Public Works Superintendent

City of Lomita•Lomita, CA

8h•Hybrid

About The Position

Under general direction, plans, organizes, manages, and oversees the City’s field operations and maintenance programs, including streets, parks, landscaped areas, facilities, fleet, public rights-of-way, and related public infrastructure. Manages maintenance activities performed by City staff and contractors, develops operational goals, budgets, and maintenance programs. Schedules, assigns, reviews, and supervises the work of staff performing public works infrastructure and facilities operations, construction, maintenance, and repair duties within the Public Works Department; manages the operational budgets for assigned divisions; administers service contracts and capital improvement support activities; provides complex staff assistance to management staff in areas of expertise; and performs related duties as assigned. This is an at-will, exempt, management classification responsible for planning, organizing, managing, and evaluating the City’s field operations and maintenance programs; Streets and Trees, Parks, and Facility Divisions. Incumbents are responsible for performing diverse, specialized, and complex work involving significant accountability and decision-making responsibilities, which include developing and implementing policies and procedures for assigned programs, budget administration and reporting, and program evaluation. Incumbents serve as a professional-level resource for organizational, managerial, and operational analyses and studies. Performance of the work requires the use of considerable independence, initiative, and discretion within broad guidelines. The Public Works Operations Superintendent serves as a member of the Department’s management team and works collaboratively with other City departments, outside agencies, contractors, regulatory agencies, and the public to ensure the effective delivery of municipal services.

Requirements

Principles and practices of employee supervision, including work planning, assignment, review and evaluation, discipline, and the training of staff in work procedures.
Principles and practices of leadership.
Principles and techniques for working with groups and fostering effective team interaction to ensure teamwork is conducted smoothly.
Principles and practices of budget administration and monitoring.
Principles, practices, methods, operating procedures, and techniques related to the operations, construction, maintenance, and repair of public works infrastructure and facilities.
Best practices for parks and landscape care in governmental settings.
Materials, methods, equipment, and tools used in public works maintenance activities.
Methods of estimating time, cost, and equipment to perform assigned work.
Operation of a variety of maintenance and construction vehicles and equipment.
Purchasing policies, procedures, forms, and techniques.
Applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, regulations, and procedures relevant to public works infrastructure and facilities maintenance.
Principles and procedures of record keeping.
City and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols.
Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and City staff.
The structure and content of the English language, including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
Modern equipment and communication tools used for business functions and program, project, and task coordination, including computers and software programs relevant to work performed.
Assist in developing and implementing goals, objectives, practices, policies, procedures, and work standards.
Select and supervise staff, provide training and development opportunities, ensure work is performed effectively, and evaluate performance in an objective and positive manner.
Understand, interpret, and apply all pertinent laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures, and standards relevant to work performed.
Identify problems, research and analyze relevant information, and develop and present recommendations and justification for solutions.
Perform the most complex construction, maintenance, and repair work on public works infrastructure and facilities.
Research, analyze, and evaluate new service delivery methods, procedures, and techniques.
Plan and organize public works maintenance programs in assigned areas.
Inspect work in progress and upon completion; identify areas needing improvement.
Train subordinate personnel on the methods of maintaining public infrastructure.
Respond to complaints or inquiries from citizens, staff, and outside organizations.
Read, understand, and interpret blueprints, construction drawings, diagrams, plans, maps, and specifications.
Prepare clear, effective, and accurate reports, correspondence, and other written materials.
Maintain accurate logs, records, and written records of work performed.
Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy and procedural guidelines.
Organize work, set priorities, meet critical deadlines, and follow-up on assignments.
Effectively use computer systems, software applications relevant to work performed, and modern business equipment to perform a variety of work tasks.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, using appropriate English grammar and syntax.
Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Possession of a high school diploma or G.E.D., supplemented by specialized training in public works infrastructure maintenance, street maintenance, construction, or a related field.
Seven (7) years of increasingly responsible experience in public works infrastructure and facilities operations, construction, maintenance, and repair, including two (2) years of supervisory responsibility.
Possession of a valid California Driver’s License, to be maintained throughout employment.

