Road Tech Supervisor

Chaves County•Road Department, NM

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

Supervisory position responsible for overseeing road maintenance, construction, and repair operations, including quality control and technical activities. This position manages and provides oversight of the department's solid waste and vector control. Requires strong leadership, supervisory, management, and technical skills. Works in conjunction with the Chaves County Safety Compliance Manager to incorporate safety practices in the Road Department tasks and job duties.

Requirements

High school diploma or G.E.D.
Five (5) years increasingly responsible experience in road construction and maintenance, safety, surveying, engineering, or project management; three (3) years of which must have been in a supervisory capacity.
Up to four years college/96-hour course work can be substituted for four years’ experience.
Valid NM Class A CDL with an acceptable driving record.
No prior DWI convictions within the last 48 months.
Ability to communicate orally and in writing in English.
Familiarity with the Manual on Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) standards for all traffic control devices, including road markings, highway signs, and traffic signals.
Working knowledge of assigned departments and their functions, including road maintenance and construction and road construction materials.
Familiarity with road construction equipment particular to roadway maintenance, rehabilitation, and reconstruction.
Ability to interview prospective employees.
Ability to perform mathematical calculations.
Ability to adapt to changes quickly/Critical Thinking.
Highly proficient in the use of personal computers, Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Internet.
Must be detail oriented and accurate, have strong organizational and public relations skills and be able to effectively safeguard confidential information; keep accurate and complete records of all activities.
Employee must know and understand County Personnel Policy as well as all county and departmental policies pertinent to the position.
Interact with County officials, employees, various local boards, contractors, consultants, other governmental officials and the public in a pleasant manner at all times and maintain a good working rapport with all departments/offices.

Nice To Haves

7 years’ experience in road construction and maintenance with at least two of these years in a supervisory capacity.
Obtain New Mexico Class 8 Public Pesticide Applicator license within six months of hire.
Obtain NM Traffic Control Technician/Supervisor certification within three months of hire.

Responsibilities

Overseeing road maintenance, construction, and repair operations, including quality control and technical activities.
Managing and providing oversight of the department's solid waste and vector control.
Ensuring that all personnel are performing duties with appropriate safety techniques and PPEs, as required.
Supervising any temporary employees.
Attending all meetings pertinent to the Road Department or as required by the Road Operations Director and keeping the Road Operations Director informed of all problems and operations.
Reviewing and approval of utility permits and agreements for work in County right-of-way’s.
Investigation of complaints from the public and performing follow-up to resolution.
Appropriate training of all Road Department employees in regards to operations and safety.
Assisting the Road Operations Director on Bridge Reports.
Assisting with bridge coordination, entering bridge information to agency requirements and coordinating through NM Counties, NMDOT, and FHWA.
Performing any other related duties as assigned.