Public Works Operations Supervisor - Channel Restoration

City of San Antonio • Tx 78228, TX

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Under general direction, is responsible for directing the activities and personnel engaged in street maintenance or repair, drainage and sidewalk construction, street cleaning, markings, installation or maintenance or traffic signs, river and ditch maintenance, and/or vegetation management. Work involves inspecting work and equipment, preparing reports and assigning work schedules. Working conditions are primarily outside with frequent exposure to temperature extremes, traffic construction dust; damp/wet surfaces, overhead power lines, animal/insect bites, high noise, oily surfaces, liquid asphalt and lime. Exercises direct supervision over assigned staff.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent (recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency).
• Three (3) years of experience as a crew lead or supervisor in field construction and maintenance.
• Valid Class "C" Texas Driver's License.
• Must obtain a Valid Texas Commercial Class "B" Driver's License plus all required endorsements within six (6) months of employment.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of supervision, training, and personnel management.
• Knowledge of uses, adaptabilities, and general characteristics of a wide variety of tools and maintenance materials used in street maintenance or repair, drainage and sidewalk construction, street cleaning, markings, installation or maintenance or traffic signs, river and ditch maintenance, and/or vegetation management.
• Knowledge of elementary principles and practices of technical civil engineering as applied to maintenance and construction.
• Knowledge of planning and work schedule development processes and techniques.
• Knowledge of safe work practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of applicable Federal, State and local laws and ordinances.
• Knowledge of hazards and safety measures related to maintenance, installation and construction.
• Skill in utilizing a personal computer, associated software, and a two-way radio.
• Skill in utilizing tools and equipment needed to perform daily functions.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City staff and the general public.
• Ability to supervise, train and evaluate personnel.
• Ability to interpret blueprints, and to follow grades established by engineering computations.
• Ability to plan, organize and develop the work of a group of employees.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment.
• Ability to perform all the physical requirements of the position, with or without accommodations.

Nice To Haves

• Three (3) years’ experience in customer service.
• Three (3) years’ experience with SAP, Lagan, and CRM.
• Three (3) years’ experience with special events coordination & logistics.
• Three (3) years’ experience with program operations & development.

Responsibilities

• Oversees and directs the day-to-day operations of field staff engaged in street maintenance or repair, drainage and sidewalk construction, street cleaning, markings, installation and/or maintenance of traffic signs, river and ditch maintenance, and/or vegetation management.
• Ensures compliance and timeliness of work performed with applicable service level agreements, construction specifications, Infrastructure Management Program, city ordinances, safety procedures and/or departmental operating procedures.
• Performs inspections on all equipment and materials to ensure proper maintenance and safety of operation, which involves frequently lifting and carrying materials weighing 25 pounds.
• Maintains inventory; initiates requisitions for stock replacement parts and monitors service or repairs of equipment.
• Interviews, selects, supervises, develops, evaluates, counsels, and if necessary, disciplines personnel according to established COSA policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Coordinates applicable work with utility companies or other city agencies.
• Responds to special requests from residents, business owners and/or City Council Offices.
• Performs administrative duties to include maintaining records and preparing reports on personnel, inventory, supplies, materials and costs.
• Conducts and attends meetings.
• Delivers training as needed such as safety, construction specifications and/or quality.
• Conducts safety investigations for personal injury or illness or property damage and completes applicable documentation.
• Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.

Benefits

• Pre-employment drug testing
• Background checks
• Physical, motor vehicle record evaluation, and additional background checks may be conducted if required for the position.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED