Street & Drainage Maintenance Supervisor

City of Austin

3d•$30 - $37•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, this position supervises construction and maintenance work in one or more specialized programs. The Street and Bridge Operations Supervisor is responsible for leading and developing field crews while ensuring the safe, efficient, and high-quality maintenance of the City's transportation infrastructure. This position oversees a wide range of operations, including Customer Service Request (CSR) response, asphalt maintenance and surface repairs, guardrail repair and replacement, emergency response, and other right-of-way maintenance activities. The supervisor is expected to effectively manage personnel, equipment, and resources while promoting accountability, teamwork, safety, and excellent customer service.

Requirements

Knowledge of the provisions in the Texas Motor Vehicle Code relating to the operation of motorized equipment on public streets and highways.
Knowledge of the Texas Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (TMUTCD) provisions.
Knowledge of the methods, practices, equipment, and materials used in the construction and maintenance of water drainage operations.
Knowledge of Federal, State and Local laws.
Knowledge of city practice, policy and procedures.
Knowledge of supervisory techniques and principles.
Knowledge of safety practices and procedures.
Skill in oral and written communication.
Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
Skill in using computers and related software.
Skill in planning and organizing.
Skill in data analysis and problem solving.
Ability to operate all types of light and heavy motorized equipment for construction and maintenance.
Ability to use a surveyor's level to set and maintain elevation grades on project sites.
Ability to calculate math areas and volumes and prepare cost estimates.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.
Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with other city employees and the public.
Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus six (6) years experience in maintenance and/or construction, including three (3) years experience in the operation of heavy duty equipment and two (2) years experience in lead/supervisory capacity.
Licensed for the operation of commercial vehicles in the state of Texas within 120 days of employment.
Good driving record required.
Must comply with Department of Transportation Federal Regulations and the City of Austin Drug Policy.

Nice To Haves

Strong leadership, communication, and conflict resolution skills with the ability to motivate and develop employees.
Experience using computerized work order management systems, scheduling software, or asset management systems
Ability to build collaborative relationships with internal departments, contractors, utilities, and external stakeholders.
Experience maintaining employee timekeeping records, attendance, leave requests, and ensuring compliance with organizational policies.
Experience supervising field operations, public works, construction, transportation, or infrastructure maintenance crews.

Responsibilities

Assigns and coordinates work crews in performing planned construction and maintenance work on pipelines, storm drain concrete and detection and water quality ponds to produce a finished product to required standards.
Ensures traffic control is set up in construction zones.
Ensures drainage right of way as generated by customer services requests (CSE).
Monitors daily work sheets, vehicle inspection sheets and vehicle accidents.
Ensures work and safety standards are being maintained and schedules are being met.
Investigates and responds to citizen complaints.
Ensures vehicles and equipment are maintained as necessary.
Writes routine correspondence and communicate as needed with employees, other divisions and departments.
Responsible for the full range of supervisory activities including selection, training, evaluation, counseling and recommendation for dismissal.
May fill in for absent crew leaders and assist crews in performing their work.