Highway Maintenance Supervisor

County of DuPage•Wheaton, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We are pleased to offer the opportunity to work as a Highway Maintenance Supervisor within the DuPage County Division of Transportation. This position is included in the Bargaining Unit of the International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 150, Supervisory Unit. The salary displayed for this position is the minimum hiring salary in accordance with this collective bargaining agreement. This position is eligible for our complete benefit package including medical, dental and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, pension, deferred compensation plan, tuition reimbursement, pre-paid legal and credit union. As a team member at DuPage County, you will also have access to time off with pay on Designated Holidays or holiday pay if required to work, Vacation time, Sick time and Personal days. To learn more about the cost and coverage of the benefits plan, visit Employees Benefit Information For detailed information on paid time off, visit: Local 150 DOT - IUOE Highway, Grounds, and Vehicle Maintenance Supervisors DuPage County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

Completion of a High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma equivalent
Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in the operation of heavy construction equipment or specialized complex equipment
Two (2) years supervising work crews
Must have at the time of hire and be able to maintain a valid Illinois Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) and must have an Air Brake Endorsement.
A post offer physical is required.
A pre-employment background check is required.

Responsibilities

Assigns, delegates, supervises and inspects the work of subordinate workers engaged in equipment operations and crew duties for assigned area
Recommends such action for crew leaders and crews
Trains employees
Completes daily reports of needed and completed maintenance
Determines what equipment, material and traffic signs are necessary to complete projects safely and efficiently
Operates various road/path maintenance equipment
Evaluate and prioritize necessary road and trail repairs
Oversees and coordinates all activities related to the management of snow and ice operations
Is subject to being on-call for emergency maintenance service at all times including during snow and ice operations
Recommends hires and promotions, directs and evaluates employment decisions for all assigned positions