Under general supervision, with latitude for independent judgment and initiative, the Area Supervisor oversees maintenance and repair of a designated borough’s roadways, highways, and related structures, or takes responsibility for prioritized locations and special projects within a borough or citywide maintenance and repair program. The role supervises Supervisor Highway Repairers and yard personnel and oversees street maintenance crews and repair work, including milling, paving, resurfacing, and snow removal as needed. The Area Supervisor investigates roadway defects and high-profile repairs, patrols roadways and arterials for storm damage or flooding, and takes steps to make conditions safe and resolve warranted issues. The position includes visiting work locations to inspect work in progress, verify that appropriate methods and safety regulations are followed, and support effective productivity. The supervisor ensures safety measures protect work zones and pedestrians, provides on-site instructions about corrective or alternative methods, and conducts timely post-inspections of completed work. The role also involves fair and consistent employee performance evaluations, training when needed, recommendations for transfers and reassignments, reviewing and approving timesheets and leave requests, conducting and attending meetings, and reviewing and preparing productivity reports. The position is based at 6080 Flatlands Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11236, and is scheduled for 40 hours per week. Applicants must be serving permanently as an Area Supervisor Level 1 or Supervisor Highway Repairer and must have filed for Civil Service Exam #7507. Appointments are subject to OMB approval.
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Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
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