Equipment Operator Supervisor

City of Portsmouth•Portsmouth, VA

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Equipment Operator Supervisor plans, inspects, and supervises equipment operators and laborers to ensure the proper collection, removal, and disposal of bulk trash, debris, recycling, and solid waste. The position reports to the Waste Management Administrator. Individual assignments are determined by the supervisor based on workload and department needs. The role also supports departmental personnel administration, employee relations, staff development, strategic planning, research, and evaluations. It is classified as essential personnel and requires attendance and work during and following natural disasters and emergency situations.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Three to five years of experience in waste collection and disposal.
Ability to operate heavy equipment.
Three to five years of supervisory experience.
A valid Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with an acceptable driving record.
Acceptable general background check, including local and state criminal history checks.
Must complete a pre-employment medical evaluation and substance abuse testing; subject to random alcohol and controlled substance testing.
Ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 25 pounds frequently, and up to 10 pounds constantly; the work is classified as Medium Work.
Knowledge of waste management and landfill operations, equipment and materials used in the work, and safety precautions and occupational hazards of waste collection, removal, and disposal.
Ability to assign and supervise work, investigate possible waste collection violations, resolve citizen concerns, inspect and report on work, interpret instructions, and maintain effective working relationships.
Ability to read work orders, policy manuals, zoning maps, waste management handbooks, and administrative forms; prepare route assignments and reports; and communicate effectively in Standard English.
Ability to use mathematical formulas and perform basic arithmetic.
Ability to use automotive, hand, and small power tools and equipment, and to coordinate hand and eye movements rapidly and accurately.
Ability to work with people in emergency situations and communicate by telephone.
Ability to attend and work during and following natural disasters and emergency situations as essential personnel.

Responsibilities

Supervise, organize, train, and assign equipment operators’ work involving the collection, removal, and disposal of bulk trash, debris, recycling, and solid waste from commercial and residential customers.
Supervise daily inspections of waste management vehicles to ensure cleanliness and safe operating condition.
Assign routes to equipment operators and inspect work in progress and routes after collections are completed.
Identify illegal or improper items placed out for collection and enforce city policies and regulations related to waste management collections.
Coordinate alternative routes when vehicles are inoperable and assist equipment operators on assigned routes as needed.
Inspect completed work for accuracy and completion, and complete documentation concerning operator performance, vehicle and equipment maintenance, route assignments, and work completion.
Respond to public inquiries and concerns; investigate problems, initiate resolutions, and prepare findings and recommendations for corrective action.
Protect city equipment, private property, and people by following safety procedures and watching for pedestrians, vehicles, property, utility lines, and other obstructions.
Establish systems to ensure city and departmental personnel policies and procedures are administered appropriately.
Assist with departmental human resources functions, including employee relations and staff development programs, and develop departmental strategic plans, research, and evaluations.
Perform other related work as required.
Plan and organize daily work, establish priorities and schedules, and coordinate resources to achieve departmental and city objectives.
Select and recommend qualified personnel, direct staff development and training, provide performance feedback, recognize strong performance, and take disciplinary action when necessary.
Coordinate, audit, and control manpower, financial resources, materials, and equipment; ensure compliance with city policies, standards, and procedures.
Maintain effective working relationships and communication with employees, other departments, city officials, professionals, and the general public.