Street Superintendent

Job Summary

Under the general direction of the Director of Public Works, the Street Superintendent oversees and manages the daily operations of the streets, drainage, and fleet maintenance crews. Supervises assigned public works department staff.

SUPERVISION

RECEIVES direct supervision from the Director of Public works.

EXERCISES supervision over assigned staff.

Essential Job Functions

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Administration
• Oversee and manage the daily operations of the Street department including monitoring regulatory requirements for streets, roadways, right-of-way’s, street signs and inspecting the maintenance and repairs of the street department responsibilities.
• Oversee and manage the daily operations of the Drainage department including monitoring regulatory requirements for drainage ways, basins and inspecting the maintenance and repairs of the drainage department responsibilities.
• Oversee and manage the daily operations of the Fleet department including monitory regulatory requirements for fleet, equipment, and inspecting the maintenance and repairs of the fleet department responsibilities.
• Assist in the development and implementation of policies and procedures.
• Oversee and assist assigned staff with administrative and operational duties in the daily operation and management of the streets, drainage, and fleet departments.
• Direct, oversee and participate in the development of the department's work plans.
• Assign work activities, projects and programs.
• Monitor work flow: review and evaluate work products, methods, and procedures.
• Collaborate with the Director of Public Works in the preparation of assigned department budgets.
• Manage and monitor department budgets.
• Prepare cost estimates for budget recommendations; submit justifications for needed supplies, material and equipment.
• Approve requests for purchase orders.
• Participate in the forecast of additional funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies.
• Evaluate the operations and activities of the departments.
• Recommend and implement improvements and modifications.
• Maintain records and prepare reports.
• Provide information regarding department operation.
• Personnel
• Supervise and direct all streets, drainage, and fleet department’s staff.
• Provide direction and vision to assigned staff in the operation of the departments.
• Maintain training records for all assigned employees.
• Process annual employee performance reviews and ensure employees meet the minimum expectations of their individual roles and responsibilities.
• Work with employees to correct deficiencies; implement discipline and termination procedures when needed.
• Coordinate with Human Resources in the recruitment and selection of department personnel.
• Ensure department personnel receive training/continuing education as the budget allows.
• Review and assign staff resources as needed to achieve objectives of programs and services within the department.
• Ensure bi-weekly payroll timesheets are processed accurately and efficiently for submission to department head for approval.
• Equipment
• Identify equipment needs; develop specifications.
• Ensure equipment is maintained; coordinate maintenance of equipment with Fleet department.
• Ensure all personnel are properly trained on equipment for which they will be expected to use.
• Contact vendors/contractors and coordinate.
• Crews
• Inspect work sites before, during and after completion to ensure satisfactory and thorough workmanship.
• Inspect work sites to ensure personnel adhere to safety rules, regulations and policies established.
• Manage, supervise and participate in the preparation, development and evaluation of highly technical studies, reports and analyses involved in the maintenance and repair of street related facilities.
• Develop and implement technical models and systems.
• Analyze and evaluate study results.
• Projects
• Prepare recommendations on street related projects.
• Prepare recommendations on drainage related projects.
• Prepare recommendations on fleet related projects.
• Review plans, specifications, and blueprints with public works management personnel for current and future street and drainage construction projects.
• Provide technical assistance or guidance on issues relating to construction projects including regulatory, trades, codes and ordinance requirements or changes.
• Conduct ongoing field inspections of street related projects to monitor the maintenance and replacement of equipment or new construction requirements.
• Inspect maintenance and project work in progress and upon completion.
• Meet with field personnel to discuss and resolve problems which may arise during construction or repair projects.
• Coordinate with the Director of Public Works on assigned projects or emergencies.
• Public Relations
• Respond to inquiries and complaints from residents, businesses, contractors, consultants, code officials and engineers related to street, drainage, or brush problems or issues.
• Coordinate maintenance and operations activities with other City departments and outside agencies.
• Other Duties
• May be required to assist in the setup, teardown, and cleanup for special events and meetings.
• May occasionally be required to work on-call, evenings or weekends.
• Assist in other departmental operations when needed.
• Regular and consistent attendance for the assigned work hours is essential.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

Education, Training and Experience Guidelines:

A High School diploma or equivalent is required, and five (5) years street and drainage experience, three (3) years of which are in a managerial or supervisory role, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS

• Must possess and maintain a valid Texas Class C driver’s license.
• May be required to obtain additional certification or licensure specific to area of assignment after date of employment at the City’s expense.