Street Maintenance Supervisor

Under general supervision of the Street Superintendent, supervises assigned personnel and operations in the Street Maintenance Division, including the maintenance of Right-of-Way improvements, City streets, concrete repairs, tree maintenance, street sweeping and sewer maintenance; coordinates assigned activities with other City departments and outside agencies; and performs other related duties. Works under the general supervision of the Street Superintendent, and exercises supervision over subordinate skilled craft and labor and trades personnel, including Maintenance Leadworkers, Maintenance Workers II, Maintenance Workers I, and Storekeeper. The following essential functions are those that are critical, integral, necessary, crucial, primary and fundamental to the job. Incumbents who possess the requisite skill, experience, education, and other job‑related requirements of a position are expected to perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation. The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position‑specific duties. Supervises the maintenance of City streets, including concrete and asphalt repairs, tree maintenance, street sweeping and storm water systems, and City sewer system in compliance with Department procedures, City policies and regulatory agency standards. Continuously monitors and evaluates the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures; assesses and monitors work load; identifies opportunities for improvement and directs the implementation of changes. Schedules maintenance projects, including the work of City crews or contractors engaged in maintenance tasks using accurate time and cost estimates. Supervises the activities of street and/or sewer maintenance crews; monitors operations to identify and resolve problems and priorities; determines equipment, material and personnel needs; prepares work orders, assigns staff, projects, vehicles and equipment; provides staff training in equipment operation; reviews the work of maintenance staff to assure the work quality and timely accomplishment of assigned duties and responsibilities. Enforces work methods, procedures and standards, and assures that maintenance programs are in alignment with the City policies, safety standards, and regulatory agency standards. Maintains written and photographic records and logs of services performed and project management information; reviews and writes reports, analyzes costs, and manages budgets and expenditures. Performs a variety of administrative activities, including employee scheduling, payroll reporting, and work activity reports; maintains inventories and assures that adequate materials, supplies, equipment and tools are available. Reviews, investigates, and responds to work requests and complaints. Schedules and oversees the work of contractors and vendors that provide services to the City. Responds to requests for information; provides information to other supervisors or managers and organizations; researches issues, and recommends solutions. Assists with the selection, training, motivation, and evaluation of Division personnel; provides or coordinates staff training, including safety training; works with employees to correct deficiencies; implements discipline. Composes, reviews, edits, and approves correspondence and periodic reports of departmental activity. Coordinates division activities with those in other departments, outside agencies and organizations; provides technical assistance as necessary. Stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of street, storm water and/or sewer collection system maintenance. Responds to emergency calls assisting standby crew on an as‑needed basis. Performs related duties and responsibilities as assigned. Ensures customer satisfaction and provides professional customer support. Education and Experience Possession of a High School diploma, G.E.D. or equivalent; AND five (5) years street maintenance/public works or sewer maintenance experience, including two (2) years supervisory experience; OR an equivalent combination of training and experience. Working Knowledge of sewer system operations and maintenance is desirable. Required Licenses or Certifications Must possess a valid California Class B Driver's License within 5 months of date of appointment. Must possess a valid California Class C Driver's License. Possession of a Grade I Collection System Certification issued by the California Water Environment Association is highly desirable. Required Knowledge of City organization, operations, policies and procedures. Principles and practices of street construction, maintenance, repair and safety practices, including equipment related maintenance. Principles and practices of storm water system construction, maintenance, repair, and safety practices, including safety practices related to working in confined spaces. State and federal construction administration codes and regulations; Cal OSHA regulations. City Code, City Ordinances, Standard Operating Manual, Personnel Policies and Procedures, and applicable Memoranda of Understanding. Principles and practices of organization, administration, personnel management, and the operating budgets. Required Skill in Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with staff, City departments, elected officials, regulatory agencies, contractors, community groups, local businesses, and the general public. Interpreting and applying street construction and maintenance standards, safety codes, and City policies and procedures. Monitoring operations and assuring City streets, storm water collection facilities, sewer systems, are properly and safely maintained; monitoring division operating budgets. Reading and interpreting plans, schematics, and specifications. Promoting and enforcing safe work practices. Supervising staff and delegating tasks and authority; provide supervisory input for employee evaluations. Assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects, and demands. Operating a personal computer, including word processing and spreadsheet software. Effective verbal and written communication. Safely and efficiently operate heavy equipment, trucks, cars and small engine units. Physical Demands / Work Environment Work is performed in indoor and outdoor environments with considerable time spent in moderate temperatures (above 80 degrees), with exposure to the elements, including heavy rain. Work requires reaching, bending, lifting (up to 50 lbs.), driving, pushing, crawling, walking, and climbing (more than 12 feet). Good near vision, far vision and color perception is required. May be exposed to wet surfaces, minor amounts of dust, and on occasion loud noises. Work may involve exposure to moving traffic in the field at work sites, heavy motorized equipment, wet surfaces, occasional loud noise and dust.

FRINGE BENEFITS

The City's comprehensive fringe benefits program includes: retirement (Public Employees' Retirement System), medical, dental, life and vision insurances, deferred compensation, sick and vacation leaves, after-hours education reimbursement, ride share program, uniform allowance and other provisions. #J-18808-Ljbffr City of Compton