DPW Roadworks Assistant Manager

Burning Man•Reno, NV

1d•$17 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Public Works (DPW) Roadworks Assistant Manager will facilitate the construction, maintenance, and strike of the roadways, promenades, plazas, airstrips, service alleys, and thruways of Black Rock City (BRC). They will assist in the performance of daily tasks and logistics associated with the scheduling and operations of the DPW Roadworks Crew, supporting all planning, daily operations, and budget tracking. This role will be required to learn, effectively use, and update existing online systems and documents as needed (e.g. inventory spreadsheets, time logs etc.) to ensure accurate tracking for a successful season. This temporary, ineligible for benefits role is: From July - September : Full-Time , Non-Exempt , based in Black Rock City, Nevada . The deadline to apply for this role is 5:00pm PST on March 10th, 2026.

Requirements

Familiarity with the Burning Man event and the event worksite.
Able to follow directions, receive and integrate feedback into action, maintain a professional demeanor, and respectfully interface with collaborators.
Effective at switching tasks, good time management skills, can evaluate and reprioritize workload as necessary for both self and the team as a whole.
Able to think quickly, problem-solve traffic challenges, apply critical thinking to create solutions, and remain calm under pressure; Situationally aware and safety-minded, able to work long hours in extreme conditions.
Experienced supporting a diverse team with a willingness to promote their strengths and respect their limitations; Leads by example, energizes and engages people while still maintaining firm boundaries and adhering to set standards.
Operates with behavioral integrity, is organized and detail-oriented, reliable, and fulfills obligations.
Capable of safely navigating city streets and access roads that are congested with participants, bicycles, and vehicles.
Working knowledge of Google products (Gmail, Docs, Sheets, Drive) and Microsoft Word and Excel.
A willingness to learn, use, and routinely update online tools and documents.
Comfortable with proactively asking questions should clarification be needed.
Clear, service-oriented, and effective communication at all levels (able to adapt style when necessary) , verbally and written.
Experienced with using 2-way radios and following radio protocol.
Maintains an orderly and respectful demeanor and work-site, providing services with care.
Capable of working in an extreme environment including drastic temperature changes, high winds, poor air quality and low to no visibility at times.
Ability to temporarily relocate for work at the Burning Man event held in Gerlach, Nevada
Valid driver’s license and a good driving record.

Nice To Haves

It is helpful if the candidate has previously been to Burning Man and/or is familiar with its culture.

Responsibilities

Assist in facilitating the planning, construction, and strike of the roads, promenades, plazas, air strips, service alleys, and thruways of BRC.
Support and ensure that work is completed in accordance with the design provided by the Burning Man City Planning Committee and the schedule of DPW event operations.
Help to implement the creation of detailed design features of BRC roads as included in the city plan (e.g. flagging the Greeter ingress and exit roads, cutting in the ice corners, flaring the plaza keys, etc.).
With the Roadworks Team, organize, install and deploy T-bar stakes, cones, banner flags and delineators to determine the city roads and guide BRC traffic.
Receive incoming requests for dust abatement watering and coordinate with Water Truck Drivers to facilitate the “driving in” of roads to create a visual indication of roadways to other drivers.
Work to ensure regular road maintenance and repairs are performed and recorded in a timely fashion.
Anticipate the need for, and track the use of, materials and supplies, working with the Roadworks Manager in placing orders for replenishment.
Assist in keeping a basic running inventory of all materials, adding to a post-season final record of inventory.
Establish and oversee the maintenance of a clean and safe worksite; ensure that all team members are provided with the necessary OSHA approved safety equipment.
Work to maintain continuity in what and how work is documented and that it meets the standards as outlined by management.
Commit to improving and updating Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for this role and crew operations throughout the season for accuracy, as requested.
Assist in regularly producing comprehensive department and staffing schedules and effectively assign tasks.
Help ensure that paychecks are distributed to crew in a timely manner.
Attend and support crew attendance to Team Meetings and DPW Morning Meetings.
Monitor personal and crew well-being by setting realistic goals and empowering self-care while proactively addressing any concerns with the Roadworks Manager and/or City Superintendent.
Learn, use, and share the proper pathways of communication for escalating personnel issues.
Learn how to create proper supporting documentation regarding such matters.
Serve as a mentor, positive role model, and team leader directing people as they work, identifying the best people for the job, instructing and sharing skills as necessary.
Work with the Roadworks Team to plan and execute LNT and Waste disposal plans.
Be familiar with, understand and act in accordance with Burning Man’s staff policies, protocols and behavioral standards.
Prepare post-event written feedback for DPW Management describing the successes of the season, areas in need of improvement and suggestions for improved efficiency; Submit an end-of-season EMBER Report.
Perform other duties as assigned.