations Supervisor

Job Title

Under general supervision, performs supervisory work coordinating the daily activities of the Public Works Operations and Maintenance Division's field crews.

Job Description

Under general supervision, performs supervisory work coordinating the daily activities of the Public Works Operations and Maintenance Division's field crews. Work involves planning, supervising and reporting on the work of assigned field staff engaged in the maintenance and repair of landscaping drainage and roadway maintenance and projects within City right of ways and facilities. Employee is responsible for establishing priorities, providing schedules and assigning workers to various job sites and determining the nature and extent of maintenance and repair work to be performed. Employee is responsible for determining needed maintenance supplies and materials. Employee shall assist in estimate and procurement duties for projects performed under their supervision Employee must exercise considerable initiative and independent judgment in ensuring that necessary work is performed in a timely manner. Employee must also exercise tact and courtesy in contact with City department heads and personnel. Reports to the assigned supervisor.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

Supervises, coordinates, plans and monitors the daily activities of the Public Work's operations crews.

Supervises, coordinates and oversees construction projects related to drainage, sidewalks and trails, and special project requests from other departments.

Supervises, coordinates and oversees maintenance activities related to road and drainage, mowing and landscaping, the solid waste program, debris, emergency maintenance and special requests from other departments.

Delegates work assignments to foreman and crew leaders and assigns equipment.

Inspects work areas prior to beginning work, and ensures safety of work sites and practices.

Inspects drainage construction projects to ensure compliance to project plans and specifications; reviews work performed.

Maintains logs and records of construction, maintenance and repair work performed.

Reviews and approves staff timesheets and hard copy or electronic work orders for daily activities.

Interacts with citizens on problems or complaints related to operations activities.

Performs personnel performance evaluations and deals with day to day personnel management problems/concerns.

Interacts with management, surveyors, engineers, contractors, etc., in determining course of action and required manpower and materials for projects.

Prepares various required safety and quality standards reports related to execution of projects.

Prepares and develops specifications for bid requests for various projects.

Responds after hours for Public Works' emergency response notifications; performs maintenance work if able, dispatches necessary personnel for more complex projects.

Assists crews in operations of equipment, job layout, training, and understanding of blueprints and related documents on all projects.

Coordinates with utility companies in completing locates and determining course of action for conflicts within work area.

Performs other related work as required.

This job description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills or working conditions associated with the position. While it is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements, Management reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary that are a logical assignment to the position.

Minimum Training & Experience

Graduation from high school; a minimum of 5 years of experience in the maintenance trade fields specifically related to drainage and roadway construction right of way maintenance and 3 years of supervisory experience required. Must possess a valid Florida Driver's License and have an acceptable driving record and maintain an acceptable driving record.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT

Must possess or be able to obtain a valid Class "A" Unrestricted Commercial Driver's License issued by the State of Florida within six (6) months

Must possess or be able to obtain an Advanced Maintenance of Traffic Certification within six (6) months

Must possess or be able to obtain a Qualified Stormwater Management Inspector Certification within six (6) months

Emergency Declaration Status

Code 1: Essential Employees may be required to work during an undeclared emergency and/or declared emergency. On an incident by incident basis, the employee's Department Head will make the determination as to who will be required to work.

Benefits

Health Insurance: Health care plan options include HDHP, OAPIN and OAP through Cigna. Dental Insurance: Dental coverage is offered in three plans that include DHMO & PPO High/Low plans. Vision Insurance: Vision coverage includes an annual eye exam, frames and lenses or contact lenses in lieu of eyeglasses. Life Insurance: The City of Palm Bay provides each employee with life insurance in the amount of one time their annual base salary at no cost. Additional coverage is available at the employee's cost up to the Guaranteed Issue amount of $250,000. Dependent/Spouse Life Insurance: The City of Palm Bay provides each employee with dependent/spouse life insurance in the amount of $5,000 per dependent at no cost. Additional coverage is available at the employee's cost. Short Term Disability: Coverage pays 66 2/3% of employee's annual base salary during a short-term disability period not to exceed 26 weeks. Long Term Disability: Coverage pays 66 2/3% of employee's salary at time of disability after a 180 consecutive day waiting period. Defined Contribution Retirement Plan: City contributes a base of 3%. Employees may contribute up to 6% and the City will match the employees contribution. Holidays: 11 holidays and 1 birthday holiday and 1 floating holiday. Paid Leave: Accrue 96 hours of vacation and sick leave per year. Accrued vacation hours increase after 10 years of service.