Stormwater Supervisor

City of Ocoee•Ocoee, FL

About The Position

Under the general direction of the Public Works Director and/or Assistant/Deputy Public Works Director, the Stormwater Supervisor performs hands-on, supervisory, and technical work managing maintenance and repair of City stormwater infrastructure and equipment. The role plans, supervises, and reviews work performed by technical and operations personnel engaged in a variety of maintenance functions, and represents the department at meetings. It requires independent judgment and initiative in administering objectives and responsibility for ensuring work complies with applicable safety standards, codes, regulations, and engineering standards. Assignments may be oral or written, and work is reviewed through observation, conferences, and periodic reports or evaluations. The supervisor directs crews and subordinate personnel, schedules and inspects work, trains workers, and may perform routine to moderately complex maintenance and repairs on stormwater drainage systems and equipment. The position also supports annual budget preparation and administration, maintains operational records, coordinates with other departments and external parties, and determines how personnel and equipment should be deployed to complete projects.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Seven or more years of progressively responsible streets maintenance and management experience, including at least two years in a supervisory or lead worker capacity; alternatively, an equivalent combination of training or experience in trades work, construction, landscaping, public works, or maintenance, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Possess and maintain a valid Florida CDL B endorsement, or obtain it within six months of hire.
Possess, or obtain within 12 months of hire, and maintain a Florida Work Zone Traffic Control Safety Certification.
Possess, or obtain within 12 months of hire, and maintain a Florida Stormwater, Erosion and Sedimentation Control Inspector certification.
Knowledge of construction and maintenance work in municipal utilities, public works, parks, construction, repair, and maintenance programs.
Knowledge of materials, equipment, and supplies used in the work; skills in maintenance, repair, and construction techniques and in the care and use of pertinent tools and equipment.
Ability to plan, assign, and lead work of unskilled and semi-skilled personnel; plan, direct, supervise, and appraise subordinate employees; and conduct in-service training.
Ability to maintain operating records, prepare basic reports, and submit oral and written reports.
Ability to work outdoors, occasionally under adverse weather conditions.
Knowledge of department policies, procedures, and practices.
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with user groups, the public, supervisors, and City Management.
Ability to communicate effectively and express ideas clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.

Responsibilities

Direct and supervise subordinate personnel performing routine to semi-skilled construction and maintenance work; inspect work and train workers.
Plan and schedule crew assignments and review daily maintenance and construction work.
Perform or assist with subordinate duties, including routine to moderately complex maintenance and repairs to stormwater drainage systems and equipment.
Participate in preparation and administration of annual budgets; prepare weekly work schedules and arrange emergency overtime.
Operate construction equipment and standard manual, electrical, and gas-powered tools and equipment.
Maintain operational records and ensure tools, supplies, materials, and equipment are available for work.
Coordinate assigned tasks with other departments, outside contractors and consultants, and government representatives.
Investigate and define problem areas, conduct studies, and prepare reports recommending solutions or courses of action related to contract administration.
Coordinate heavy- and light-duty equipment and the work of trade workers and laborers to complete assignments.
Determine at job sites how to use equipment and personnel to complete projects effectively.
Ensure work complies with established safety standards, codes, regulations, and applicable engineering standards.
Perform related duties as directed when they are a logical and appropriate assignment.