Public Works Superintendent

City of Cedarburg•W59 N306 Johnson Avenue, WI

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Cedarburg is seeking a Public Works Superintendent who embodies their commitment to respect, collaboration, and community. This role oversees daily operations of the Public Works Department, leading planning, development, and management of road and street maintenance. The Superintendent will direct and support field staff, manage contractor performance, and ensure regulatory compliance. This position reports directly to the City Engineer/Public Works Director and collaborates with Parks, Recreation, and Forestry staff on intersecting projects. The Superintendent also coordinates with city organizations and community partners for city-wide events and festivals, ensuring safe infrastructure and smooth operations.

Requirements

7-10 years of progressively responsible experience in public works operations, with extensive supervisory experience.
High school diploma required
Commercial Driver's License (CDL) required
Strong communication, leadership and organizational skills

Nice To Haves

associate or bachelor's degree preferred

Responsibilities

Plans daily work schedules for eight (8) full time employees as well as part time/seasonal employees as required.
Maintains records of employee time, attendance and work performed.
Plans and directs employee training and safety programs.
Initiates or approves purchase requisitions, reviews and approves invoices.
Maintains fuel supplies, pumps and records for all City agencies.
Maintains inventory of material and supplies.
Inspects and completes reports on damage resulting from operations.
Supervises, directs and inspects the repair and maintenance of streets as to pavement patching, crack sealing, painting of curbs and traffic lines, traffic sign installation, street sweeping, maintenance of storm sewers and catch basins, and similar functions.
Confers with City Engineer as to scheduling major capital improvements involving streets.
Manages set-up for annual festivals and events.
Supervises all phases of snow removal/ice control operations.
Attends meetings as required.
Responsible for departmental compliance with all safety regulations.
Works in collaboration with the Fleet Manager on all aspects of vehicle and equipment oversight and the operation of the maintenance garage.
Oversees the servicing and maintenance of all vehicles and equipment.
Coordinates and manages daily garage operations.
Jointly recommends major equipment purchases.
Solicits and reviews proposals, confers with sales representatives, and initiates purchase requisitions.
Investigates citizen complaints and service requests and takes appropriate action to resolve issues whenever possible.