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The City of San Luis Obispo currently has an opening for a Streets Maintenance Supervisor position in the Public Works Department.
If you are selected for interviews, they will take place in-person on Tuesday, October 8, 2024, so please hold that date.
JOB SUMMARY:
Develops, supervises, evaluates and participates in various programs and activities related to the construction, modification, maintenance and repair of City streets, sidewalks, traffic signage and signals, curbs, gutters, storm sewers and creeks; assists in the coordination and oversight of contracted construction and maintenance work; performs related work as assigned.
CLASS CHARACTERISTICS:
This single-position, mid-management classification plans and oversees the activities of lead, hourly, part-time and seasonal streets and related facility development and maintenance workers, ensuring that City public streets, sidewalks, traffic control and storm drainage systems provide the highest level of safety and public use. Successful performance of the work also includes long- and short-range planning and capital improvement project oversight. This classification is distinguished from the Deputy Director of Public Works/City Engineer in that the latter has overall management responsibility for a comprehensive division of capital design and construction services, and streets, parks, trees, and facilities maintenance.
SUPERVISION
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED:
The Streets Maintenance Supervisor receives general direction from the Deputy Director of Public Works/City Engineer within a framework of broad policies and procedures and established organizational values and processes.
Direct and indirect supervision is provided to staff, often through subordinate levels of supervision, related to street maintenance needs.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
(Any one position may not include all of the duties listed nor do the listed examples include all tasks that may be found in positions of this class.)
- Plans, organizes, coordinates and administers goals, objectives, policies, priorities and capital improvement projects to maintain, repair and improve City streets, sidewalks, traffic signage, curbs, gutters, storm sewers and related facilities and appurtenances.
- Plans, organizes, administers, reviews and evaluates the work of skilled, semi-skilled unskilled and support staff, either directly or through subordinate levels of supervision; provides training and policy guidance and interpretation to staff.
- Coordinates work of employees for the best utilization of available staff and resources; examines work areas to review work in progress and resolves work problems; inspects work upon completion.
- Oversees street, sidewalk, storm drain, traffic control and related construction and renovation projects; develops and reviews plans and specifications for capital improvement programs.
- Develops and implements an effective pavement maintenance program and other inspection and preventive maintenance programs.
- Ensures that staff provides a high degree of service to both internal and external customers that supports achieving the department's and the City's mission, objectives and values.
- Contributes to the overall quality of the department's service by developing, reviewing and implementing policies and procedures to meet legal requirements and City needs.
- Receives, investigates and resolves complaints and liability claims from the public regarding streets, sidewalk, gutters, traffic control, flood control and related maintenance matters and projects and/or maintenance staff.
- Enforces safety regulations and trains supervisory, hourly, part-time and seasonal employees in the practices and procedures related to the construction, maintenance and repair of assigned facilities; trains staff in the use of hand and power tools, equipment and vehicles.
- Investigates and implements the use of automated applications to track and record pavement management and sidewalk inspections, work performed, materials used and related activities.
- Determines and recommends equipment, materials and staffing needs for assigned maintenance projects; assists in preparing and administering the annual budget; purchases and maintains and inventory of supplies as required for the program.
- Maintains logs and records of work performed; prepares periodic and special reports as required.
- Acts as the City's representative for the division to a variety of commissions, committees, community, business, educational and other organizations and the public.
- Acts as the Public Works department liaison for the maintenance staff with the Downtown Association including supervision of the Farmer's Market Barricade, and the part time downtown street maintenance staff.
- Performs related duties similar to the above in scope and function as required.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of:
- Principles, practices, tools and equipment required for constructing, improving, maintaining and repairing a variety of streets, sidewalks, traffic signage and signals, curbs, gutters, storm sewers and creeks.
- Principles and practices of employee supervision, including work planning, assignment, review and evaluation and the training of staff in work procedures.
- Preventive maintenance principles and programs related to assigned functions.
- The operation and maintenance of a variety of hand and power tools, vehicles and power equipment related to the work.
- Safety equipment and practices related to the work, including electrical safety, the handling of hazardous chemicals and safe driving rules and practices.
- Applicable laws, codes and regulations.
- Methods of estimating time, labor, materials and equipment necessary to perform assigned work.
- Basic budgetary and contract administration policies and procedures.
- Standard office practices and procedures, including computer applications related to the work.
- Techniques for effectively representing the City in contacts with contractors, governmental agencies, community groups and various business, educational and other organizations.
- Techniques for providing a high level of customer service to public and City staff, in person and over the telephone.
- Record keeping and reporting practices.
Ability to:
- Plan, organize, administer, coordinate, review, evaluate and personally participate in programs and capital improvement projects to construct, maintain and repair streets, sidewalks, traffic signage and signals, curbs, gutters, storm sewers and creeks within the City.
- Develop, review, implement and review programs and policies related to the development, maintenance and improvement of facilities.
- Plan, organize, assign, coordinate, supervise and evaluate the work of assigned staff.
- Interpret, apply and explain complex laws, codes, regulations and ordinances.
- Prepare and administer public agency budgets and contracts.
- Prepare clear and concise reports, correspondence, policies, procedures and other written materials.
- Maintain City streets, sidewalks, curbs and gutters in a safe and operable condition.
- Troubleshoot maintenance problems and determine materials and supplies required for maintenance and repair.
- Respond to and resolve questions and complaints from the public.
- Maintain accurate logs and records of work performed.
- Use tact, initiative, prudence and independent judgment within general policy and legal guidelines.
- Effectively represent the City in contacts with governmental agencies, community groups and various business, professional, regulatory and legislative organizations.
- Work in a team atmosphere and participate on a variety of departmental and City-wide committees to enhance the provision of all City services.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work.
- Work off-hours and weekend shifts for specified programs or in emergency situations.
- Work out doors in all weather conditions and with exposure to traffic and potentially hazardous chemicals.
- Work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer.
- Perform some physical work and inspect City street and related sites.
- Drive a motor vehicle and lift and move materials and equipment weighing up to forty pounds.
- Read printed materials and a computer screen
- Communicate in person and over the telephone or radio.
TYPICAL QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
An Associate of Arts degree in an appropriate trade, construction, or engineering field.
and
Three years of experience in the construction, maintenance and/or repair of street related infrastructure, including one year of lead or supervisory experience;
or
An equivalent combination of education and experience.
POSSESSION AND MAINTENANCE OF:
A valid California class C driver's license and a satisfactory driving record.
BEFORE A FINAL OFFER IS MADE THE CANDIDATE WILL BE REQUIRED TO COMPLETE:
Pre-Employment Physical
Livescan Fingerprinting (DOJ)