Public Works Maintenance Superintendent

City of Grain Valley, MO • Full-time • Grain Valley, Missouri (MO), USA • $2.56k - $3.36k / hour • 4d ago

Summary
The Public Works Maintenance Superintendent oversees the operations and maintenance of municipal infrastructure, including water systems, sewer systems, streets, signage, snow removal, and stormwater systems. This role manages personnel, budgets, and resources to ensure efficient service delivery and compliance with safety and operational standards.

Essential Functions
Supervision and Leadership

Lead, supervise, and evaluate the performance of Public Works Division personnel.
Provide team leadership to foster accountability, professional growth, and effective teamwork.
Coordinate work schedules and assignments to ensure efficient operations.

Safety and Compliance

Oversee and coordinate the City’s Work Safety Program, ensuring compliance with safety standards and regulations.
Ensure adherence to regulatory reporting requirements and compliance with all applicable rules and regulations.

Operations Management

Direct and oversee the maintenance and construction of municipal infrastructure, including water distribution systems, sewer systems, streets, signage, traffic signals, snow removal, and stormwater systems.
Coordinate meter reading schedules with the Utility Billing Clerk.
Respond to public complaints and inquiries, directing work or providing answers as needed.

Budget Management

Prepare and manage the annual budget for transportation, water, and sewer funds.
Authorize the procurement of materials, parts, and equipment to support operations.
Prepare reports on equipment usage, materials, and expenditures.

Strategic Planning and Communication

Assist in identifying, adopting, and scheduling capital improvement projects.
Collaborate with external departments and engage in community promotion and education initiatives.
Prepare and present activity reports to the Community Development Director.

Miscellaneous Responsibilities

Perform other duties as assigned to support the overall mission of the Public Works Division.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent required
Valid State of Missouri Class A Commercial Driver's License required
Five (5) to seven (7) years’ experience in related field
Must have a current “DS3 water operator's license or the ability to obtain within six (6) months

Preferred Qualifications

General facilities maintenance knowledge
Pertinent water and sanitary certifications
Associates degree in related field preferred

Knowledge of:

Principles and practices related to the operation and maintenance of municipal infrastructure (water, sewer, streets, stormwater systems).
Safety standards, regulatory requirements, and compliance
Budgeting and financial management
Capital improvement planning and project scheduling for public works.

Ability to:

Communicate effectively with staff, the public, and other departments, both verbally and in writing.
Supervise, train, and evaluate staff performance, including managing disciplinary actions.
Adapt leadership approach to meet organizational and personnel needs while maintaining operational efficiency.
Analyze operational data and performance metrics to optimize work processes and outcomes.

Skills in:

Operation and maintenance of public works equipment, including vehicles and specialized tools for infrastructure tasks.
Conflict resolution and effective customer service with both internal and external stakeholders.
Project management, including planning, implementing, and overseeing capital improvement projects.

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