Highway Superintendent

Town Of Glastonbury•Glastonbury, CT

About The Position

The Town of Glastonbury is recruiting a managerial Highway Superintendent to oversee the Highway and Fleet Maintenance Divisions under the general direction of the Director of Engineering and Highways. Through subordinate supervisors, the Superintendent oversees construction, maintenance and repair of Town streets and related infrastructure; snow and ice control; traffic signs and signals; maintenance and repair of the Town’s vehicle and equipment fleet; and municipal gasoline, diesel and natural gas dispensing facilities. The role manages budgets, operational priorities, resources, procurement, performance and safety, and coordinates divisional work with Town departments and external partners. The position may require responding to emergencies and significant weather or infrastructure events outside normal working hours, and working evenings, weekends and other nonstandard hours as operational needs require. Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Construction Management, Engineering, Fleet Management or a closely related field, and ten years of progressively responsible experience in public works, highway operations, fleet maintenance or a closely related field, including at least four years supervising personnel and managing operational activities. An equivalent combination of education and qualifying experience may be considered, but the four-year supervisory and operational management requirement still applies. A valid Class D motor vehicle operator’s license is required. The role requires access to and inspection of highway, garage, fueling and project sites, including uneven terrain and varying weather. It involves sitting, standing and walking as needed and occasionally lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling objects weighing up to 20 pounds. The employee may encounter traffic, moving vehicles and equipment, noise, dust, grease, oil, fuels, chemicals and related worksite conditions. Work also involves reviewing detailed information, managing multiple priorities and making timely decisions in routine and emergency situations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Public Administration, Business Administration, Construction Management, Engineering, Fleet Management or a closely related field; an equivalent combination of education and qualifying experience may be considered.
Ten years of progressively responsible experience in public works, highway operations, fleet maintenance or a closely related field.
At least four years of experience supervising personnel and managing operational activities; this requirement applies to candidates qualifying through an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Valid Class D motor vehicle operator’s license.
Knowledge of public works operations, including street construction and maintenance, pavement and roadside maintenance, drainage systems, sanitary sewers, traffic signs and signals, and snow and ice control.
Knowledge of fleet maintenance principles and practices for a varied municipal fleet, including preventive maintenance, repair, replacement planning and equipment lifecycle considerations.
Knowledge of vehicles, equipment, materials and work practices used in highway and fleet operations.
Knowledge of safety, environmental and regulatory requirements for public works, fleet maintenance and fueling operations.
Knowledge of budget development and administration, purchasing, competitive procurement and specification development.
Knowledge of supervision, employee relations, performance management, workplace policies and collective bargaining agreements.
Ability to direct, coordinate and evaluate multiple operational divisions through subordinate supervisors and ensure accountability for results.
Ability to analyze operational needs, costs, service demands and resources and make reasoned decisions within established policies and funding.
Ability to develop operating and capital budget requests, monitor expenditures and plan for future vehicle, equipment, material and facility needs.
Ability to prepare clear specifications, reports, recommendations and other written materials, including accurate, clear and concise statistical and narrative reports.
Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, collective bargaining agreements, laws, regulations and standards.
Ability to communicate and coordinate effectively with employees, Town officials and departments, union representatives, contractors, vendors, governmental agencies and the public.
Ability to evaluate performance, expenditures and maintenance records and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reliability and cost effectiveness.
Leadership, supervisory and interpersonal communication skills to guide staff, ensure accountability, foster a respectful and ethical workplace, maintain effective working relationships and provide customer service.
Ability to access and inspect highway, garage, fueling and project sites, including uneven terrain and varying weather conditions.
Ability to sit, stand and walk as needed and occasionally lift, carry, push or pull objects weighing up to 20 pounds.
Visual and auditory acuity sufficient to review documents and work sites, observe vehicle and equipment conditions and hazards, operate a motor vehicle and communicate effectively in varied work environments.

Responsibilities

Plan, manage and evaluate Highway and Fleet Maintenance Division operations, priorities, resources, service delivery, productivity, quality and cost effectiveness.
Oversee construction, maintenance and repair of Town streets and infrastructure, including pavement, roadsides, curbs, drainage systems, sanitary sewer, traffic signs and signals, and other assigned public works assets.
Plan and direct snow and ice control operations, including staffing, equipment, materials and response to weather and road conditions, with attention to employee safety and safe equipment deployment.
Oversee maintenance and repair of the Town vehicle and equipment fleet, evaluate preventive maintenance and repair needs, and plan for replacement and related costs.
Oversee the Town garage and municipal gasoline, diesel and natural gas dispensing facilities, systems, records and controls, ensuring compliance with applicable requirements.
Oversee accurate interdepartmental billing for vehicle and equipment maintenance, repairs and fuel usage.
Direct and support the Highway Maintenance Supervisor and Vehicle and Equipment Maintenance Supervisor; set expectations and priorities, evaluate performance, provide feedback and hold supervisors accountable.
Ensure appropriate staffing, work assignments, training, performance management, employee relations and compliance with Town policies, work rules and collective bargaining agreements; participate in employee selection and disciplinary processes within authority.
Participate in preparation of annual operating budgets and capital improvement requests, monitor expenditures, and promote effective use of resources.
Conduct cost-benefit analyses and oversee procurement and vendor contract negotiations.
Plan and coordinate acquisition and replacement of vehicles and equipment for Town departments; evaluate needs, develop specifications, analyze bids, recommend purchases and verify delivered items against specifications.
Prepare bid specifications and procurement documents for materials, equipment and contracted services in accordance with Town purchasing requirements.
Oversee inventory management and control of parts, materials, supplies and other resources.
Coordinate divisional activities with Engineering, Town departments, contractors, utilities, vendors and governmental agencies.
Oversee workplace safety and injury prevention, identify hazards, ensure training and protective equipment, and oversee investigation and correction of unsafe conditions and practices.
Establish and monitor operating procedures, performance measures and records; identify and implement improvements to reliability, efficiency and customer service.
Monitor applicable safety, environmental and transportation regulations and developments in highway maintenance and fleet management; evaluate implications and recommend operational changes.
Foster a respectful, safe, equitable and ethical work environment, and set and enforce professional and customer service standards.
Respond to emergencies and significant weather or infrastructure events outside normal working hours as required.
Maintain confidentiality of records and information as appropriate; observe safe work practices and traffic laws; represent the Town professionally and courteously; attend work regularly and punctually; and perform other duties as required.

Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance
Long-term disability insurance
Pension benefits when the position meets the pension plan’s schedule requirements
Retirement savings benefits
Paid vacation leave
Paid sick leave
Paid personal leave
Paid holidays
Tuition reimbursement
Longevity pay
Deferred compensation
Short-term disability insurance
Hospital indemnity insurance
Accident insurance
Supplemental life insurance