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STREET MAINTENANCE SUPERINTENDENT
Category: Full - Time
Status: Open
Salary: $ 68,786 - Mid $ 85,981
Published: February 14, 2024
Closing: Until Filled

DEFINITION

To manage, organize, and direct the programs and activities of the Street Maintenance Division involving construction, maintenance and repair of streets and drainage systems, street cleaning, right-of-way mowing, mosquito control and traffic control; and to provide technical staff assistance to the Department Director and Assistant Director.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

• Receives functional direction from the Assistant Public Works Director
• General supervision is provided by the Public Works Director
• Exercises direct supervision over maintenance staff.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Plan, implement and direct a program of street maintenance and repair work including street resurfacing; repairing and patching; street cleaning; sidewalk, curb and gutter removal and replacement; right-of-way mowing; drainage system maintenance and repair; maintenance and mowing of the municipal airport; mosquito control; and traffic sign / marking installation, maintenance, and repair.
• Direct the maintenance of time, material, and equipment use records.
• Requisition supplies and materials.
• Recommend the purchase of equipment and write equipment specifications.
• Receive, investigate, and resolve public complaints; respond to requests for information.
• Inspect and provide recommendations for maintenance and repair of streets, sidewalks, curbs, gutters, medians, drainage channels, and related facilities.
• Inspect work sites before, during and after completion to ensure work is completed in a satisfactory and thorough manner.
• Prepare and administer the Street Capital Improvements, Street Maintenance, Traffic Control, Drainage and Airport Division budgets.
• Ensure the adherence to safe work practices by Street Maintenance, Traffic Control, and Drainage Division personnel.
• Prepare cost estimates for maintenance and repair activities and draft plans and cost estimates for minor street maintenance and repair projects.
• Coordinate Division activities with other City Departments, Divisions, and outside agencies.
• Oversee record maintenance.  Prepare reports as needed.
• Select, supervise, train, and evaluate subordinates.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

For indefinite periods of time - mobility within an office and field environment; some risk involved in dangerous environments (exposure to fumes, odors, and chemical and mechanical hazards);  exposure to extreme cold and extreme heat; working in trenches; sitting; standing; walking; reading; decision making; reaching above shoulder level; occasional lifting and carrying up to 20 pounds; using both hands for simple and firm grasping; climbing stairs; clarity of hearing; communicating clearly and effectively, in person and by telephone; fine finger manipulation; operating a motor vehicle through city traffic.

QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:

• Materials, methods, practices, and equipment used in street, traffic, and drainage maintenance.
• Occupational hazards and standard safety precautions necessary in the work.
• Geography of the City, including the location of major utility systems, streets, and sewer and drainage facilities.
• Practical elements of civil engineering as they relate to street maintenance, drainage, and traffic control.
• Principles of organization, administration, budget, and personnel management.

Ability to:

• Plan, organize, and implement a comprehensive program of street, drainage and right-of-way maintenance and repair work.
• Conduct studies, prepare comprehensive reports and determine cost effective ways for constructing and maintaining streets and related systems.
• Analyze situations and adopt an effective course of action.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing.
• Supervise, train, and evaluate subordinates.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Operate a personal computer, two-way radio, telephone.
• Use asset management and work order management software systems.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

• Required - Five years of experience with at least two years of supervisory experience in Public Works involving street and drainage construction, maintenance, and repair work.  High School Diploma or GED.
• Desirable - A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in civil engineering, construction management, business management, or public administration. Construction management or inspector certification.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES

• Possession of a valid Texas Drivers License

*Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.
                                                                  
*Duties, responsibilities, and actions may change at any time with or without notice.

The City of La Porte is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Qualified Individuals.