Nice To Haves

Certification in Plumbing, Electrical, HVAC, Playground, or Arborist is desirable.
Completion of coursework in certifications related to OSHA safety, emergency management, contract administration, or public works operations is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Plans, organizes, assigns, supervises, and manages the activities of the Streets and Trees, Parks, and Facilities Divisions.
Develops work plans, preventative maintenance schedules, operational goals, and performance measures for each division.
Establishes priorities, allocates personnel and equipment resources, and ensures the effective delivery of maintenance services.
Trains staff in work procedures; evaluates employee performance, counsels employees, and effectively recommends initial disciplinary action; assists in selection and promotion.
Participates in the development of goals, objectives, policies, and procedures for assigned services and programs; recommends and implements policies and procedures including standard operating procedures for assigned operations.
Monitors public works infrastructure and facilities operations, construction, maintenance, and repair activities; identifies opportunities for improving service delivery and procedures; provides recommendations concerning process changes; reviews with appropriate management staff; implements improvements.
Coordinates assigned services and operations with other divisions and outside agencies.
Participates in annual budget preparation; identifies resource needs; prepares detailed cost estimates with appropriate justifications; monitors expenditures.
Provides staff assistance to management; prepares and presents staff reports and other written materials; supervises the establishment and maintenance of reports, records, and files; ensures the proper documentation of operations and activities.
Answers questions and provides information to the public; investigates and responds to complaints and inquiries from citizens, other departments, and outside agencies; recommends corrective actions to resolve issues.
Receives and transmits work orders electronically; prioritizes work order requests, generates new work orders, and assigns tasks accordingly; reviews work orders upon completion; prepares, maintains, inputs, and queries detailed logs, records, and reports of maintenance and repair activities via automated software systems.
Oversees graffiti removal, landscaping and weed abatement work, and irrigation for landscape; monitors developments related to park maintenance operations, evaluates their impact, and implements policy and procedure improvements.
Arranges for, or purchases, appropriate equipment and materials necessary for maintenance projects; submits quotes for equipment, materials, and contracted services; prepares requisitions and approves purchase orders.
Participates in the City's emergency on-call program; coordinates emergency and special assignments with other City departments and divisions, and with outside agencies and contractors.
Reviews plans and specifications for assigned projects; monitors the inspection of new installations and repair work; reviews daily records of equipment, personnel, and materials used for each maintenance project.
Plans and directs employee safety training programs.
Maintains files, databases, and records related to public works infrastructure and facilities operations, construction, maintenance, and repairs; prepares a variety of written reports, memoranda, and correspondence.
Represents the City in meetings with members of other public and private organizations, community groups, contractors, inspectors, developers, business owners, and the public.
Ensures staff observe and comply with all City and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols.
Oversees the maintenance, repair, and operation of City streets, sidewalks, alleys, traffic signs, pavement markings, storm drainage facilities, street trees, and related public right-of-way.
Oversees and Manages preventative maintenance programs to preserve public infrastructure and extend asset life.
Coordinates emergency response activities involving streets, trees, and public infrastructure.
Oversees the maintenance and operation of City parks, landscaped areas, medians, irrigation systems, playgrounds, park amenities, athletic facilities, and urban forestry within park properties.
Develops and implements landscape and irrigation maintenance programs that promote safety, sustainability, and efficient water use.
Coordinates maintenance support for community events and recreational activities.
Oversees the maintenance, repair, operation, and improvements of City-owned buildings, facilities, Public Works Yard, water production facilities, and related infrastructure.
Develops and administers preventative maintenance programs for HVAC, plumbing, electrical, roofing, security systems, building controls, generators, and other facility assets.
Coordinates facility renovations, building improvements, and maintenance projects performed by City staff and contractors.
Administers contracts for HVAC, plumbing, electrical, roofing, painting, security systems, elevator maintenance, fire life safety systems, and other specialized facility services.
Performs other duties as assigned.