Construction Supervisor - Jefferson County (Roads & Transportation)

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About The Position

Jefferson County is seeking a well-qualified Construction Supervisor for its Roads & Transportation department. Construction Supervisors are responsible for planning, assigning, and evaluating the work of skilled and unskilled personnel involved in the construction, maintenance, and repair of various projects. They oversee paving operations, traffic operations, culvert installation, drainage systems, and exercising supervision directly or through subordinate staff. Incumbents in this job are assigned to various jobs by a supervisor who establishes objectives, priorities, and deadlines, and offers guidance in handling unusual situations. Information about assignments may be communicated through prepared drawings and detailed specifications. The Construction Supervisor is responsible for planning and executing projects assigned, identifying and resolving issues in accordance with established policies, procedures, and accepted practices. Work performance is evaluated through on-site inspections and review of reports.

Requirements

Class A Commercial Driver's License.
Experience in the use of materials and methods involved in at least ONE of the following: heavy road construction, roadway paving, repair and installation of culverts and storm sewer pipes, repair and installation of storm sewer inlet/manhole covers, bridge maintenance and construction, removal of non-native sediments from creeks, installation of commercial grade fencing and gates, sidewalk construction and maintenance, and curb and gutter installation and repair.
Experience operating medium to heavy construction equipment such as a track excavator, front end loader, boom truck/dump truck, backhoe, bulldozer, roll grader, or asphalt paver.
Experience in leading crews and participating in maintenance and/or construction (sidewalks, roads, paving, pipes, etc.).
Experience setting up traffic work zones using cones, flaggers, signs, and other safety equipment.

Nice To Haves

Experience leading a construction crew consisting of four or more construction personnel.
Experience working within a work order/asset management system (e.g., CityWorks, Cartegraph, CIMS).

Responsibilities

Planning, assigning, and evaluating the work of skilled and unskilled personnel involved in the construction, maintenance, and repair of various projects.
Overseeing paving operations, traffic operations, culvert installation, and drainage systems.
Planning and executing assigned projects.
Identifying and resolving issues in accordance with established policies, procedures, and accepted practices.
Provides instruction and participates in biosolids collection, transport, and maintenance activities ensuring adherence to regulations and established protocol.
Coordinates and participates in the demolition of condemned and unsafe structures by locating property to be demolished, examines property and determines what needs to be done prior to demolition, and working with crews to execute demolition using standard procedures and ensuring the safety of the crew.
Directs and participates in the construction, installation, maintenance, and repair of culverts, storm and sanitary sewers, manholes, sidewalks by preparing surfaces for work, monitoring safety and surroundings, observing crews, using various tools, and operating appropriate equipment according to established policies and procedures to complete assignments.
Directs and participates in park construction and maintenance by observing and directing tasks being performed, identifying tools and materials needed to complete work, and identifying and correcting damage to property during construction and maintenance activities in order to complete tasks.
Coordinates the daily activities of construction crews by reviewing work orders and assigning work, coordinating efforts across departments, and preparing the truck, equipment, materials, and tools for the day in order to complete daily tasks.
Participates in street/road paving and maintenance activities by ensuring that crews and workers are performing work according to appropriate guidelines and standards through observation of work and/or performing various tasks along with the crew in an effort to complete projects.
Prepares the crew, equipment, and materials upon arrival at worksite by ensuring safety protocol is followed, delegating tasks for completion, observing work being performed, and communicating with those on-site in order to ensure that work is performed according to standards and procedures.
Supervises staff by assigning and distributing work, directing staff in their job duties, monitoring progress of work, providing feedback and/or training.
Performs end of day activities including truck and equipment cleaning, crew head count, tool and equipment loading, paperwork, and prep for the next day in order to ensure work is completed for the day and prep work is completed for the next day of work.