Public Works Supervisor - Utilities

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GENERAL STATEMENT

The Public Works Supervisor serves as a working supervisor of personnel assigned to the utilities and/or parks, streets or facilities crew members of the Public Works Department. Provides supervisory direction for the construction, operation, repair, maintenance, and replacement of City grounds, facilities, streets, storm water, wastewater, parks and fleet maintenance.

Acts as department director in the absence of the Public Works Director. This position also performs semi-skilled and skilled maintenance work, and operates a variety of equipment.

Reporting to the Public Works Director, this is a non-represented, non-exempt working position responsible for the supervision of personnel assigned to the utilities division which includes the following systems: water, wastewater, and storm water.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:

The ideal candidate will have expectations of the following knowledge, skills and abilities:

• Thorough knowledge of equipment, facilities, materials, methods and procedures used in maintenance, construction and repair activities.
• Working knowledge of fiscal management, expenditure control and recordkeeping.
• Working knowledge of management and supervisory practices and principles.
• Skill to effectively supervise and motivate staff to meet the City mission and department goals.
• Skills in computer operation and proficiency with word processing; spreadsheets, databases, electronic communications, and other Microsoft applications. Ability to utilize computer for record keeping, reports, and operation of maintenance programs.
• Skill in preparing and presenting staff reports and keeping compliance reports.
• Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions.
• Ability to organize and supervise the activities of crews performing maintenance work.
• Ability to work as a team leader and to cultivate a team climate, manage, direct, motivate and evaluate the work of division staff.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing with the public, members of outside agencies, and employees.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive and cooperative working relationships with staff, public officials, outside agencies and the general public.
• Ability to operate and maintain various equipment used in infrastructure maintenance.
• Ability to perform heavy manual tasks for extended periods of time.
• Ability to work safely and to wear task appropriate personal protective equipment.

Education & Experience:

Graduation from high school or GED equivalent. Two (2) years of post-secondary education in Engineering, Construction, Business or Public Administration, or a related field. Bilingual in English and Spanish is a plus.

Minimum two (2) years of supervisory experience. Preference will be given for experience in a municipal government setting.

Five (5) years of experience relating to the construction, repair and maintenance of water distribution systems, wastewater collection systems and storm drainage systems as well as experience in infrastructure maintenance including the operation of related maintenance equipment.

A capable leader with tested and proven supervisory skills is needed, and any satisfactory combination of experience and training which demonstrates that ability with the knowledge, and skills, necessary to perform the essential job duties will be considered.

REQUIREMENTS:

Possession of Class B CDL (with a tanker endorsement or the ability to obtain one within sixty (60) days of hire) is required; Class A preferred.

Professional certification at time of hire is required, acceptable options are either: Water Distribution-Level II or Wastewater Collection-Level II. Lower level of certification may be considered if Level II can be acquired in the City’s standard probationary period.

Desired certification(s) and training: Storm Water Inspection and/or Cross Connection Blackflow Inspection Certification, Confined Space/Competent Person training, Public Agency Work Zone Traffic Control training, current Flagger Certification card and First Aid/CPR Certifications.

Must successfully pass a background check and have the ability to obtain City security (CJIS) clearance for unescorted access to certain City facilities. After (regular) hours work often required as this position is considered “First Response” essential personnel which is required to report to work for scheduled shifts, as well as any overtime or extra hours required. Participation in the Public Works on-call system if necessary.

TO APPLY

Send your resume with a cover letter describing your interest and qualifications for consideration:

By email to: hr@ci.gladstone.or.us

Or by fax: 503.557.2761

Or by mail: City of Gladstone

Human Resources

18505 Portland Avenue

Gladstone, OR 97027

Interviews will be scheduled upon receipt of materials from qualified candidates. Targeted start date will be upon successful completion of our entire recruitment process, which typically takes a few weeks.

Supporting Documents

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $86,460.00 - $105,084.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Nights as needed
• On call
• Weekends as needed
• Year round work

Work Location: In person

Salary : $86,460 - $105,084