Public Works Maintenance Manager

sjgov•Stockton, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The San Joaquin County Department of Public Works has two exciting leadership opportunities available for Public Works Maintenance Managers. An eligible list will be established to fill these positions and may be used to fill future vacancies. Pre-Employment Drug Screening and Background: Potential new hires into this classification are required to successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen and a background investigation as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made unless the eligible has passed the drug screen and successfully completed the background process. The County pays for the initial drug screen. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. A completed application must be postmarked or received online by the final filing date. Please see the attached brochure for more information about this opportunity. Maintenance Manager.pdf NOTE: All correspondences relating to this recruitment will be delivered via e-mail. The e-mail account used will be the one provided on your employment application during time of submittal. Please be sure to check your e-mail often for updates. If you do not have an e-mail account on file, Human Resources will send you correspondences via US Mail.

Requirements

Possession of valid California driver’s license.
Methods and equipment used in public works maintenance and operations projects involving highway, street, bridge, channel maintenance, and traffic operations; operating characteristics and maintenance requirements of public works equipment; soil, drainage, aggregate and road surfacing characteristics as related to road maintenance in San Joaquin County; geography and road systems in San Joaquin County; hazards involved in the operation of heavy equipment and precautionary measures to be observed; principles and practices of employee supervision.
Plan, assign and supervise workers and equipment; evaluate equipment maintenance needs and establish priorities based upon economics, weather, public relations and other factors; understand, interpret and carry out written and oral instructions; read and interpret construction plans, diagrams or sketches; keep work records and prepare reports; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, other agencies and the public.

Responsibilities

Plans and supervises projects and activities involving the construction, installation, repair, and/or maintenance of streets, roads, sidewalks, trees, channels, culverts, drainage facilities, bridges, traffic control devices, and/or related public works facilities; supervises the procurement of required materials and equipment; ensures that work complies with all applicable regulations, policies, and procedures.
Prepares work schedules for assignment of personnel and equipment and establishes day-to-day priorities; directs staff in the resolution of day-to-day issues; monitors employee work performance and conducts performance evaluations; conducts staff meetings; ensures that employees receive appropriate job-related training, as well as instruction in the safe and proper operation of tools, equipment, materials, and other resources.
Inspects and reviews work in progress and ensures that projects are being completed timely and in accordance with plans and standards; makes superiors aware of any problems or deficiencies and recommends solutions.
Responds to and investigates complaints from the public and directs staff to make appropriate corrections as required; works with other divisions, departments, and agencies to coordinate project activities, resolve problems, and serves as a departmental liaison; as assigned, represents the department at meetings and briefings, and participates on task forces and committees.
Prepares and maintains a variety of records, reports, and other documents; keeps time and material records; prepares reports of work in progress and work completed; requisitions equipment and materials; prepares correspondence and other communications.
Develops project cost projections and schedules; works with vendors to negotiate favorable prices on materials, supplies, and/or equipment; monitors accounts and expenditures and recommends adjustments as needed to keep projects on track and within budget.
Participates in staff selection processes; coordinates personnel issues for assigned areas and initiates employee disciplinary actions in accordance with departmental policy.
Maintains knowledge of laws, regulations, policies, and other requirements associated with areas of assignment.